How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Selena Gomez, Ed Sheeran, Lady Gaga, Ben Haenow, Rihanna, Maroon 5, P!Nk, Adele, Rebecca Ferguson, R. City, Little Mix, Katy Perry
They are the performers of twelve love songs that ranked in various charts, this week (43/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. Which device was used for filming the music video of Selena Gomez’s “Lose You to Love Me”?
- A iPhone 11 Pro
- B iPad Pro
- C Sony Handycam
2. What is hidden at the end of Ed Sheeran’s “Give Me Love” album version?
- A A hidden message
- B A music box tune
- C A cover of “The Parting Glass”
3. What award did Lady Gaga’s “Shallow” win Academy recognition for?
- A Best Soundtrack
- B Best Original Song
- C Best Production Design
4. In which city was the music video for “Second Hand Heart” by Ben Haenow filmed?
- A Boston
- B Nashville
- C Seattle
5. Who wrote Rihanna’s “Shine bright like a diamond” lyric?
- A Sia Furler
- B Calvin Harris
- C Jay-Z
6. Which artist featured in Maroon 5’s music video for “Girls Like You”?
- A Cardi B
- B Billie Eilish
- C Cher
7. What type of dance is featured in P!nk’s “Try” music video?
- A Tango
- B Apache
- C Ballet
8. Which director was behind Adele’s music video for the pop and R&B track from her album *25*?
- A Patrick Daughters
- B Martin Scorsese
- C David Fincher
9. What musical genres blend in Rebecca Ferguson’s “Backtrack”?
- A Soul, jazz, and pop
- B Rock, blues, and folk
- C EDM, hip hop, and classical
10. Which song elements are featured in “Locked Away” by R. City?
- A Marching band beats
- B Dancehall and reggae fusion
- C Synthwave elements
11. Which album by Little Mix contains the dance-pop track about a cheating ex-partner?
- A Confetti
- B Glory Days
- C LM5
12. Who co-wrote “Harleys in Hawaii” with Katy Perry?
- A Max Martin
- B Charlie Puth
- C Pharrell Williams
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – 2010s Music Videos – week 43/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
1 . Selena Gomez – Lose You To Love Me |
| Co-written with Julia Michaels and Justin Tranter, Selena Gomez’s “Lose You to Love Me” is a poignant ballad reflecting on a former relationship (Justin Bieber?). The music video, directed by Sophie Muller and shot entirely on an iPhone 11, embodies a more intimate ambiance in black and white with Gomez, initially appearing uneasy, gradually transitions to a state of closure and liberation as she bids farewell to past love. |
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Featured on the 2020 album “Rare”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Ed Sheeran – Give Me Love |
”Cause lately, I’ve been waking up alone’
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| Ed Sheeran’s “Give Me Love” narrates the tale of a near-ended relationship seeking revival, with themes of desire imbalance leading both individuals to drink. The song’s music video, directed by Emil Nava, explores a narrative where Cupid, portrayed by a disheartened blonde angel and played by Isabel Lucas, yearns for love. “Give Me Love” later found its way into popular culture, featured in a Michael Bay-directed commercial, “Love is Heavenly” for Victoria’s Secret. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “+“.++vinyl+album&tag=radiovideom05-20′ target=’_blank’ rel=’noopener’> Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Lady Gaga – Shallow |
‘Ain’t it hard keepin’ it so hardcore?’
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| A cornerstone track in the film “A Star Is Born,” “Shallow” is performed by Bradley Cooper (Jackson Maine) and Lady Gaga (Ally). The song, written by Gaga, Mark Ronson, Anthony Rossomando, and Andrew Wyatt, marks, in the movie, the duo’s first live performance, catapulting Ally to stardom, blending the tender guitar intro with a robust chorus, showcasing the distinctive vocal dynamics between Cooper’s restrained tones and Gaga’s potent delivery. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “A Star Is Born (2018)”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Ben Haenow – Second Hand Heart (w/ Kelly Clarkson) |
| A vibrant indie-pop track with a country-folk vibe, “Second Hand Heart” is a collaboration between Ben Haenow of “The X Factor UK” and “American Idol” season one winner, Kelly Clarkson. In the music video, Ben embarks on an adventurous journey across America, and that includes hitchhiking and cycling, to reach Kelly’s doorstep. Then Cut! |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Ben Haenow”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Rihanna – Diamonds |
‘Find light in the beautiful sea’
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| Penned swiftly by Sia and co-produced by Benny Blanco, “Diamonds” by Rihanna is a hopeful message about love and empowerment, using diamonds as a metaphor for inner strength. The accompanying video, directed by Anthony Mandler, showcases Rihanna, dressed in a white gown and a long black wig, navigating between light and dark scenarios. Talk about smoking diamonds, facing a car chase, being stranded in a desert, amidst an ocean, or amid a riot. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Unapologetic”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Maroon 5 – Girls Like You (w/ Cardi B) |
‘I’m thinkin’ more of white Porsches and karats’
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| Maroon 5’s “Girls Like You” is enhanced by Cardi B’s distinctive verse towards the end. Directed by David Dobkin, the music video is a homage to notable women from various fields, making it a visual celebration of female empowerment. As Adam Levine performs center-stage with a rotating camera, each rotation reveals a different celebrity like Jennifer Lopez, Ellen DeGeneres, Millie Bobby Brown, activist Ilhan Omar, Olympian Aly Raisman, and actresses Gal Gadot and Tiffany Haddish. |
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Featured on the 2017 album “Red Pill Blues“.Red+Pill+Blues+vinyl+album&tag=radiovideom05-20′ target=’_blank’ rel=’noopener’> Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . P!nk – Try |
‘Ever wonder about what he’s doing?’
