How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Michael Bublé, JoJo, NSYNC, Enrique Iglesias, The Pussycat Dolls, U2, Bon Jovi, Bryan Adams, Gareth Gates, Leona Lewis, Céline Dion, P!NK
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (49/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
Tracklist
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1 . Michael Bublé – Haven’t Met You YetFeatured on the 2009 album “Crazy Love“.
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2 . JoJo – Baby It’s You (w/ Bow Wow)Featured on the 2004 album “JoJo”.
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3 . NSYNC – GoneFeatured on the 2001 album “Celebrity“.
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4 . Enrique Iglesias – MaybeFeatured on the 2001 album “Escape”.
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5 . The Pussycat Dolls – Stickwitu (w/ Avant)Featured on the 2005 album “PCD”.
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6 . U2 – Electrical StormFeatured on the 2002 album “The Best of 1990-2000”.
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7 . Bon Jovi – AlwaysFeatured on the 1994 album “Cross Road”.
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8 . Bryan Adams – FlyingFeatured on the 2004 album “Room Service”.
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9 . Gareth Gates – Say It Isn’t SoFeatured on the 2003 album “Go Your Own Way”.
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10 . Leona Lewis – HappyFeatured on the 2009 album “Echo”.
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11 . Céline Dion – Goodbye’s [The Saddest Word]Featured on the 2002 album “A New Day Has Come”. |
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12 . P!NK – Nobody KnowsFeatured on the 2006 album “I’m Not Dead”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Haven’t Met You Yet” is from Michael Bublé’s album “Crazy Love.” The album achieved notable success with its blend of jazz, pop, and romantic themes, and the song became an international hit.
2. The music video for “Baby It’s You” by JoJo was filmed at Six Flags Magic Mountain. This location offers a vibrant backdrop matching the youthful energy of the song.
3. In NSYNC’s “Gone,” all lead vocals are performed by Justin Timberlake. The song marked a stylistic shift for the group, emphasizing Timberlake’s vocal ability.
4. No Timberlake family member is directly involved in “Maybe” by Enrique Iglesias. The song is co-written by Iglesias, a choice reflecting his collaborations with prominent songwriters.
5. The Pussycat Dolls released an urban remix of “Stickwitu” featuring Avant. This version added a new dimension to the original ballad, offering a different flavor for fans.
6. U2’s “Electrical Storm” music video was filmed in Eze, France. The location complemented the song’s themes with a picturesque and atmospheric setting.
7. Bon Jovi’s “Always” was intended for the film *Romeo Is Bleeding*, but it wasn’t used. Instead, the song found success as a standalone hit with its heartfelt lyrics.
8. Bryan Adams’ “Flying” was co-written and produced by Robert John “Mutt” Lange. Known for his production expertise, Lange brought a polished sound to the track.
9. The music video for Gareth Gates’ “Say It Isn’t So” was filmed in South Africa. This location provided stunning landscapes, enhancing the emotional depth of the song.
10. Leona Lewis filmed the music video for “Happy” in Cuba. The vibrant setting amplified the song’s narrative of love and longing.
11. “Goodbye’s (The Saddest Word)” features backing vocals by Robert John “Mutt” Lange and Shania Twain. Their contributions add depth to the emotional ballad.
12. Pink’s song “Nobody Knows” is from her album “I’m Not Dead.” The track addresses personal struggles, showcasing her distinct vocal style.
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