How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Gnash, Usher, John Gibbons, McLean, Steel Banglez, Nicki Minaj, Fred V & Grafix, Olly Murs, Justin Bieber, Drake, Alex Gaudino, Dennis Ferrer
They are the performers of twelve love songs that ranked in various charts, this week (25/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
Tracklist
1 . Gnash – I Hate U, I Love U (w/ Olivia O’Brien) |
| The music video is directed by Mitch deQuilettes. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “us”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Usher – Crash |
| The music video is directed by Christopher Sims. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Hard II Love”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . John Gibbons – P.Y.T. – Pretty Young Thing |
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4 . McLean – Finally In Love |
| The music video is directed by Nick Bartleet. |
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5 . Steel Banglez – Your Lovin’ (w/ Mø & Yxng Bane) |
| The music video is directed by Klvdr. |
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6 . Nicki Minaj – Bed (w/ Ariana Grande) |
| The music video is directed by Hype Williams. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “Queen”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Fred V & Grafix – Forest Fires (w/ Etherwood) |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Recognise”. |
8 . Olly Murs – Beautiful To Me |
| The music video is directed by Martyn Thomas. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Never Been Better”. |
9 . Justin Bieber – As Long As You Love Me (w/ Big Sean) |
| The music video is directed by Anthony Mandler. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Believe”. |
10 . Drake – Find Your Love |
| The music video is directed by Anthony Mandler. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Thank Me Later”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . Alex Gaudino – What A Feeling (w/ Kelly Rowland) |
| The music video is directed by Frank Gatson Jr.. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Magnificent”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Dennis Ferrer – Hey Hey |
| The music video is directed by Johny Mourgue. |
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The song by Gnash and Olivia O’Brien was nominated for Best Breakup Song at the 2017 Radio Disney Music Awards. Perhaps breakups come with a consolation prize after all.
2. The cover art sculpture for Usher’s single was created by Daniel Arsham. Patience is a virtue Usher displayed while sitting still for hours during its creation.
3. Quincy Jones and James Ingram composed the original track on which John Gibbons’ reinterpretation is based. A contemporary twist on a classically rooted melody.
4. McLean released the official music video for “Finally In Love” in April 2010. Music videos: where albums meet their visual soul mates.
5. Steel Banglez released “Your Lovin'” as a single in 2018. A collaboration made in the year of many summer hits.
6. The 2018 single features both Nicki Minaj and Ariana Grande. A team effort that graced charts and playlists alike.
7. After its release, the song by Fred V & Grafix charted on the UK Singles Chart among others. Their debut chart appearance was indeed quite a splash.
8. “Beautiful to Me” features a narrative about two friends over time. Life and music videos both celebrate friendship’s longevity.
9. Justin Bieber’s 2012 track with Big Sean was filmed in Los Angeles, California. Big cities for big collaborations.
10. Jeff Bhasker was involved in both the writing and production of Drake’s single. Truly a multitasking feat in the music world.
11. In the music video, Kelly Rowland takes on the role of the lead singer, performing with dancers. Unlike most dance parties, this one comes with a storyline.
12. Dennis Ferrer’s track was released as a single under Defected Records in 2010. Once deserving of shelf space, now filed in digital libraries worldwide.
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