How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Céline Dion, The Christians, Dionne Warwick, Jeffrey Osborne, Bon Jovi, Paul Young, Foreigner, Bruce Springsteen, Alison Moyet, Lou Reed, Thompson Twins, The Cars, Shakin’ Stevens
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (52/52) BUT … in the Eighties 80s.
1. Which notable producer arranged Celine Dion’s version of “The Power of Love”?
- A Max Martin
- B David Foster
- C Quincy Jones
2. Which traditional Irish air does The Christians’ “Words” adapt?
- A “Mná na hÉireann”
- B “Londonderry Air”
- C “Danny Boy”
3. Which female singer collaborates with Jeffrey Osborne on the duet “Take Good Care of You and Me”?
- A Whitney Houston
- B Dionne Warwick
- C Aretha Franklin
4. Which Bon Jovi song features a storyline of cohabitation and societal disapproval portrayed in its music video?
- A “Livin’ on a Prayer”
- B “Living in Sin”
- C “You Give Love a Bad Name”
5. What genre best describes Paul Young’s “Everything Must Change”?
- A Jazz
- B Soft Rock
- C Electro Pop
6. Which famous director was behind the camera for Foreigner’s “Say You Will” music video?
- A Quentin Tarantino
- B Martin Scorsese
- C David Fincher
7. What is the central metaphor used in Bruce Springsteen’s song of the same name?
- A A fairground funhouse ride
- B A stormy sea journey
- C A speeding train
8. What unique recording element was utilized for Alison Moyet’s “Invisible” single?
- A A reversed guitar solo
- B Sound effects recorded at a zoo
- C The B-side as a Marvin Gaye cover
9. Which famed New York studio was used to record Lou Reed’s “I Love You, Suzanne”?
- A Electric Lady Studios
- B Skyline Studios
- C Power Station
10. Which single was produced with Tom Bailey’s involvement due to producer unavailability?
- A “You Make My Dreams”
- B “Hold Me Now”
- C “Kiss Me”
11. Which song by The Cars won the first MTV Video Music Award for Video of the Year?
- A “Drive”
- B “Magic”
- C “You Might Think”
12. Which artist’s song was blocked from UK chart-topping by “Stand and Deliver”?
- A Elvis Costello
- B Shakin’ Stevens
- C Joe Jackson
Tracklist
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1 . Céline Dion – The Power Of LoveFeatured on the 2008 album “The Colour of My Love”.
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2 . The Christians – WordsFeatured on the 1993 album “Colour”.
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3 . Dionne Warwick, Jeffrey Osborne – Take Good Care Of You And MeFeatured on the 1989 album “Greatest Hits 1979 – 1990”.
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4 . Bon Jovi – Living In SinFeatured on the 1984 album “New Jersey“.
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5 . Paul Young – Everything Must ChangeFeatured on the 1985 album “The Secret of Association“.
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6 . Foreigner – Say You WillFeatured on the 1987 album “Inside Information”.
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7 . Bruce Springsteen – Tunnel of LoveFeatured on the 1994 album “Tunnel of Love“.
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8 . Alison Moyet – InvisibleFeatured on the 1987 album “Alf”.
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9 . Lou Reed – I Love You, SuzanneFeatured on the 1984 album “New Sensations”.
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10 . Thompson Twins – Hold Me NowFeatured on the 1984 album “Into the Gap”.
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11 . The Cars – You Might ThinkFeatured on the 1983 album “Heartbeat City”. |
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12 . Shakin’ Stevens – You Drive Me CrazyFeatured on the 1984 album “Shaky”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. David Foster took the helm in producing Celine Dion’s rendition of “The Power of Love”. Known for his orchestral flair, Foster’s production highlighted Dion’s vocal strengths, helping the track soar to number one in multiple countries.
2. “Words” cleverly weaves the melody of “Mná na hÉireann”. This adaptation lent an Irish charm to the hit, contrasting its soul-pop delivery with a traditional Celtic undertone.
3. Dionne Warwick paired her iconic voice with Jeffrey Osborne’s for “Take Good Care of You and Me”. The track started their 1989 compilation with a tender duet.
4. “Living in Sin” is a tale spun with poignancy, capturing the defiance of love against parental objections. Its video completes the picture with stark, monochrome emotion.
5. Paul Young’s “Everything Must Change” is soft rock at its finest. Rambunctious drums and vibrant guitars wrap around reflective lyrics, forging a memorable 80s track.
6. David Fincher added his storytelling magic to “Say You Will”. Long before his notoriety, Fincher was crafting music video narratives that visually spoke louder than any lyric.
7. Springsteen likens marriage to a fairground funhouse ride, a metaphor for the ups and downs intrinsic to couplehood. Captured in “Tunnel of Love”, it was critically acclaimed.
8. Written by Holland–Dozier–Holland’s Lamont Dozier, “Invisible” spun a cover of Marvin Gaye’s “Hitch Hike” as its B-side, adding depth to Moyet’s charting single.
9. Recording happened at Skyline Studios for Reed’s “I Love You, Suzanne”. This New York establishment framed his sound alongside legendary riffs and city grit.
10. Tom Bailey’s hands crafted the Thompson Twins’ “Hold Me Now” while producers were otherwise engaged, blending his craftsmanship with Sadkin’s polish.
11. “You Might Think” by The Cars dazzled with pioneering visuals, clinching the inaugural MTV award in 1984. It broke new ground for video production standards.
12. Shakin’ Stevens’ “You Drive Me Crazy” hit a chart-rivalry wall, tangling with Adam and the Ants’ light-controlled “Stand and Deliver”, securing second place for weeks.
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