How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Coldplay, Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Blue, Lemar, Monica, Norah Jones, Enrique Iglesias, David Gray, Usher, Beverley Knight, Maroon 5
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (37/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
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Tracklist
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1 . Coldplay – In My PlaceFeatured on the 2002 album “A Rush of Blood to the Head“.
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2 . Phil Collins – In The Air TonightFeatured on the 1981 album “Face Value“.
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3 . Mariah Carey – ObsessedFeatured on the 2009 album “Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel“.
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4 . Blue – Too CloseFeatured on the 2001 album “All Rise”.
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5 . Lemar – It’s Not That EasyFeatured on the 2006 album “The Truth About Love”.
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6 . Monica – So GoneFeatured on the 2003 album “After the Storm”.
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7 . Norah Jones – Don’t Know WhyFeatured on the 2002 album “Come Away with Me“.
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8 . Enrique Iglesias – Tired Of Being SorryFeatured on the 2007 album “Insomniac”.
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9 . David Gray – The One I LoveFeatured on the 2005 album “Life in Slow Motion”.
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10 . Usher – BurnFeatured on the 2004 album “Confessions“.
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11 . Beverley Knight – Beautiful NightFeatured on the 2003 album “100%”. |
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12 . Maroon 5 – Wake Up CallFeatured on the 2007 album “It Won’t Be Soon Before Long“.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Think About It” peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Dance Singles Sales chart. Despite mixed chart performance elsewhere, it resonated well with dance music audiences.
2. Bomfunk MC’s “Freestyler” was part of the reason behind their win of the Best Nordic Act at the MTV Europe Music Awards in 2000, highlighting their international success.
3. Lemar’s “It’s Not That Easy” was originally composed in Norwegian as “Eventyrlandet”. It reflects how music can transcend languages and genres.
4. Blue filmed the music video for “Too Close” on September 11, 2001. The event left a lasting impression on the band as they witnessed tragic events firsthand.
5. Lady Gaga’s “Applause” was released earlier than planned due to an online leak, a common occurrence in the digital age where music often finds its way to fans ahead of schedule.
6. “So Gone” by Monica features a sample of “You Are Number One” by The Whispers. This blend of past and present musical elements is a hallmark of Elliott’s production.
7. Jess Glynne’s debut solo single was produced by Robson-Scott and Gibbon. Their production brought a fresh 1990s-inspired sound to the modern pop scene.
8. KISS included an accidental vocal warm-up by Paul Stanley in “Heaven’s on Fire”. Sometimes studio mishaps create the most memorable moments in songs.
9. The Janoskians released “That’s What She Said”, cementing their reputation for playful and humorous pop tracks alongside engaging fans through comedic antics.
10. Tweet’s “Call Me” was used in Verizon Wireless’ advertisements. Featuring in commercials can extend a song’s reach beyond traditional music channels.
11. The lead single from Alisha’s Attic’s album “Illumina” was “Incidentals”. It showcases the sisters’ knack for combining catchy melodies with intricate lyrics.
12. Little Mix’s “Touch” was nominated for British Single of the Year at the 2018 Brit Awards. The track’s infectious rhythm and catchy chorus have made it a fan favorite.
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