How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Meghan Trainor, Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Hozier, Taylor Swift, Arctic Monkeys, Lily Allen, Little Mix, George Ezra, One Direction, Laura Mvula, Birdy
They are the performers of twelve “live” music videos that ranked in various charts, this week (10/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. Which Swedish producer collaborated with Lily Allen on “Air Balloon”?
- A Max Martin
- B Shellback
- C Avicii
2. Which classical piece is sampled in Little Mix’s “Little Me”?
- A Beethoven’s Symphony No.9
- B Mozart’s Requiem
- C Fauré’s Pavane
3. Who lip-syncs in George Ezra’s “Listen to the Man” music video?
- A Sir Patrick Stewart
- B Sir Ian McKellen
- C Sir Anthony Hopkins
4. Which One Direction member co-wrote “Night Changes”?
- A Harry Styles
- B Louis Tomlinson
- C Zayn Malik
5. Where was the music video for “Green Garden” by Laura Mvula filmed?
- A Descanso Gardens
- B Kew Gardens
- C Brooklyn Botanic Garden
6. Which indie band originally released “People Help the People” before Birdy covered it?
- A Arctic Monkeys
- B The Kooks
- C Cherry Ghost
7. Whose song influenced Bruno Mars’s “Treasure”?
- A Prince
- B Breakbot
- C Stevie Wonder
8. “Rude” by Magic! topped the charts in which country?
- A Australia
- B United States
- C Canada
9. Which musical style contributes to Train’s “Mermaid” sound?
- A Salsa
- B Reggae
- C Jazz
10. What genre describes Demi Lovato’s “Remember December”?
- A Pop rock
- B Synth-pop
- C Country pop
11. Which track was Catfish and the Bottlemen’s first Gold single?
- A Cocoon
- B Kathleen
- C Soundcheck
12. “Never Say Never” by Justin Bieber features which other artist?
- A Cody Simpson
- B Jaden Smith
- C Sean Kingston
Tracklist
1 . Meghan Trainor – Lips Are Movin |
| The music video is directed by Philip Andelman. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Title”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Rihanna – Rude Boy |
| The music video is directed by Melina Matsoukas. |
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Featured on the 2009 album “Rated R“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Justin Bieber – One Time |
| The music video is directed by Vashtie Kola. |
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Featured on the 2009 album “My World”. |
4 . Hozier – Almost [Sweet Music] |
| The music video is directed by Blythe Thomas. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Wasteland, Baby!”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Taylor Swift – 22 |
| The music video is directed by Anthony Mandler. |
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Featured on the 2021 album “Red”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Arctic Monkeys – R U Mine? |
| The music video is directed by Focus Creeps. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Am“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Lily Allen – Air Balloon |
| The music video is directed by That Go (Noel Paul & Stefan Moore). |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Sheezus”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Little Mix – Little Me |
| The music video is directed by Julien Christian Lutz. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Salute”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
9 . George Ezra – Listen To The Man |
| The music video is directed by Rob Brandon. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Wanted on Voyage”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . One Direction – Night Changes |
| The music video is directed by Ben Winston. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Four”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . Laura Mvula – Green Garden |
| The music video is directed by Wendy Morgan. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Sing to the Moon”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Birdy – People Help The People |
| The music video is directed by Huse Monfaradi / Chris Hopewell. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Birdy”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Air Balloon” was co-written by Lily Allen and Swedish producer Shellback. Known for working with Taylor Swift and Britney Spears, Shellback brought a playful touch to the song.
2. “Little Me” by Little Mix samples Gabriel Fauré’s “Pavane,” adding a touch of classical flair to an inspiring pop anthem.
3. Sir Ian McKellen stars in the music video for “Listen to the Man,” cheekily lip-syncing George Ezra’s lyrics in Barcelona.
4. Louis Tomlinson co-wrote “Night Changes,” a hit single from One Direction’s fourth album “Four,” contributing to its reflective lyrics.
5. The “Green Garden” video by Laura Mvula showcases Descanso Gardens in California, offering serene visuals to match the song’s uplifting vibe.
6. “People Help the People” was originally by Cherry Ghost. Birdy’s piano-driven cover became an international success.
7. Bruno Mars’s “Treasure” was influenced by Breakbot’s “Baby I’m Yours,” earning additional writing credits for its retro disco sound.
8. “Rude” by Magic! topped the charts in the United States, marking a major breakthrough for the Canadian band.
9. Train’s “Mermaid” incorporates reggae elements, giving the song an island feel with its rhythmic guitars and percussion.
10. Demi Lovato’s “Remember December” stands out with its synth-pop sound, marking a shift from her typical pop rock style.
11. “Soundcheck” by Catfish and the Bottlemen became their first Gold-certified single, highlighting the band’s growing popularity.
12. “Never Say Never” features a collaboration with Jaden Smith, aligning with the themes of “The Karate Kid” film’s youthful spirit.
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