How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Lewis Capaldi, Ziezie, Sean Paul, Charlie Puth, Rihanna, Justin Bieber, One Direction, The Weeknd, Lawson, Cashmere Cat, Jessie J, Olly Murs
They are the performers of twelve love songs that were ranked in various charts, this week (48/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. What notable chart position did Lewis Capaldi’s “Someone You Loved” achieve on Billboard Hot 100?
- A Number 1
- B Number 5
- C Number 10
2. Which language mixes with English in ZieZie’s song “French Kisses”?
- A French
- B Spanish
- C Italian
3. In what genre does the Sean Paul and Dua Lipa collaboration feature prominently?
- A Country
- B Jazz
- C Reggae
4. Which family member appears in Charlie Puth’s “One Call Away” video?
- A His brother
- B His cousin
- C His father
5. How many collaborations had Rihanna and Chris Brown completed before “Unapologetic”?
- A One
- B None
- C Two
6. What certification did Justin Bieber’s song “No Pressure” receive from the RIAA?
- A Gold
- B Silver
- C Diamond
7. What musical band is associated with Ed Sheeran’s song written for One Direction?
- A The Beatles
- B Rolling Stones
- C One Direction
8. Where were the sessions for The Weeknd’s “I Feel It Coming” with Daft Punk partly held?
- A London
- B Paris
- C Tokyo
9. What event inspired Andy Brown to write “Standing in the Dark” with Lawson?
- A A tour experience
- B A romantic breakup
- C Meeting a celebrity
10. Which two artists collaborated with Cashmere Cat on the track from his album *9*?
- A Taylor Swift and Kanye West
- B Selena Gomez and Tory Lanez
- C Beyoncé and Jay-Z
11. For which film’s theme did Jessie J perform “Silver Lining (Crazy ‘Bout You)”?
- A *Twilight*
- B *Silver Linings Playbook*
- C *The Hunger Games*
12. What notable achievement did Olly Murs’s song with Flo Rida accomplish on the UK chart?
- A Top 10
- B Number 5
- C Number 1
Tracklist
1 . Lewis Capaldi – Someone You Loved |
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| Lewis Capaldi’s heart-rending ballad “Someone You Loved,” resonated globally, with its deeply personal lyrics rooted in Capaldi’s own double loss: a relationship and his grandmother. The poignant music video, directed by Ozzie Pullin, features Capaldi being dumped by a girl and then wandering down a desert street. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Divinely Uninspired To A Hellish Extent”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Ziezie – French Kisses (w/ Aitch) |
‘She just told me, “Show me what you do, papa”‘
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| The music video for ZieZie’s playful single “French Kisses” featuring Aitch, directed by Dir LX, showcases ZieZie charming the streets of Paris and kind of harassing a local elegant lady with Aitch adding his flair to the mix. Spoiler alert: at the end, the lady surrenders and complies with the title of the song. |
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3 . Sean Paul – No Lie (w/ Dua Lipa) |
‘Feel your eyes, they all over me Don’t be shy, take control of me’
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| Sean Paul’s track “No Lie” featuring Dua Lipa’s smoky vocals, released on 18 November 2016, is a blend of R&B-flavored reggae and tropical pop. The music video, directed by Tim Nackashi, features mirrored rooms and dance sequences. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “Mad Love The Prequel”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Charlie Puth – One Call Away |
‘C’mon, c’mon, c’mon Reaching out to you, so take a chance’
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| Charlie Puth’s ‘One Call Away’ combines gospel with pop-soul in a heartfelt declaration of steadfast love in a long-distance relationship . The music video, directed by Mark Staubach and featuring Ellie Hahn and Stephen Puth, unfolds in a college setting where Puth’s poignant piano melodies and classroom daydreams culminate in a cinematic gesture of romance at the Palace Theater in Los Angeles. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Nine Track Mind”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Rihanna – Nobody’s Business (w/ Chris Brown) |
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| Three years after the “battery incident,” Rihanna collaborates again with Chris Brown. The new track “Nobody’s Business” is a dance anthem that marries house, disco-pop, and R&B-funk. Recorded in London and Los Angeles, the track is a statement of inter-dependence with a nod to Michael Jackson’s “The Way You Make Me Feel.” |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Unapologetic”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Justin Bieber – No Pressure (w/ Big Sean) |
| Justin Bieber’s “No Pressure” featuring Big Sean is a classic post-breakup song when the guy says “I’m sorry for what I did. But please come back.” The accompanying music video, directed by Parris Goebel, is part of “Purpose: The Movement” video project. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Purpose”. |
7 . One Direction – Little Things |
