‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°112 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.

The subjects du jour are : Bridgit Mendler, Haim, Sigrid, Olly Murs, Shawn Mendes, The Band Perry, Daisy Dares You, Taylor Swift, The Wanted, Freya Ridings, Jason Mraz, George Michael

They are the performers of twelve “live” music videos that ranked in various charts, this week (13/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.

QUIZ QUESTIONS

1. Which royal couple is mentioned in Bridgit Mendler’s debut solo single?

  • A Prince Charles and Camilla
  • B Prince William and Kate Middleton
  • C Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

2. Which Haim sister takes on lead vocals for the song from “Days Are Gone”?

  • A Alana Haim
  • B Este Haim
  • C Danielle Haim

3. For which album was Sigrid’s 2019 pop track released as a single?

  • A “Sucker Punch”
  • B “Solitude”
  • C “Supernatural”

4. In which location is Olly Murs’ music video for his second single set?

  • A A stadium
  • B An underground car park
  • C A beach

5. How is Shawn Mendes’ music video set primarily staged?

  • A Singing in a forest
  • B Performing at a concert
  • C Singing on the floor with changing surroundings

6. What is depicted in the lyrics of The Band Perry’s single about funerals?

  • A Ballet dancers
  • B Bed of roses and satin
  • C A carousel

7. Which family member does Daisy Dares You refer to in her debut single?

  • A Her father
  • B Her cousin
  • C Her sister

8. What motif is linked to Taylor Swift’s contribution to *The Hunger Games* soundtrack?

  • A A locket
  • B A mockingjay
  • C A pearl

9. What charitable cause was supported by The Wanted’s lead single from their album?

  • A UNICEF
  • B Comic Relief
  • C Red Cross

10. Who directed the music video for Freya Ridings’ fourth single?

  • A David Yates
  • B Lena Headey
  • C Garth Jennings

11. Jason Mraz’s “I Won’t Give Up” features which musical characteristic?

  • A A fast tempo
  • B A key of E major
  • C A synthesized beat

12. Which unique structural feature does George Michael’s cover of “True Faith” omit compared to the original?

  • A The title phrase
  • B The outro
  • C The chorus

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Tracklist

1 . Bridgit Mendler – Ready Or Not
The music video is directed by Philip Andelman.

Featured on the 2010 album “Hello My Name Is…”.

Lyrics >> More by the same : Instagram

2 . Haim – If I Could Change Your Mind
The music video is directed by Warren Fu.

Featured on the 2016 album “Days Are Gone”.

Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site

3 . Sigrid – Don’t Feel Like Crying
The music video is directed by Zhang + Knight.

Featured on the 2014 album “Sucker Punch”.

Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site

4 . Olly Murs – Army Of Two
The music video is directed by Vaughan Arnell.

Featured on the 2012 album “Right Place Right Time”.

Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site

5 . Shawn Mendes – In My Blood
The music video is directed by Jay Martin.

Featured on the 2013 album “Shawn Mendes”.

Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site

6 . The Band Perry – If I Die Young
The music video is directed by David McClister.

Featured on the 2019 album “The Band Perry”.

Lyrics >> More by the same : Instagram

7 . Daisy Dares You – Number One Enemy (w/ Chipmunk)
The music video is directed by Jasmine De Silva.

Featured on the 2012 album “Number One Enemy”.

Lyrics >> More by the same : Wikipedia

8 . Taylor Swift – Safe & Sound
The music video is directed by Philip Andelman.

Featured on the 2018 album “The Hunger Games: Songs from District 12 and Beyond”.

Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site

9 . The Wanted – Gold Forever
The music video is directed by Nigel Dick.

Featured on the 2010 album “The Wanted”.

Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site

10 . Freya Ridings – You Mean The World To Me
The music video is directed by Lena Headey.

Featured on the 2010 album “Freya Ridings”.

Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site

11 . Jason Mraz – I Won’t Give Up
The music video is directed by Mark Pellington.

Featured on the 2012 album “Love Is a Four Letter Word”.

Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site

12 . George Michael – True Faith
The music video is directed by Philippe Decouflé.

Featured on the 2012 album “True Faith”.

Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site

And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:

1. Prince William and Kate Middleton make a casual cameo in Bridgit Mendler’s pop debut. Their mention adds a touch of royal intrigue to the lyrics.

2. Danielle Haim steps into the spotlight with her vocal prowess. Her role aligns with her typical band duties.

3. “Sucker Punch” serves as the stage for Sigrid’s catchy single. The track embodies the youthful pop vibe of her debut effort.

4. Olly Murs dances through an underground car park. The video’s setting emphasizes a cloned camaraderie.

5. Shawn Mendes lies on the floor while scenery shifts. This concept forms the core of his visually intriguing video.

6. The Band Perry’s lyrics feature satin and roses, painting an ornate picture. The single reflects traditional themes of love and loss.

7. Daisy Dares You addresses her sister as the narrative’s antagonist. The sibling dynamic adds spice to the song’s plot.

8. Swift’s song for *The Hunger Games* prominently features the mockingjay. This symbol ties the lyrics to character themes in the series.

9. The Wanted’s single supported Comic Relief, intertwining pop with philanthropy. It also offered a new version posthumously honoring Tom Parker.

10. Lena Headey directed Freya Ridings’ music video. The project paired her with Maisie Williams, both Game of Thrones alumni.

11. Jason Mraz’s “I Won’t Give Up” showcases a key of E major. A slow tempo and acoustic flair define its sentimental appeal.

12. George Michael’s cover skips the original’s title phrase. His rendition was a bold, yet charitable, rendition choice.

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