How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Tranell, Aitch, Stefflon Don, Dizzee Rascal, Kanye West, Nafe Smallz, Ciara, Tyga, Yungen, True Tiger, Kano, Fergie
They are the performers of twelve hip-hop, soul, etc. tracks that ranked in various charts, this week (37/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. Which city served as the filming location for the music video “That’s What Love Can Do” by Toutes Les Filles?
- A Paris
- B London
- C Spanish seaside
2. What is the main theme emphasized in Aitch’s “Daily Duppy”?
- A Overcoming adversity
- B Authenticity and self-assurance
- C Romantic relationships
3. How many beats per minute is Rihanna’s song “Hard” set to?
- A 120
- B 91
- C 106
4. Which artist contributed spoken word portions to N-Trance’s track featuring Kelly Llorenna?
- A Morgan Freeman
- B Steven Berkoff
- C Benedict Cumberbatch
5. At what age did JoJo become the youngest female solo artist to top Billboard’s Pop Songs chart with “Leave (Get Out)?”
- A 15
- B 13
- C 14
6. In which EP does the collaboration “Fake Love” by Nafe Smallz and Yxng Bane appear?
- A Good Love
- B Fake Friends
- C True Stories
7. Why was Ciara’s “Ride” music video banned from UK music channels?
- A Violent themes
- B Sexually charged choreography
- C Political content
8. Which David Guetta song combined vocals from Chris Willis and a Tocadisco remix?
- A Love Is Gone
- B Love Don’t Let Me Go (Walking Away)
- C Sexy Bitch
9. Which artist is featured on Scritti Politti’s “Tinseltown to the Boogiedown?”
- A Nas
- B Mos Def (Yasiin Bey)
- C Q-Tip
10. The song “It’s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine)” by R.E.M. mentions which initials in a notable verse?
- A J.K.
- B L.B.
- C M.M.
11. What city features prominently in the themes of Kano’s song “Pan-Fried”?
- A Birmingham
- B Manchester
- C East London
12. The Fall’s “Mr Pharmacist” was recorded at which iconic studio?
- A Sun Studio
- B Abbey Road Studios
- C Electric Lady Studios
For TWELVE more Hip-Hop & Soul – 2010s Music Videos – week 37/52 – click here
Tracklist
1 . Tranell – Too Catty |
| The music video is directed by The Kirx. |
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2 . Aitch – Daily Duppy |
| The music video is directed by Kirx Diaz. |
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3 . Stefflon Don – Pretty Girl (w/ Tiggs Da Author) |
| The music video is directed by Emma Westenberg. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “Secure”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Dizzee Rascal – Scream |
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Featured on the 2012 album “The Fifth”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Kanye West – Power |
| The music video is directed by Marco Brambilla. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Nafe Smallz – Fake Love (w/ Yxng Bane) |
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7 . Ciara – Ride (w/ Ludacris) |
| The music video is directed by Diane Martel. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Basic Instinct”. |
8 . Tyga – Swish |
| The music video is directed by Tyga and Arrad Rahgoshay. |
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9 . Yungen – Pricey (w/ One Acen) |
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10 . True Tiger – In The Air (w/ Professor Green & Maverick Sabre) |
| The music video is directed by Sam Pilling. |
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11 . Kano – Pan-Fried (w/ Kojo Funds) |
| The music video is directed by Taichi Kimura. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Hoodies All Summer”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Fergie – You Already Know (w/ Nicki Minaj) |
| The music video is directed by Bruno Ilogti. |
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Featured on the 2017 album “Double Dutchess”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Cheryl Jay, Vicky Dowdall, and Nikki Wheeler filmed the music video for “That’s What Love Can Do” primarily at the Spanish seaside. The tranquil vistas ironically contrast with the lively pop song.
2. Aitch’s “Daily Duppy” emphasizes authenticity and self-assurance. By rejecting criminal activities, Aitch spotlights substance over style in his lyrics.
3. Rihanna’s song “Hard” marches to the beat of 91 beats per minute. This steady tempo conveys an unwavering intensity.
4. British actor Steven Berkoff lent his voice to N-Trance’s track featuring Kelly Llorenna. His spoken word adds dramatic flair to the dance tune.
5. JoJo was only 13 when she set the record on Billboard’s Pop Songs chart with “Leave (Get Out).” Youthful talent propelled her to early stardom.
6. “Fake Love” by Nafe Smallz and Yxng Bane can be found on the “Good Love” EP. Good vibes and musical synergy define the project.
7. Ciara’s “Ride” was too sultry for UK viewers, with its sexually charged choreography. Thus, it was banned from UK music channels.
8. “Love Don’t Let Me Go (Walking Away)” fuses Chris Willis’s vocals with Tocadisco’s remix. This formula reached the UK Singles Chart’s top ranks.
9. Mos Def, also known as Yasiin Bey, featured in “Tinseltown to the Boogiedown.” His collaboration boosted the song’s cred.
10. In R.E.M.’s frantic lyrical whirlwind, the initials “L.B.” appear. Referenced luminaries add to the song’s apocalyptic medley.
11. Kano’s “Pan-Fried” celebrates life in East London. Rooted in local culture, the track reflects personal experiences.
12. “Mr Pharmacist” by The Fall emerged from Abbey Road Studios. The hallowed halls contributed to its unique post-punk sound.
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