How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Calvin Harris, Jamiroquai, Bomfunk MC’s, Nelly Furtado, Aaron Carter, Armand Van Helden, Milky, Céline Dion, NSYNC, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Ms. Dynamite, Melanie C
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (37/52) BUT … in the Noughties 2000s.
1. What uncensored version of LL Cool J’s “The Boomin’ System” is only available where?
- A Album release
- B Single release
- C Music video
2. Which UK chart position did Rico’s song “Float” reach upon debut?
- A 90
- B 75
- C 45
3. What notable feature does the music video for Laura Bell Bundy’s “Giddy On Up” include?
- A Bath & Body Works reference
- B Beach party scenes
- C A Western film motif
4. In which country did Nelly Furtado’s “Turn Off the Light” not achieve a number one chart position?
- A New Zealand
- B Portugal
- C Australia
5. Which family member features in the song “I Want Candy” by Aaron Carter?
- A Sister
- B Brother
- C Cousin
6. What extracurricular version accompanied “Two Lovers” by The Twang?
- A Acoustic version
- B Orchestral mix
- C Remix by Mint Royale
7. Which iconic nightclub inspired the title of “Groovejet (If This Ain’t Love)”?
- A Pacha, Ibiza
- B Groove Jet, Miami
- C Studio 54, New York
8. In which movie was Céline Dion’s song “I’m Alive” featured?
- A Titanic
- B Stuart Little 2
- C Coyote Ugly
9. Which guitarist was approached to help compose for “Men in Black II” but declined?
- A Slash
- B Wes Borland
- C Jimmy Page
10. Who directed the music video for Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s “Take Me Home”?
- A Sophie Muller
- B Dave Meyers
- C Hype Williams
11. Which certification did Ms. Dynamite’s “Dy-Na-Mi-Tee” achieve in the UK?
- A Silver
- B Platinum
- C Gold
12. How many music videos were produced for Kanye West’s “Jesus Walks”?
- A One
- B Two
- C Three
For TWENTY FOUR more ‘Music For The Dancers’ – Vintage 2000s Music Videos – week 37/52 – click here and here
Tracklist
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1 . Calvin Harris – Merrymaking at My PlaceFeatured on the 2007 album “I Created Disco”.
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2 . Jamiroquai – Little LFeatured on the 2001 album “A Funk Odyssey“.
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3 . Bomfunk MC’s – FreestylerFeatured on the 1999 album “In Stereo”.
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4 . Nelly Furtado – Promiscuous (w/ Timbaland)Featured on the 2006 album “Loose“.
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5 . Aaron Carter – I Want CandyFeatured on the 2000 album “Aaron’s Party (Come Get It)”.
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6 . Armand Van Helden – I Want Your SoulFeatured on the 2007 album “Ghettoblaster”.
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7 . Milky – Just The Way You AreFeatured on the 2001 album “Star”.
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8 . Céline Dion – I’m AliveFeatured on the 2002 album “A New Day Has Come”.
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9 . NSYNC – It’s Gonna Be MeFeatured on the 2000 album “No Strings Attached”.
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10 . Sophie Ellis-Bextor – Take Me HomeFeatured on the 2001 album “Read My Lips”.
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11 . Ms. Dynamite – Dy~Na~Mi~TeeFeatured on the 2002 album “A Little Deeper”. |
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12 . Melanie C – I Turn To YouFeatured on the 2000 album “Northern Star”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The original uncensored version of “The Boomin’ System” is available only on the single release. All album versions feature two edited lines due to censorship.
2. “Float” by Rico debuted at position 90 on the UK charts. The track struggled to climb higher, despite having a music video.
3. Laura Bell Bundy’s “Giddy On Up” features a reference to Bath & Body Works. The video is theatrical with notable costume changes.
4. “Turn Off the Light” topped charts in New Zealand and Portugal, but only went platinum in Australia without reaching number one.
5. Aaron Carter’s brother, Nick Carter, features in “I Want Candy.” They discuss a girl named Candy in an opening phone call.
6. The Twang’s “Two Lovers” was released with a remix by Mint Royale. This version added electronic elements to enhance its appeal.
7. Groove Jet, a nightclub in Miami, inspired “Groovejet (If This Ain’t Love).” The club’s enthusiastic reception spurred the name choice.
8. Céline Dion’s “I’m Alive” was featured in the movie *Stuart Little 2*. This helped to boost its popularity, particularly among family audiences.
9. Wes Borland declined an offer to help compose for *Men in Black II*. His refusal was revealed in 2017, long after the film’s release.
10. Sophie Muller directed the video for “Take Me Home.” Known for high-fashion visuals, it complemented Ellis-Bextor’s style well.
11. “Dy-Na-Mi-Tee” by Ms. Dynamite achieved a Silver certification in the UK. The track sold 200,000 units, marking notable success.
12. Three music videos were produced for “Jesus Walks.” Kanye West funded the second and third from his own pocket, showing commitment.
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