How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : The Weeknd, John Martin, Yungblud, Halsey, Mr. Probz, Zara Larsson, Jamie Woon, Nick Jonas, Katy B, The Script, Olly Murs, Jay Sean, Ariana Grande
They are the performers of twelve love songs that ranked in various charts, this week (14/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
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Tracklist
1 . The Weeknd – Try Me |
| The music video is directed by The Weeknd. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “My Dear Melancholy”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . John Martin – Anywhere For You |
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3 . Yungblud, Halsey – 11 Minutes (w/ Travis Barker) |
| The music video is directed by Colin Tilley. |
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4 . Mr. Probz – Nothing Really Matters |
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5 . Zara Larsson – Don’t Worry Bout Me |
| The music video is directed by Grant Spanier. |
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Featured on the album “Clarity”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Jamie Woon – Lady Luck |
| The music video is directed by Tim Grabham / Suridh Hassan.. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Mirrorwriting”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Nick Jonas – Close |
| The music video is directed by Tim Erem. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Last Year Was Complicated”. |
8 . Katy B – Broken Record |
| The music video is directed by Jamie Thraves. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “On a Mission”. |
9 . The Script – Breakeven |
| The music video is directed by Charles Mehling. |
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Featured on the 2008 album “The Script”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . Olly Murs – Seasons |
| The music video is directed by Ben Turner. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Never Been Better”. |
11 . Jay Sean – Make My Love Go (w/ Sean Paul) |
| The music video is directed by Naroop. |
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12 . Ariana Grande – The Way (w/ Mac Miller) |
| The music video is directed by Jones Crow. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Yours Truly”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Grant Singer directed the 2021 official video for The Weeknd’s track from “My Dear Melancholy,” marking another collaboration following previous works. The vertical video version also adds a distinct visual layer to the song’s narrative.
2. The music video for John Martin’s “Anywhere for You” features a young couple journeying by pickup truck through the countryside. The scenic open roads underscore the song’s themes of journey and discovery.
3. Yungblud and Halsey’s music video brings the five stages of grief to life with visual storytelling, adding depth to the song’s emotional core. Travis Barker’s drumming complements the narrative intensity.
4. Afrojack’s remix of Mr. Probz’s song brought a new dimension to the original track, highlighting different layers of Mr. Probz’s artistry and expanding its reach across formats.
5. Zara Larsson’s 2019 single is included as a bonus track on the Japanese deluxe edition of “Poster Girl.” Its influence spanned multiple territories and achieved high chart positions.
6. Jamie Woon’s “Lady Luck” found its peak chart success in Denmark at number 14. The track’s blend of soulful production and reflective lyrics resonates across borders.
7. Nick Jonas and Tove Lo’s collaboration is composed in the key of A major, maintaining a soundscape that aligns with the dynamic themes of their lyrical interplay.
8. Katy B’s track revolves around the phrase “like a broken record,” which complements the sonic elements of techno and jungle influences in the song’s production.
9. The Script’s single, known as “Breakeven (Falling to Pieces),” captures a narrative of heartbreak, serving as a memorable track from their debut album.
10. Ryan Tedder contributed to the production of Olly Murs’s 2015 track, adding his signature touch to the song’s polished pop landscape.
11. Jay Sean’s track featuring Sean Paul is primarily associated with the year 2016, marking a return to Jay Sean’s musical output after a three-year hiatus.
12. Ariana Grande’s debut single samples Big Pun’s “Still Not a Player,” which itself features elements from Brenda Russell’s classic, bridging eras of musical influence.
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