How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Robert Palmer, Olivia Newton John, Electribe 101, Brother Beyond, Diana Ross, Will Downing, John Cougar, Level 42, Joboxers, Julio Iglesias, Eugene Wilde, Femme Fatale
They are the performers of twelve vintage love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (43/52) BUT … in the Eighties 80s.
1. What was the peak position of “Discipline of Love” on the US Billboard Hot 100?
- A 95
- B 100
- C 82
2. Which symptom is not mentioned in the lyrics of “Heart Attack” by Olivia Newton-John?
- A Dizziness
- B Dry mouth
- C Weak legs
3. Which artist did Billie Ray Martin collaborate with before increased attention for Electribe 101?
- A Pet Shop Boys
- B S’Express
- C Bros
4. How many consecutive top 40 hits did Brother Beyond achieve in the UK with “Drive On”?
- A Three
- B Five
- C Two
5. What type of chart success did Diana Ross’s single achieve on the Billboard Hot 100 with Michael Jackson’s writing prowess?
- A No. 1
- B No. 10
- C No. 7
6. In which year was Will Downing’s “Test Of Time” released?
- A 1989
- B 1991
- C 1985
7. What was notable about the initial intended theme of “Jack & Diane”?
- A Interracial relationships
- B Teenage rebellion
- C Small town pride
8. Which instrument did Mark King play for Level 42’s “Take a Look”?”
- A Guitar
- B Drums
- C Bass
9. “Jealous Love” appeared as a double A-side single with which other song?
- A “She’s a Lady”
- B “She’s Got Sex”
- C “Like a Rolling Stone”
10. Who originally wrote “Begin the Beguine” before Julio Iglesias’s version?
- A Irving Berlin
- B Cole Porter
- C George Gershwin
11. What chart position did Eugene Wilde’s “Don’t Say No Tonight” not reach?
- A No. 1 on R&B
- B No. 100 on Hot 100
- C No. 76 on Hot 100
12. Which platform helped boost Fame Fatale’s “Waiting For The Big One” via heavy rotation?
- A BBC Radio
- B MTV
- C VH1
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – Vintage 80s Music Videos – week 43/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Robert Palmer – Discipline Of LoveFeatured on the 1985 album “Riptide“.
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2 . Olivia Newton John – Heart AttackFeatured on the 1981 album “Physical”.
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3 . Electribe 101 – Tell Me When The Fever EndedFeatured on the 1990 album “Electribal Memories”.
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4 . Brother Beyond – Drive On
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5 . Diana Ross – MusclesFeatured on the 1982 album “Silk Electric”.
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6 . Will Downing – Test Of TimeFeatured on the 1989 album “Come Together As One”.
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7 . John Cougar – Jack & DianeFeatured on the 1982 album “American Fool”.
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8 . Level 42 – Take A LookFeatured on the 1988 album “Staring at the Sun”.
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9 . Joboxers – Jealous LoveFeatured on the 1983 album “Like Gangbusters”.
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10 . Julio Iglesias – Begin The BeguineFeatured on the 1981 album “Begin The Beguine”.
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11 . Eugene Wilde – Dont Say No Tonight
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12 . Femme Fatale – Waiting For The Big OneFeatured on the 1988 album “Femme Fatale”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Discipline of Love” experienced moderate success on the US Billboard Hot 100, peaking at position 82. Despite its chart-topping ambitions, it couldn’t rise above 82.
2. Olivia Newton-John’s “Heart Attack” describes a somatic love experience. Dizziness doesn’t make the symptom list. Dry mouth and weak legs, however, did.
3. Before Electribe 101 gained traction, Billie Ray Martin collaborated with S’Express, notably raising the band’s profile thanks to her vocal flair on “Hey Music Lover.”
4. Brother Beyond had a consistent chart presence in the UK. “Drive On” contributed to their streak of five consecutive top 40 hits, despite its modest peak.
5. Diana Ross’s single, with Michael Jackson’s involvement, reached number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song also garnered a Grammy nod.
6. Will Downing’s tune “Test Of Time” saw the light of day in 1989. Its rhythms echoed the era’s dance vibes amid the tail end of the 1980s.
7. “Jack & Diane” evolved from its original interracial focus to portray two average teenagers. Mellencamp adjusted to this relatable lyrical theme upon advice.
8. Mark King wielded the bass guitar for Level 42 on “Take a Look.” His bass lines defined the song’s rhythmic backbone.
9. “Jealous Love” faced “She’s Got Sex” on its double A-side mantle. The combination provided dynamic listening options for fans.
10. “Begin the Beguine” originated with Cole Porter before Iglesias’s rendition. Porter’s composition brought the beguine style to broader music audiences.
11. Eugene Wilde’s catchy tune dominated the R&B charts but reached only number 76 on the Billboard Hot 100. Its broader appeal had limits.
12. Femme Fatale’s “Waiting For The Big One” caught viewers’ eyes on MTV. The video’s frequent airplay energized glam metal enthusiasts.
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