How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Janet Jackson, Ray J, S Club 7, Alphabeat, Texas, Noah And The Whale, Avril Lavigne, Florence + The Machine, The Human League, Stephen Fretwell, DT8 Project, Girls Can’t Catch
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (32/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. Which classic tune is sampled in Janet Jackson’s “Someone To Call My Lover”?
- A “Ventura Highway” by America
- B “Hotel California” by Eagles
- C “Come Together” by The Beatles
2. What production style is “Sexy Can I” by Ray J primarily known for?
- A Synthwave
- B R&B
- C Latin Pop
3. For which piece of media was S Club 7’s “Love Ain’t Gonna Wait for You” made into a music video montage?
- A Reality TV show
- B Sci-fi movie
- C “Seeing Double” film
4. Which cultural element inspired Alphabeat’s “Boyfriend”?
- A Japanese anime
- B Swedish film
- C Italian opera
5. How did Texas’s “Getaway” make its mark in Denmark?
- A TV commercial theme
- B Topped pop charts
- C Highest-charting song
6. “Five Years Time” by Noah and the Whale gained visual inspiration from which director?
- A Wes Anderson
- B Quentin Tarantino
- C Christopher Nolan
7. What certification did Avril Lavigne’s “My Happy Ending” receive in the U.S.?
- A Platinum
- B Gold
- C Silver
8. Florence + The Machine’s “Kiss With A Fist” had a cover as its B-side. Who originally performed it?
- A The Rolling Stones
- B Cold War Kids
- C Fleetwood Mac
9. In “All I Ever Wanted,” which member of The Human League used a new surname?
- A Joanne Catherall
- B Susan Ann Sulley
- C Philip Oakey
10. Where was Stephen Fretwell’s “Emily” recorded?
- A Sun Studio
- B Abbey Road Studios
- C Electric Lady Studios
11. The DT8 Project’s “The Sun Is Shining [Down On Me]” prominently belongs to which music genre?
- A Jazz
- B Reggae
- C Trance
12. What unique setting is featured in the video for “Keep Your Head Up” by Girls Can’t Catch?
- A Carnival parade
- B Croquet at a dump
- C Rooftop dance
For TWELVE more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 32/52 – click here
Tracklist
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1 . Janet Jackson – Someone To Call My Lover (w/ Jermaine Dupri)Featured on the 2001 album “All for You“.
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2 . Ray J – Sexy Can I (w/ Yung Berg)Featured on the 2008 album “All I Feel”.
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3 . S Club 7 – Love Ain’t Gonna WaitFeatured on the 2002 album “Seeing Double”.
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4 . Alphabeat – BoyfriendFeatured on the 2008 album “This Is Alphabeat”.
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5 . Texas – GetawayFeatured on the 2005 album “Red Book”.
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6 . Noah And The Whale – Five Years TimeFeatured on the 2008 album “Peaceful, the World Lays Me Down”.
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7 . Avril Lavigne – My Happy EndingFeatured on the 2004 album “Under My Skin”.
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8 . Florence + The Machine – Kiss With A FistFeatured on the 2008 album “Lungs“.
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9 . The Human League – All I Ever WantedFeatured on the 2001 album “Secrets”.
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10 . Stephen Fretwell – EmilyFeatured on the 2004 album “Magpie”.
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11 . DT8 Project – The Sun Is Shining [Down On Me]
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12 . Girls Can’t Catch – Keep Your Head Up
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Janet Jackson’s track samples “Ventura Highway” by America. The upbeat vibe complements the song’s romantic notions, blending nostalgic melodies with modern pop rhythms.
2. “Sexy Can I” primarily embraces an R&B production style. The track features smooth rhythms and catchy hooks, solidifying its place on Ray J’s most successful singles list.
3. The music video for “Love Ain’t Gonna Wait for You” is a montage from the “Seeing Double” film, offering fans a nostalgic look back at S Club’s cinematic and musical journey.
4. Alphabeat’s “Boyfriend” drew inspiration from a Swedish film about teenage romance. It reflects the band’s knack for incorporating diverse cultural elements into their pop sound.
5. “Getaway” stood out as Texas’s highest-charting song in Denmark, reaching number six. This success added to the band’s impressive track record of top ten singles.
6. The video for “Five Years Time” reflects Wes Anderson’s stylistic elements. Its quirky visual representation parallels the band’s playful and whimsical musical tone.
7. Avril Lavigne’s “My Happy Ending” earned a Gold certification in the U.S. Its commercial success was driven by catchy alternative rock influences and emotive lyrics.
8. Florence + The Machine included a cover of Cold War Kids’ “Hospital Beds” as the B-side. This added a unique twist to the indie rock band’s debut single release.
9. Susan Ann Sulley of The Human League used her married name, Gayle, for the first time in “All I Ever Wanted.” This track marked a notable moment in the band’s synthpop legacy.
10. Stephen Fretwell recorded “Emily” at Abbey Road Studios, adding to its authentic acoustic sound. Known for its rhythmic charm, the track became a staple in his live performances.
11. “The Sun Is Shining [Down On Me]” falls within the trance genre. Its layered electronic sound and various remixes contributed to its popularity on dance charts.
12. The video for “Keep Your Head Up” features croquet at a dump site. This setting underscored Girls Can’t Catch’s innovative approach to their debut single’s visual narrative.
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