How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Delilah, Kodaline, Ed Sheeran, Julia Michaels, Haim, The Calling, Ali Gatie, Zedd, Alessia Cara, Nicole Scherzinger, Sheryl Crow, Beyoncé, Ceelo Green
They are the performers of twelve love songs that ranked in various charts, this week (30/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
For TWELVE more ‘L’Amour Toujours’ – 2010s Music Videos – week 30/52 – click here
Tracklist
1 . Delilah – Breathe |
| The music video is directed by Institute For Eyes. |
 |
Featured on the 2012 album “From the Roots Up”. |
2 . Kodaline – High Hopes |
| The music video is directed by Stevie Russell. |
|
|
Featured on the 2013 album “In a Perfect World”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Ed Sheeran – Happier |
| The music video is directed by Emil Nava. |
|
|
Featured on the 2017 album “Divide“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Julia Michaels – Heaven |
| The music video is directed by Sophie Muller. |
|
|
Featured on the 2018 album “Fifty Shades Freed (Original Soundtrack)”. |
5 . Haim – Want You Back |
| The music video is directed by Jake Schreier. |
|
|
Featured on the 2017 album “Something to Tell You”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . The Calling – Wherever You Will Go |
| The music video is directed by Gregory Dark. |
|
|
Featured on the 2001 album “Camino Palmero”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Ali Gatie – It’s You |
| The music video is directed by Nathan R. Smith. |
|
|
|
8 . Zedd, Alessia Cara – Stay |
| The music video is directed by Tim Mattia. |
|
|
|
9 . Nicole Scherzinger – Your Love |
| The music video is directed by Dawn Shadforth. |
|
|
|
10 . Sheryl Crow – Easy |
| The music video is directed by Trey Fanjoy. |
|
|
Featured on the 2013 album “Feels Like Home”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . Beyoncé – All Night |
| The music video is directed by Kahlil Joseph. |
|
|
Featured on the 2016 album “Lemonade“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . CeeLo Green – I Want You [Hold On To Love] |
|
|
Featured on the 2010 album “The Lady Killer”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Emalkay’s remix of “Breathe” added a dramatic flair suitable for the trailer of Dynamo: Magician Impossible. Warner Music embraced strategic exposure opportunities for this single.
2. Kodaline’s “High Hopes” lent its emotional depth to the trailer of “Love, Rosie.” Its indie charm resonated with the film’s themes.
3. Composed in C major, “Happier” by Ed Sheeran tugs at heartstrings with simple yet powerful chord progressions. This musical choice complements the song’s melancholic tone.
4. In “Heaven,” Julia Michaels juxtaposes virtue and vice, highlighting, “They say all good boys go to heaven, but bad boys bring heaven to you.” A classic trope flipped with a musical twist.
5. Haim strutted down Ventura Boulevard for the “Want You Back” music video, bringing pedestrian pop-rock flair to the famed street.
6. “Wherever You Will Go” by The Calling found cinematic synergy in “Coyote Ugly,” enhancing its narrative with anthemic rock vibes.
7. Profound love sparked a rapid creative process for Ali Gatie, who penned “It’s You” in an expedited 15 minutes, proving inspiration knows no timetable.
8. Zedd and Alessia Cara’s “Stay” samples Banks’ track “Poltergeist,” infusing electronic echoes into its dance-pop framework. This nod to Banks enhances the track’s atmospheric vibe.
9. Nicole Scherzinger employs a sultry, whispered vocal style in “Your Love,” weaving a sonic allure reminiscent of her rhythmic roots.
10. Sheryl Crow transitioned into country with “Easy,” embracing twang while addressing nostalgic travel-free retreats. Her staycation tune found its place on the country charts.
11. Beyoncé’s “All Night” samples “SpottieOttieDopaliscious” by OutKast, infusing the track with a distinctive, deep groove. This marriage of sounds underscores relational themes.
12. CeeLo Green’s song reverberated through French TV, where his neo-soul style captivated audiences. His performances are a nod to soul’s timeless evolution.
For THE FULL ‘L’AMOUR TOUJOURS’ COLLECTION click here
