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, Paolo Nutini, Amy Macdonald, Esmée Denters, Sting, The Corrs, The Darkness, Rob Thomas, Billie Piper, Dante Thomas, Louise, Modjo
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (39/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. What inspired Katie Melua’s song “Nine Million Bicycles”?
- A A sci-fi novel
- B A visit to Beijing
- C A romantic movie
2. In Paolo Nutini’s “Last Request”, what event occurs in the music video?
- A A beach party
- B A bank robbery
- C A jewelry store heist
3. Which song topped the Scottish Singles Chart for Amy Macdonald?
- A This Is the Life
- B Run
- C Mr. Rock & Roll
4. Who produced Esmée Denters’s debut single?
- A Timbaland
- B Justin Timberlake
- C Pharrell Williams
5. Which poet’s work is adapted in Sting’s “Send Your Love”?
- A T.S. Eliot
- B Emily Dickinson
- C William Blake
6. To whom is The Corrs’ song “Angel” a tribute?
- A Their producer
- B Their mother
- C Irish folklore
7. What unique feature is in The Darkness’s “I Believe in a Thing Called Love” music video?
- A Time travel
- B Alien battle
- C Haunted mansion
8. What milestones mark Rob Thomas’s “This Is How a Heart Breaks”?
- A First solo Grammy
- B First solo album
- C First tour in Europe
9. What distinguishes the single version of Billie Piper’s “Something Deep Inside”?
- A Acoustic version
- B Remix distinct from album version
- C Featuring a choir
10. Which artist collaborated with Dante Thomas on “Miss California”?
- A Lauryn Hill
- B Pras Michel
- C Wyclef Jean
11. Louise’s single from *Changing Faces* is a cover of what band?
- A The Eagles
- B Stealers Wheel
- C Fleetwood Mac
12. Modjo’s “Lady (Hear Me Tonight)” samples which band’s song?
- A Earth, Wind & Fire
- B The Bee Gees
- C Chic
For TWELVE more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 39/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Katie Melua – Nine Million BicyclesFeatured on the 2005 album “Piece by Piece“.
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2 . Paolo Nutini – Last RequestFeatured on the 2006 album “These Streets”.
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3 . Amy Macdonald – Mr Rock & RollFeatured on the 2007 album “This Is the Life”.
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4 . Esmée Denters – Outta HereFeatured on the 2009 album “Outta Here”.
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5 . Sting – Send Your LoveFeatured on the 2003 album “Sacred Love“.
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6 . The Corrs – AngelFeatured on the 2004 album “Borrowed Heaven”.
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7 . The Darkness – I Believe In A Thing Called LoveFeatured on the 2003 album “Permission to Land”.
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8 . Rob Thomas – This Is How A Heart BreaksFeatured on the 2005 album “…Something to Be”.
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9 . Billie Piper – Something Deep InsideFeatured on the 2000 album “Walk of Life”.
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10 . Dante Thomas – Miss California (w/ Pras)Featured on the 2001 album “Fly”.
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11 . Louise – Stuck In The Middle With You
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12 . Modjo – Lady [Hear Me Tonight]Featured on the 2000 album “Modjo”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The inspiration behind “Nine Million Bicycles” was a visit to Beijing, where Katie Melua and Mike Batt learned about the city’s extensive use of bicycles. The song captures both cultural and scientific references, sparking public attention.
2. In the music video for “Last Request,” Paolo Nutini is involved in a jewelry store heist. This narrative aligns with the song’s themes of relationship and desperation.
3. “This Is the Life” topped the Scottish Singles Chart, marking its local success before charting across Europe. Its lyrics encourage authenticity and self-discovery.
4. Esmée Denters’s debut single was produced by Justin Timberlake, reflecting his influence on the album’s mix of pop and R&B styles. It marked the first release under his Tennman Records label.
5. Sting’s “Send Your Love” adapts lines from William Blake’s work, blending poetic and musical traditions. The song’s fusion of cultural influences garnered critical acclaim.
6. The Corrs’ “Angel” pays tribute to their mother, Jean Corr. The song and video express familial love and loss with emotional visuals.
7. The music video for “I Believe in a Thing Called Love” uniquely features The Darkness in an alien battle. The over-the-top theme matches the song’s flamboyant rock style.
8. “This Is How a Heart Breaks” is notable for being a single from Rob Thomas’s first solo album. It marked his transition from band frontman to solo artist status.
9. Billie Piper’s “Something Deep Inside” single version is a remix, differing from the album version, which is only on the Japanese edition. It’s her last top-10 hit in the UK.
10. Dante Thomas collaborated with Pras Michel on “Miss California.” This partnership contributed to the song’s international chart success.
11. Louise covered “Stuck in the Middle with You” by Stealers Wheel, revamping it into a successful pop hit. It marked a late career highlight before her music hiatus.
12. Modjo’s “Lady (Hear Me Tonight)” features a guitar sample from Chic’s “Soup for One,” merging disco influences with modern house music to reach top charts worldwide.
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