| One Direction’s ‘Little Things,’ penned by Ed Sheeran and Fiona Bevan, is a heartfelt pop and folk ballad celebrating individual quirks. The black-and-white music video, directed by Vaughan Arnell, takes a minimalistic approach, portraying the band in an intimate recording session—reinforcing the song’s raw honesty. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Take Me Home”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . The Weeknd – I Feel It Coming (w/ Daft Punk) |
‘I can feel that body shake And the heat between your legs’
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| The Weeknd’s “I Feel It Coming,” featuring Daft Punk, is a nostalgic nod to ’80s disco-pop, delivered with contemporary finesse. Concluding with a cameo from Daft Punk, the Warren Fu-directed music video, reminiscent of vintage Betacam SP footage, showcases the Weeknd on a Mars-like planet, conveying a tale of cosmic romance with model Kiko Mizuhara. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Starboy”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
9 . Lawson – Standing In The Dark |
| English band Lawson’s “Standing In The Dark” music video, directed by Nick Bartleet, contrasts the vulnerability of heartache with stark visuals. It captures band member Andy Brown’s emotive performance in his flat, and the band in a drenched car park, reflecting the song’s theme of isolation and lost love. |
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10 . Cashmere Cat – Trust Nobody (w/ Selena Gomez & Tory Lanez) |
| Cashmere Cat’s “Trust Nobody” merges the Norwegian DJ’s electronic beats with the Selena Gomez’s melodic voice and Tory Lanez’s lyrical prowess, creating an evocative soundscape that underlines the song’s theme of cautious intimacy. The music video, directed by Jake Schreier, has none of the above contributors but only dancers strutting against the sunset. |
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Featured on the 2017 album “9”. |
11 . Jessie J – Silver Lining [Crazy ‘Bout You] |
‘Call me crazy, call me a fool (Ooh) Call me crazy, maybe it’s true’
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| Jessie J’s “Silver Lining [Crazy ‘Bout You],” is the main theme for the film “Silver Linings Playbook” which stars Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence. The accompanying music video, directed by Andrew Logan, features Jessie J in a leotard or a nude look suit with projected lyrics and film scenes. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Silver Linings Playbook: Soundtrack”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Olly Murs – Troublemaker (w/ Flo Rida) |
‘You had me hooked again from the minute you sat down’
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| Directed by Michael Baldwin, the music video for Olly Murs’ “Troublemaker” showcases a playful chase of romantic interest and a comedic narrative set in Los Angeles, where Murs repeatedly encounters a woman who gets fired from a series of jobs. For good measure, Flo Rida’s scenes were shot separately in Miami and have little to do with the main action. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Right Place Right Time”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Lewis Capaldi’s “Someone You Loved” reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. It took 24 weeks to climb to the top, showcasing its steady popularity.
2. ZieZie’s song “French Kisses” includes French phrases, adding a playful, bilingual twist to the English lyrics.
3. The collaboration between Sean Paul and Dua Lipa prominently features reggae elements, incorporating numerous musical styles into its tropical pop sound.
4. Charlie Puth’s music video for “One Call Away” features his brother, Stephen, alongside him, highlighting a personal connection.
5. Before “Unapologetic,” Rihanna and Chris Brown had two collaborations. Their musical projects continued alongside a public personal history.
6. “No Pressure” by Justin Bieber received a gold certification from the RIAA, confirming sales of over 500,000 units in the US.
7. Ed Sheeran co-wrote a song for One Direction, showcasing his songwriting versatility beyond his solo career.
8. The Weeknd’s “I Feel It Coming” sessions with Daft Punk were partly held in Paris, aligning with Daft Punk’s French origins.
9. Lawson’s “Standing in the Dark” was inspired by Andy Brown’s romantic breakup, a common muse for heartfelt lyrics.
10. Cashmere Cat collaborated with Selena Gomez and Tory Lanez on his album *9*, blending diverse musical influences.
11. Jessie J’s “Silver Lining (Crazy ‘Bout You)” served as the theme for *Silver Linings Playbook*, adding to the movie’s musical charm.
12. Olly Murs’s duet with Flo Rida achieved number 1 on the UK Singles Chart, cementing its success and popularity.
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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 • She just told me, “Show me what you do, papa” (Ziezie) • Feel your eyes, they all over me Don’t be shy, take control of me (Sean Paul) • C’mon, c’mon, c’mon Reaching out to you, so take a chance (Charlie Puth) • I can feel that body shake And the heat between your legs (The Weeknd) • Call me crazy, call me a fool (Ooh) Call me crazy, maybe it’s true (Jessie J) • You had me hooked again from the minute you sat down (Olly Murs)
Music-wise : Pop, Dance Pop, Rock, R&B
