How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Lady Gaga, Chris Brown, Niall Horan, Kygo, Dan + Shay, Nathan Sykes, Summer Walker, Felix Jaehn, Dermot Kennedy, Halsey, Justin Bieber, Sam Smith
They are the performers of twelve love songs that ranked in various charts, this week (41/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. Who directed the music video for Lady Gaga’s “Always Remember Us This Way”?
- A Bradley Cooper
- B Dave Cobb
- C Natalie Hemby
2. Which chart position did Chris Brown’s “Don’t Judge Me” achieve on the US R&B Songs chart?
- A Number 10
- B Number 1
- C Number 5
3. In which key was Niall Horan’s lead single from *Heartbreak Weather* composed?
- A G major
- B E minor
- C D major
4. What inspired the lyrics of “Firestone” by Kygo?
- A A sunset in Ibiza
- B A Firestone billboard
- C Northern lights
5. What Grammy award did Dan + Shay win for their collaboration with Justin Bieber?
- A Album of the Year
- B Best Country Duo/Group Performance
- C Best New Artist
6. What question drives the lyrics of Nathan Sykes’ “Famous”?
- A Will anyone remember me?
- B How long is fame?
- C Would you care if I was famous?
7. What Usher song is sampled in Summer Walker’s “Come Thru”?
- A “You Make Me Wanna…”
- B “Yeah!”
- C “Confessions Part II”
8. What year was Felix Jaehn’s remix of “Ain’t Nobody” released?
- A 2013
- B 2017
- C 2015
9. Where was the music video for Dermot Kennedy’s “Power Over Me” filmed?
- A Dublin, Ireland
- B Havana, Cuba
- C London, UK
10. Which of Halsey’s songs contains an interpolation of Justin Timberlake’s “Cry Me a River”?
- A “Without Me”
- B “Graveyard”
- C “You Should Be Sad”
11. What project was Justin Bieber’s “Sorry” music video a part of?
- A Purpose: The Movement
- B My World Tour
- C Believe Acoustic
12. What marked “Writing’s On The Wall” as a first for a James Bond theme song on UK charts?
- A First instrumental theme
- B First Bond theme to reach number one
- C First non-English theme
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Tracklist
1 . Lady Gaga – Always Remember Us This Way |
‘Every time we say goodbye Baby, it hurts’
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| With its minimal instrumentation accentuating her captivating vocals, “Always Remember Us This Way” by Lady Gaga is one of her character’s songs in the film “A Star is Born.” After Jackson’s demise, the song morphs into a poignant homage to the early passionate phase of their relationship and post-breakup cherishing memories. The accompanying music video is a montage of clips from the film. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “A Star Is Born : 2018 soundtrack”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Chris Brown – Don’t Judge Me |
‘And focus on things that are gonna make us laugh’
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| The narrative of “Don’t Judge Me” by Chris Brown, produced by The Messengers and co-written by Nasri, unfolds amidst rumors of infidelity, urging trust from his partner. The accompanying sci-fi mini-film, directed by Colin Tilley, features Chris Brown volunteering at a desert military base to battle an orbiting space monster, a possible metaphor for the nasty rumours, although – spoiler alert – it does not end well for poor Chris. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Fortune”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Niall Horan – Nice To Meet Ya |
‘Nice to meet ya, what’s your name?’
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| Produced by Julian Bunetta and co-written by a team including Horan, “Nice To Meet Ya” by Niall Horan’s is a rock-infused single about pursuing an elusive woman, starting with a mellow piano and escalating to an energetic rhythm with electric guitars. The accompanying music video, directed by The Young Astronauts, adds a visual narrative of Horan’s flirty encounter of a girl portrayed by model Georgia Gibbs at a bar, followed by the natural course of things and a night spent together. |
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Featured on the 2020 album “Heartbreak Weather”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Kygo – Firestone (w/ Conrad Sewell) |
| Kyrre Gørvell-Dahll a.k.a. KYGO’s song “Firestone” blends tender piano chords, Conrad Sewell’s emotive voice with upbeat synthetic flute sounds and dance-inducing beats, transitioning between deep house and synth-pop. The music video, directed by Jon Jon Augustavo, portrays a whimsical romance where a young man meets a woman (then loses sight of her, so then he chases her) at a party where Kygo performs. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Cloud Nine”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Dan + Shay – 10 000 Hours (w/ Justin Bieber) |
| The music video for Dan + Shay’s track “10,000 Hours” featuring Justin Bieber, showcases romantic moments with the three performers serenading their respective ladies, Shay Mooney with wife Hannah Billingsley and Dan Smyers with wife Abby Law and Bieber with wife Hailey who joyously tosses flowers on a flower-adorned bed. |
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Featured on the 2021 album “Good Things”. |
6 . Nathan Sykes – Famous |
| Nathan Sykes’s song “Famous” reflects on a personal experience and questions the necessity of fame for reciprocated affection. In the music video, directed by Frank and Ivanna Borin in LA, Sykes portrays an actor on set, smitten by his co-star, facing rivalry from the director for her affection. And, it does not end well for Nathan. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Unfinished Business”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Summer Walker – Come Thru (w/ Usher) |
| Produced by London On Da Track, “Come Thru” by Summer Walker and R&B icon Usher, who brings a fresh verse, rejuvenates Usher’s 1997 hit “You Make Me Wanna.” Directed by Lacey Duke, the music video, steeped in pink hues and slow-moving smoke, portrays Walker and Usher amidst a nostalgic Atlanta backdrop, evoking ’90s vibes and featuring a cameo by Jermaine Dupri, the original song’s co-writer. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Over It”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Felix Jaehn – Ain’t Nobody [Loves Me Better] (w/ Jasmine Thompson) |
