How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Katie Melua, Air, Gareth Gates, Photek, a-ha, The Futureheads, James Blunt, The Pussycat Dolls, Nelly, A1, Regina Spektor, Puff Daddy
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (09/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. James Blunt’s “You’re Beautiful” tells the story of:
- A A lovely picnic
- B An accidental meeting
- C A subway stalker
2. “I Hate This Part” by The Pussycat Dolls was originally intended for:
- A A boy band
- B Leona Lewis
- C Rihanna
3. Which genre mash-up is “Over and Over” known for?
- A Rock and Classical
- B Jazz and Blues
- C Hip-hop and Country
4. Which band member co-wrote “Caught in the Middle” for A1?
- A Mark Read
- B Christian Ingebrigtsen
- C Ben Adams
5. Regina Spektor’s “Fidelity” got its inspiration from:
- A A novel
- B A film’s story
- C A painting
6. In “Satisfy You,” Puff Daddy collaborated with:
- A R. Kelly
- B Tupac Shakur
- C Notorious B.I.G.
7. “Rush” by Freak Power was written by which soon-to-be famous artist?
- A Norman Cook
- B Moby
- C Damon Albarn
8. Elvis Costello reunited with which backing band for “Sulky Girl”?
- A The Heartbreakers
- B The Attractions
- C The Imposters
9. The music video for “Puss” by The Jesus Lizard faced controversy due to:
- A Explicit language
- B Visual controversy
- C Political statements
10. Gilbert O’Sullivan’s “So What” marked his return after:
- A Winning a Grammy
- B A 10-year break
- C Legal battles
11. What is a notable feature of Morrissey’s “Our Frank”?
- A Unconventional instruments
- B A piano intro
- C A live orchestra
12. The riff in “Debonair” by The Afghan Whigs was inspired by:
- A The Beatles
- B The Jackson 5
- C The Rolling Stones
For TWELVE more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 09/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Katie Melua – The Closest Thing to CrazyFeatured on the 2003 album “Call Off the Search”.
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2 . Air – Playground LoveFeatured on the 2000 album “The Virgin Suicides“.
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3 . Gareth Gates – What My Heart Wants To SayFeatured on the 2002 album “What My Heart Wants to Say”.
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4 . Photek – Mine To Give (w/ Robert Owens)Featured on the 2000 album “Solaris”.
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5 . a-ha – Analogue [All I Want]Featured on the 2005 album “Analogue”.
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6 . The Futureheads – Hounds of LoveFeatured on the 1985 album “Hounds of Love”.
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7 . James Blunt – You’re BeautifulFeatured on the 2004 album “Back to Bedlam”.
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8 . The Pussycat Dolls – I Hate This PartFeatured on the 2008 album “Doll Domination”.
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9 . Nelly – Over And Over (w/ Tim McGraw)Featured on the 2004 album “Suit“.
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10 . A1 – Caught in the MiddleFeatured on the 2002 album “Make It Good”.
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11 . Regina Spektor – FidelityFeatured on the 2006 album “Begin to Hope”. |
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12 . Puff Daddy – Satisfy You (w/ R. Kelly)Featured on the 1999 album “Forever”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The darker narrative of “You’re Beautiful” involves a man who is obsessed and stalks a woman on public transport. This is contrary to its romantic ballad facade.
2. “I Hate This Part” was initially earmarked for Leona Lewis but eventually found its way to The Pussycat Dolls after Nicole Scherzinger’s solo album didn’t materialize.
3. The collaboration of Nelly and Tim McGraw led to “Over and Over” blending hip-hop with country. Initially met with skepticism, it gained commercial success.
4. Ben Adams, among others, co-wrote “Caught in the Middle.” The song became A1’s prominent success, securing a position as their top-charting single in multiple regions.
5. Regina Spektor composed “Fidelity” after watching the film “High Fidelity.” Known for her unique style, the song cleverly intertwines visual and artistic elements.
6. Puff Daddy teamed up with R. Kelly for “Satisfy You.” The song dominated charts and earned recognition for its distinct merging of R&B flair with hip-hop elements.
7. “Rush,” penned by Norman Cook before he reinvented himself as Fatboy Slim, illustrates the musical journey of Freak Power, infused with jazz and funk.
8. “Sulky Girl” saw Elvis Costello rock out with The Attractions, showcasing their robust musical chemistry, echoing their prior collaborations in the 1980s.
9. The Jesus Lizard’s “Puss” video portrayed a man soldered to a chair. Its graphic portrayal created a stir, leading some broadcasters to sidestep it entirely.
10. “So What” was Gilbert O’Sullivan’s notable comeback after the 80s hiatus caused by legal issues. It marked renewed enthusiasm for new musical projects.
11. “Our Frank” includes distinctive piano elements that underscore Morrissey’s lyrical introspections. Not a smash hit, yet the song captivates with its raw honesty.
12. The melody of “Debonair” was inspired by The Jackson 5’s pop vibe, with The Afghan Whigs incorporating a unique blend of alternative rock influence.
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