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| The song “Try” by P!nk is an eerie anthem infused with keys and guitar, emphasizing resilience and relentless tenacity in facing adversities. The music video, directed by Floria Sigismondi, features P!nk and dancer Colt Prattes engaged in a passionate dance, that sometimes looks more like a physical struggle than a dance, illustrating a tumultuous relationship. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “The Truth About Love”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Adele – Send My Love [To Your New Lover] |
| Co-written with Max Martin and Shellback, Adele’s “Send My Love (To Your New Lover)” is a catchy tune , embodying a mature, minimalistic vibe that encourages moving on post-breakup. Directed by Patrick Daughters, the music video features Adele in a floral Dolce & Gabbana dress against a black backdrop, with trippy visual effects. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “25“.25+vinyl+album&tag=radiovideom05-20′ target=’_blank’ rel=’noopener’> |
9 . Rebecca Ferguson – Backtrack |
| The video was directed by Ben Peters. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Heaven”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . R. City – Locked Away (w/ Adam Levine) |
‘Now tell me would you really ride with me?’
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| Blending Caribbean hip-hop beats with emotive lyrics, produced by Dr. Luke and featuring Adam Levine, “Locked Away” by R. City, a duo comprised of brothers Theron “Uptown AP” and Timothy “A.I.” Thomas, questions love’s resilience amid adversity. The music video unveils tragic stories of different families facing hardships: a soldier father leaving his daughter for war, a debt-ridden couple, and a young woman arrested in her father’s presence. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “What Dreams Are Made Of”. |
11 . Little Mix – Shout Out To My Ex |
‘Forget that boy, I’m over it’
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| Co-written by member Perrie Edwards, presumably about ex-fiancé Zayn Malik, “Shout Out To My Ex” by Little Mix comes with a lively music video directed by Sarah Chatfield. Taking viewers on a whimsical journey from a caravan house to a desert, passing through a purple forest and a secluded pool club, the video not only shows a particularly eye-catching Leigh-Anne Pinnock, who boldly flaunts an eye-popping bikini by the pool, but also delivers a spirited message of reclaiming independence post-breakup. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Glory Days”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Katy Perry – Harleys In Hawaii |
| A seductive mid-tempo tune co-written with Johan Carlsson, Jacob Kasher, and Charlie Puth, “Harleys In Hawaii” by Katy Perry evokes a Hawaiian ambiance especially as she articulates “You and I – ai, riding Harleys in Hawaii-ai-ai.” Directed by Manson (Pau Lopez, Gerardo del Hierro, and Tomas Pena), the accompanying video, laden with candy-colored visuals, starts with Perry in a leather jacket with a yin-yang logo amidst a group of Harley riders, transitioning to scenes by a pool, a stop for karaoke at a tiki bar and back to the road trip with her bearded companion. |
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Featured on the 2020 album “Smile”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Lose You to Love Me” was shot using an iPhone 11 Pro. The video’s aesthetic complements the song’s introspective mood with a simple, direct camera style.
2. At the tail end of “Give Me Love,” Ed Sheeran performs “The Parting Glass.” This traditional Irish song adds a reflective note to the single’s conclusion.
3. “Shallow” snagged the Oscar for Best Original Song. Its blend of emotional resonance and narrative depth secured its awards-clad reception.
4. Nashville provided the backdrop for “Second Hand Heart.” The city’s musical legacy echoes in the video’s authentic vibe.
5. Rihanna’s luminary lyric was penned by Sia Furler. The experience of brilliance and love is expressed through vivid, bright imagery.
6. Cardi B made a notable appearance in Maroon 5’s “Girls Like You.” Her presence contributed a contemporary edge to the star-studded video.
7. “Try” includes the Apache dance for its choreography, creating an intense, dramatic performance that mirrors the song’s narrative of struggle and resilience.
8. Patrick Daughters directed Adele’s video, adding his signature touch to the piece. His blend of simplicity and emotional focus matched the track’s production.
9. Ferguson’s “Backtrack” dips into soul, jazz, and pop, marking her sound as both contemporary and classic.
10. The track “Locked Away” fuses dancehall and reggae elements, establishing a compelling rhythm aligned with summery vibes.
11. Little Mix included their reflective track on the album *Glory Days*. The song’s candid lyrics and catchy beats marked its commercial success.
12. Katy Perry collaborated with Charlie Puth on “Harleys in Hawaii.” The song’s laid-back vibe complements its sun-soaked inspiration.
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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 • ‘Cause lately, I’ve been waking up alone (Ed Sheeran) • Ain’t it hard keepin’ it so hardcore? (Lady Gaga) • Find light in the beautiful sea (Rihanna) • I’m thinkin’ more of white Porsches and karats (Maroon 5) • Ever wonder about what he’s doing? (P!Nk) • Now tell me would you really ride with me? (R. City) • Forget that boy, I’m over it (Little Mix) •
Music-wise : Pop, Dance Pop, Hip Hop, Reggae Fusion
