How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : George Michael, Martine McCutcheon, Bon Jovi, Tina Turner, Belinda Carlisle, Florence + The Machine, Bryan Adams, Simply Red, Jordan Knight, Karyn White, Whitney Houston, The Cardigans
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (39/52) BUT … in the Nineties 90s.
1. Whose grief is addressed in George Michael’s “You Have Been Loved”?
- A His former lover
- B His sister
- C His childhood friend
2. Which chart position did Martine McCutcheon’s single achieve in Scotland?
- A Number twenty
- B Number four
- C Number twelve
3. What was a significant outcome of Bon Jovi’s hit initially intended for “Romeo Is Bleeding”?
- A It topped the US *Billboard* Hot 100
- B It featured in a Grammy-winning film
- C It became one of their best-selling singles
4. What notable aspect is highlighted in Tina Turner’s cover of “Missing You”?
- A It was used in a Hanes commercial
- B It was her first solo project
- C It involved her former band members
5. Which single marked Belinda Carlisle’s solo career continuation after The Go-Go’s?
- A “I Get Weak”
- B “Circle in the Sand”
- C “Live Your Life Be Free”
6. What differentiates Florence + The Machine’s cover of “You’ve Got the Love”?
- A It sampled another band
- B It was their first original song
- C It reached the UK top 10
7. Where was the music video for Bryan Adams’s hit filmed?
- A Vancouver
- B Istanbul
- C London
8. Which Simply Red song has a prominent sample featured in its production?
- A “Holding Back the Years”
- B “Fairground”
- C “Stars”
9. What inspired the storyline in Jordan Knight’s “Give It to You” music video?
- A “West Side Story”
- B “Grease”
- C “High School Musical”
10. Which label released Karyn White’s “Hungah”?
- A Warner Bros.
- B Sony Music
- C Island Records
11. What was a notable feature of Whitney Houston’s single directed by Marty Callner?
- A It included concert footage
- B It had a dance theme
- C It was shot in black and white
12. Which film helped “Lovefool” achieve global recognition?
- A *10 Things I Hate About You*
- B *Romeo + Juliet*
- C *Clueless*
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – Vintage 90s Music Videos – week 39/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . George Michael – You Have Been LovedFeatured on the 1996 album “Older“.
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2 . Martine McCutcheon – I’ve Got YouFeatured on the 1999 album “You, Me & Us”.
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3 . Bon Jovi – AlwaysFeatured on the 1994 album “Cross Road”.
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4 . Tina Turner – Missing YouFeatured on the 1996 album “Wildest Dreams“.
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5 . Belinda Carlisle – Live Your Life Be FreeFeatured on the 1991 album “Live Your Life Be Free”.
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6 . Florence + The Machine – You’ve Got the LoveFeatured on the 2008 album “Lungs“.
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7 . Bryan Adams – Do I Have To Say The Words?Featured on the 1991 album “Waking Up the Neighbours “.
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8 . Simply Red – FairgroundFeatured on the 1995 album “Life”.
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9 . Jordan Knight – Give It To YouFeatured on the 1999 album “Jordan Knight”.
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10 . Karyn White – HungahFeatured on the 1994 album “Make Him Do Right”.
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11 . Whitney Houston – I Belong To YouFeatured on the 1990 album “I m Your Baby Tonight“. |
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12 . The Cardigans – LovefoolFeatured on the 1996 album “First Band On The Moon“.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Michael’s “You Have Been Loved” reflects the loss of his former lover, Anselmo Feleppa. Their relationship was cut short by an AIDS-related illness, and the song pays tribute to Feleppa.
2. McCutcheon’s single reached number four in Scotland, showcasing its considerable popularity and success in the region.
3. The Bon Jovi track, initially for “Romeo Is Bleeding,” eventually sold over three million globally, cementing its legacy in their discography.
4. Turner’s “Missing You” was featured in a Hanes commercial, using its emotional tone to connect with audiences beyond music charts.
5. “Live Your Life Be Free” stands as a milestone in Carlisle’s ongoing solo career following her time with The Go-Go’s.
6. Florence + The Machine’s “You’ve Got the Love” made the UK top 10, marking a significant achievement for the band.
7. Adams’s music video for the hit was filmed in the bustling streets of Istanbul, adding an exotic backdrop to the narrative.
8. Simply Red’s “Fairground” samples the Goodmen’s track, weaving its distinctive sound into this number one hit.
9. Knight’s “Give It to You” music video drew inspiration from the classic film “Grease,” recreating its playful, nostalgic energy.
10. Karyn White’s “Hungah” was released by Warner Bros., adding to their diverse catalog of early ’90s hits.
11. Houston’s video was notably constructed from a patchwork of concert footage, giving fans a sneak peek into her live performances.
12. “Lovefool” gained international fame after being featured in *Romeo + Juliet*, spotlighting its narrative alongside Leonardo DiCaprio’s iconic role.
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