How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Bon Jovi, Elton John, Roxette, Jade, Sade, Lenny Kravitz, Britney Spears, Jason Donovan, 911, Kim Wilde, The Pretenders, Shania Twain
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (30/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. What music video was filmed in Thailand for a Bon Jovi song?
- A “Livin’ on a Prayer”
- B “This Ain’t a Love Song”
- C “Always”
2. For which Disney movie did Elton John write “Can You Feel the Love Tonight”?
- A Beauty and the Beast
- B Aladdin
- C The Lion King
3. Who originally intended to use the song “Almost Unreal” in the film Hocus Pocus?
- A Roxette
- B John Williams
- C Tim Burton
4. Which production team created Jason Donovan’s “Another Night”?
- A Stock Aitken Waterman
- B The Neptunes
- C Motown
5. Which girl group produced the track “Looking for Mr. Do Right”?
- A Spice Girls
- B Jade
- C TLC
6. What instrument does Stuart Matthewman play in Sade’s “Cherish The Day”?
- A Guitar/Saxophone
- B Piano
- C Drums
7. What is the primary genre of 911’s “How Do You Want Me To Love You”?
- A Rock
- B Pop
- C Jazz
8. Which Britney Spears song’s music video was filmed at Paradise Cove?
- A “Sometimes”
- B “Oops!… I Did It Again”
- C “Toxic”
9. Which chart did Lenny Kravitz’s “Let Love Rule” reach number 5?
- A US Modern Rock
- B UK Singles Chart
- C US Billboard Hot 100
10. Shania Twain’s “That Don’t Impress Me Much” features in the 2003 remix of which event?
- A The FIFA World Cup
- B The CONCACAF Gold Cup
- C The Super Bowl
11. Who directed Kim Wilde’s “If I Can’t Have You” music video?
- A David Fincher
- B Hype Williams
- C Michael Geoghegan
12. Which Pretenders song contains the lyric “he’s got his hands in my hair and his lips everywhere”?
- A “Back on the Chain Gang”
- B “Night in My Veins”
- C “Don’t Get Me Wrong”
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 30/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Bon Jovi – This Ain’t A Love SongFeatured on the 1995 album “These Days”.
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2 . Elton John – Can You Feel the Love TonightFeatured on the 1994 album “The Lion King: Soundtrack”.
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3 . Roxette – Almost UnrealFeatured on the 1993 album “Super Mario Bros.: Soundtrack”.
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4 . Jade – Looking For Mr. Do RightFeatured on the 1992 album “Jade to the Max”.
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5 . Sade – Cherish The DayFeatured on the 1992 album “Love Deluxe“.
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6 . Lenny Kravitz – Let Love RuleFeatured on the 1989 album “Let Love Rule“.
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7 . Britney Spears – SometimesFeatured on the 1999 album “Baby One More Time”.
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8 . Jason Donovan – Another NightFeatured on the 1990 album “Between the Lines”.
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9 . 911 – How Do You Want Me To Love YouFeatured on the 1998 album “Moving On”.
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10 . Kim Wilde – If I Can’t Have You
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11 . The Pretenders – Night in My VeinsFeatured on the 1994 album “Last of the Independents”. |
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12 . Shania Twain – That Don’t Impress Me MuchFeatured on the 1997 album “Come On Over”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “This Ain’t a Love Song” was filmed in Thailand. The video adds a scenic backdrop to the song’s contemplative mood.
2. “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” was written for The Lion King. Its accolades include an Oscar, perpetuating Elton John’s connection to cinematic hits.
3. “Almost Unreal” was initially meant for Hocus Pocus. Instead, it found fame accompanying Super Mario Bros., a fitting yet unexpected pairing.
4. “Another Night” by Jason Donovan was crafted by Stock Aitken Waterman. This team was pivotal in shaping late ’80s pop music.
5. Jade produced “Looking for Mr. Do Right.” The group’s funk and soul influences made them renowned in the early ’90s music scene.
6. Stuart Matthewman plays guitar and saxophone in “Cherish The Day.” His versatility enriches Sade’s emotive soundscapes.
7. “How Do You Want Me To Love You” by 911 is pure pop. The track showcases their contribution to late ’90s boy band culture.
8. The video for “Sometimes” was filmed at Paradise Cove. Its idyllic setting complements the song’s innocent narrative.
9. Lenny Kravitz’s “Let Love Rule” hit number 5 on the US Modern Rock chart. His multi-genre approach defined his early career.
10. The remix of “That Don’t Impress Me Much” featured in the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Twain’s sassy lyrics suit many remixes and appeals.
11. Michael Geoghegan directed Kim Wilde’s “If I Can’t Have You” video. His visual interpretations support diverse musical styles.
12. “Night in My Veins” contains evocative lyrics about passion. This imagery is signature to Chrissie Hynde’s songwriting prowess.
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Blinding Lights” holds the record for the most weeks spent in the top ten on the Billboard Hot 100. This single resonated with audiences around the globe, demonstrating pop music’s enduring appeal.
2. Production on “Blinding Lights” did not involve Belly. The Weeknd and his select crew handled the creative aspects with notable expertise.
3. “Blinding Lights” incorporates genres like synthwave and electropop, rather than disco. The retro style harks back to 1980s music.
4. The song reached number one in over 40 countries. Its universal impact underscored The Weeknd’s broad appeal.
5. *After Hours* features “Blinding Lights,” an album that cemented The Weeknd’s place in modern pop culture.
6. Released in 2019, “Blinding Lights” quickly ascended the charts, reinforcing The Weeknd’s knack for creating hits.
7. The lyrics primarily express a longing for a partner, showcasing vulnerability intertwined with the nocturnal allure.
8. Serban Ghenea is the main mixing engineer for the track, a testament to high production values.
9. The RIAA certified “Blinding Lights” as diamond, reflecting massive commercial success across various markets.
10. Cinematographer is unrelated to the production of “Blinding Lights.” The skill lies in sound, not visuals.
11. Praise for “Blinding Lights” often highlights its 1980s influences, embracing an era of iconic synth music.
12. “Heartless” was released before “Blinding Lights” from *After Hours*, capturing another facet of The Weeknd’s artistic spectrum.
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