| German DJ Felix Jaehn’s track “Ain’t Nobody (Loves Me Better)” is an electro rendition of Rufus and Chaka Khan’s classic, featuring vocals by London-based Jasmine Thompson who had already, when she was 14, covered this ’80s hit in 2013. The music video is directed by Carina Steinmetz. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “I”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
9 . Dermot Kennedy – Power Over Me |
‘You’ve got that power over me’
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| Co-written with producers Koz and Scott Harris, “Power Over Me” by Irish singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy, blends roots folk, gospel sound and hip-hop. The music video, directed by Courtney Phillips and shot in Havana, Cuba, unfolds a compelling narrative of a young female boxer striving for excellence amidst adversities. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Without Fear”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . Halsey – Without Me |
‘I was afraid to leave you on your own (Ooh)’
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| Halsey’s song “Without Me” navigates through the aftermath of a poignant relationship, spurring speculation that it reflects her breakup with rapper G-Eazy; a notion fueled further by casting a G-Eazy lookalike as her love interest in the music video directed by Colin Tilley. |
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Featured on the 2020 album “Manic”. |
11 . Justin Bieber – Love Yourself |
‘But now I know, I’m better sleeping on my own’
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| Co-written with Ed Sheeran and Benny Blanco and recorded onboard his tour bus during a promo stop in Melbourne, “Love Yourself” by Justin Bieber narrates a tale of a fame-chasing ex (celebrity sleuths have named Chantel Jeffries), expressing his emotional disentanglement post heartbreak. Directed by Parris Goebel, the music video features professional dancers Keone and Mari Madrid embodying the emotional discord through a dance narrative. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Purpose”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Sam Smith – Writing’s On The Wall [From Spectre] |
‘But with you, I’m feeling somethin”
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| Upon an invitation from the film’s producer Barbara Broccoli and director Sam Mendes, Sam Smith penned “Writing’s on the Wall,” in collaboration with Jimmy Napes, for the James Bond film “Spectre.” The end result resonates with the quintessential orchestral grandeur of Bond themes, exploring the emotional facade of Bond’s character, mirroring the profound ethos of the legendary spy saga. The music video showcases Smith’s evocative rendition amidst snippets from “Spectre,” featuring Daniel Craig with Monica Bellucci and Léa Seydoux. |
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Directed by Bradley Cooper, the music video weaves scenes of Lady Gaga performing with clips from *A Star Is Born*. It complements the song’s emotional weight and narrative relevance in the film.
2. Reaching number 10, “Don’t Judge Me” found a solid place in the US R&B Songs chart. Its plea for personal redemption resonated with listeners, securing it a spot in multiple international markets.
3. Niall Horan crafted the track in E minor: a key often favored for its emotional resonance. The single captures the essence of his album *Heartbreak Weather*, hinted at through its thematic exploration of relationship turmoil.
4. The inspiration behind “Firestone” lay in a billboard seen in Venice, California. The song captured Kygo’s signature blend of ambient groove and emotive vocals, earning it international acclaim.
5. Dan + Shay and Justin Bieber’s collaboration snagged the Grammy for Best Country Duo/Group Performance. A harmonious blend of pop and country elements, it showcased their ability to cross musical genres successfully.
6. Nathan Sykes questioned if fame would trigger a rekindled interest in his life. This introspective theme, reflecting personal experiences, drove the song’s emotional core.
7. Summer Walker’s “Come Thru” revives the signature hook from Usher’s “You Make Me Wanna…”. By doing so, it bridges the past and present of R&B through a sample-based dialogue.
8. The 2015 remix by Felix Jaehn introduced a new audience to the iconic “Ain’t Nobody”. It topped European charts, affirming the timeless appeal of the 1983 original by Chaka Khan and Rufus.
9. Filmed in Havana, Cuba, the video for “Power Over Me” adds vibrant imagery to Dermot Kennedy’s impassioned vocals. Its setting juxtaposes historical charisma with a contemporary love story narrative.
10. In “Without Me,” Halsey cleverly integrated an interpolation of Timberlake’s hit “Cry Me a River.” It gave the breakup anthem a familiar echo, aligning with the song’s introspective theme.
11. Part of Purpose: The Movement, Bieber’s “Sorry” video features choreography with dancers Keone and Mari Madrid. A vibrant visual narrative accompanies the track’s confessional lyrics.
12. “Writing’s On The Wall” by Sam Smith achieved a first by reaching number one on the UK Singles Chart. Its orchestration and lyrical edge won critical acclaim, echoing the mystique of James Bond themes.
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NB . You may wonder what are these “Quotes” attached to certain photos above. Well! For a specific song, we take a still from the video on one side and select a lyric from the song on the other. We then merge the two. Et voilà!
Love Quotes • Every time we say goodbye Baby, it hurts (Lady Gaga) • And focus on things that are gonna make us laugh (Chris Brown) • Nice to meet ya, what’s your name? (Niall Horan) • You’ve got that power over me (Dermot Kennedy) • I was afraid to leave you on your own (Ooh) (Halsey) • But now I know, I’m better sleeping on my own (Justin Bieber) • But with you, I’m feeling somethin’ (Sam Smith)
Music-wise : Contemporary R&B, Country, Edm, Pop, R&B, Rap, Tropical House
