How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Nero, Macklemore, Austin Mahone, Kelly Rowland, Kelly Clarkson, Dan + Shay, James Blunt, Anne-Marie, The Saturdays, Chris Brown, The Vamps, Craig David
They are the performers of twelve love songs that ranked in various charts, this week (41/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. What track by a British dubstep trio samples The Jets’ original song?
- A Welcome to the Jungle
- B Shot in the Dark
- C Crush on You
2. Which artist collaboration features violin, viola, and choir vocals in “Good Old Days”?
- A Macklemore and Kesha
- B Elton John and Dua Lipa
- C Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift
3. Who produced Austin Mahone’s “What About Love”?
- A Max Martin
- B RedOne and Jimmy Joker
- C Timbaland
4. Where was Kelly Rowland’s Europop track recorded?
- A Stockholm, Sweden
- B London, UK
- C Copenhagen, Denmark
5. Who initially wrote “Since U Been Gone” before Kelly Clarkson recorded it?
- A Max Martin and Lukasz “Dr. Luke” Gottwald
- B Diane Warren
- C Ryan Tedder
6. What Dan + Shay track featuring Justin Bieber was released as a lead single?
- A Speechless
- B 10,000 Hours
- C Take Me Home
7. Which song did James Blunt co-write with Ryan Tedder?
- A Bonfire Heart
- B You’re Beautiful
- C Carry You Home
8. Who produced Anne-Marie’s single “Heavy”?
- A The Invisible Men
- B Calvin Harris
- C Mark Ronson
9. The Saturdays’ track “Disco Love” references which iconic artist?
- A David Bowie
- B Prince
- C Donna Summer
10. Which Chris Brown track features samples from SWV and Michael Jackson?
- A Turn Up the Music
- B She Ain’t You
- C Forever
11. Which single by The Vamps features Shawn Mendes and a Simon & Garfunkel chorus?
- A Oh Cecilia (Breaking My Heart)
- B Somebody To You
- C Wild Heart
12. Craig David’s “Heartline” was produced by which artist?
- A Avicii
- B Jonas Blue
- C Clean Bandit
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Tracklist
1 . Nero – Crush On You |
| The music video is directed by So Me. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Welcome Reality”. |
2 . Macklemore – Good Old Days (w/ Kesha) |
| The music video is directed by Jonny Valencia. |
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Featured on the 2017 album “Gemini”. |
3 . Austin Mahone – What About Love |
| The music video is directed by Colin Tilley. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “The Secret”. |
4 . Kelly Rowland – Forever And A Day |
| The music video is directed by Sarah Chatfield. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Here I Am”. |
5 . Kelly Clarkson – Since U Been Gone |
| The music video is directed by Alex De Rakoff . |
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Featured on the 2004 album “Breakaway”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Dan + Shay – 10,000 Hours (w/ Justin Bieber) |
| The music video is directed by Patrick Tracy. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Dan + Shay”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . James Blunt – Bonfire Heart |
| The music video is directed by Chris Kitchen. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Moon Landing”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Anne-Marie – Heavy |
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Featured on the 2017 album “Speak Your Mind”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
9 . The Saturdays – Disco Love |
| The music video is directed by Carly Cussen. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Living for the Weekend”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . Chris Brown – She Ain’t You |
| The music video is directed by Colin Tilley. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “F.A.M.E.”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . The Vamps – Oh Cecilia [Breaking My Heart] (w/ Shawn Mendes) |
| The music video is directed by Frank Borin. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Meet the Vamps”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Craig David – Heartline |
| The music video is directed by Charlie Sarsfield. |
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Featured on the 2017 album “The Time Is Now”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Crush on You” features samples from The Jets, and was released by a British dubstep group. It enjoyed modest success on the charts across the UK.
2. “Good Old Days,” a collaboration between Macklemore and Kesha, includes strings and choir vocals that add depth to its production.
3. “What About Love” by Austin Mahone was produced by RedOne and Jimmy Joker in Miami, showcasing their characteristic style.
4. Kelly Rowland’s track was recorded in Copenhagen, embracing an uptempo Europop sound with standout guitar riffs.
5. Max Martin and Lukasz “Dr. Luke” Gottwald penned “Since U Been Gone” before it became a hit for Clarkson, showcasing her pop-rock style.
6. “10,000 Hours,” led by Dan + Shay with Justin Bieber, melded country vibes with pop, earning a Grammy award.
7. “Bonfire Heart,” achieved notable chart success across Europe, co-written by Blunt and OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder.
8. Anne-Marie’s “Heavy” was shaped by The Invisible Men, giving it a light and tropical essence compared to her other work.
9. The Saturdays’ “Disco Love” nods to the music of Donna Summer with addictive disco beats and playful lyrics.
10. Chris Brown’s “She Ain’t You” features samples from SWV and Michael Jackson, conveying a nostalgic R&B feel.
11. “Oh Cecilia (Breaking My Heart)” was spiced up by The Vamps and Mendes with a catchy Simon & Garfunkel chorus.
12. “Heartline” was enlivened by Jonas Blue’s production, achieving a respectable peak on the UK charts.
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