How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Metro Boomin, Chris Brown, Dave, Eminem, Gyptian, Mary J. Blige, Krept & Konan, Chase & Status, Lil Mosey, Tinchy Stryder, Lethal Bizzle & Stormzy, Fuse ODG
They are the performers of twelve hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that ranked in various charts, this week (46/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. Which instrument is featured in the outro of Metro Boomin’s track with 21 Savage?
- A Piano
- B Harmonica
- C Violin
2. On which Chris Brown album did “Deuces” later appear?
- A X
- B Royalty
- C F.A.M.E.
3. What notable feature is associated with Dave’s track “Wanna Know”?
- A A collaboration with Ed Sheeran
- B A remix featuring Drake
- C A music video shot in Iceland
4. Which artist collaborated with Eminem on “Beautiful Pain”?
- A Rihanna
- B Sia
- C Pink
5. Nicki Minaj was featured on the official remix of which Gyptian song?
- A Hold Yuh
- B Wine Slow
- C Serious Times
6. What production duo contributed to Mary J. Blige’s “Right Now”?
- A The Chainsmokers
- B Disclosure
- C Daft Punk
7. Which mixtape includes Krept & Konan’s “Ask Flipz” featuring Stormzy?
- A 7 Days
- B Revenge is Sweet
- C The Long Way Home
8. What marks the significance of the song “Funny” by Chase & Status?
- A It features Jay-Z
- B It’s part of the London Bars project
- C It topped the Billboard Hot 100
9. What unique setting appears in the music video for Lil Mosey’s track featuring Gunna?
- A A yacht
- B The Pink Motel
- C The Space Needle
10. Which producer worked with Tinchy Stryder on “Off The Record”?
- A Calvin Harris
- B David Guetta
- C DJ Khaled
11. Whose label released the single featuring Lethal Bizzle and Stormzy?
- A Stay Dench Records
- B Young Money Entertainment
- C Roc Nation
12. What genre is Fuse ODG’s track with Itz Tiffany categorized as?
- A K-Pop
- B Afrobeats
- C Reggaeton
For TWELVE more Hip-Hop & Soul – 2010s Music Videos – week 46/52 – click here
Tracklist
1 . Metro Boomin – 10 Freaky Girls (w/ 21 Savage) |
| The music video is directed by Zac Facts. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “Not All Heroes Wear Capes”. |
2 . Chris Brown – Deuces (w/ Tyga & Kevin Mccall) |
| The music video is directed by Colin Tilley. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Fan of a Fan”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Dave – Wanna Know |
| The music video is directed by LX. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Six Paths”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Eminem – Beautiful Pain (w/ Sia) |
| The music video is directed by Anthony Mandler. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “The Marshall Mathers LP 2“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Gyptian – Hold You – Hold Yuh |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Hold You”. |
6 . Mary J. Blige – Right Now |
| The music video is directed by Mike Ho. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “The London Sessions”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Krept & Konan – Ask Flipz (w/ Stormzy) |
| The music video is directed by Carly Cussen. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Young Kingz”. |
8 . Chase & Status – Funny (w/ Frisco) |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Brand New Machine”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
9 . Lil Mosey – Stuck In A Dream (w/ Gunna) |
| The music video is directed by Michael Garcia. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Certified Hitmaker”. |
10 . Tinchy Stryder – Off The Record (w/ Calvin Harris, BURNS) |
| The music video is directed by Luke + Barber. |
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11 . Lethal Bizzle & Stormzy – Dude |
| The music video is directed by Matthew Walker. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Dench Chat”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Fuse ODG – Azonto (w/ Tiffany) |
| The music video is directed by Mr. Moe Musa. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “T.I.N.A.”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The track concludes with a distinctive harmonica segment, adding a unique texture to the outro. It complements the narrative twist involving 21 Savage.
2. “Deuces” later found a home on Chris Brown’s fourth studio album, “F.A.M.E.” It showcases the artistic bridge between his collaborative and solo projects.
3. Dave’s “Wanna Know” gained significant attention with a remix featuring Canadian rapper Drake. This collaboration helped it chart in the UK.
4. Eminem collaborated with Australian singer Sia on the track “Beautiful Pain”. Their contrasting styles blend seamlessly in this bonus track.
5. The official remix of Gyptian’s “Hold Yuh” features Nicki Minaj. This collaboration expanded the song’s reach on various charts.
6. Disclosure, known for their intricate electronic compositions, produced Mary J. Blige’s “Right Now”. Their signature sound molds the track’s atmosphere.
7. Krept & Konan’s “Ask Flipz” featuring Stormzy is part of their mixtape titled “7 Days”. The mixtape highlights British hip hop’s collaborative nature.
8. “Funny” is part of the London Bars project by Chase & Status. This series highlights collaborations with prominent grime artists.
9. The music video for Lil Mosey’s track, featuring Gunna, takes place at the Pink Motel. This choice underscores the song’s dreamy, lavish themes.
10. “Off The Record” sees Tinchy Stryder team up with Calvin Harris, a staple producer known for creating infectious electronic hooks.
11. Lethal Bizzle’s track with Stormzy was released under the Stay Dench Records label. The collaboration underscores the strength of British rap alliances.
12. Categorized as Afrobeats, the track by Fuse ODG and Itz Tiffany blends vibrant rhythms with rich cultural influences, maintaining its global appeal.
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