How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Prince & The Revolution, Modern Talking, Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam, Simply Red, Run DMC, The Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin, Paul Rutherford, Bryan Ferry, Pet Shop Boys, Tina Turner, Prefab Sprout
They are the performers of twelve vintage dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (40/52) BUT … in the EIghties 80s.
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Tracklist
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1 . Prince & The Revolution – Girls & BoysFeatured on the 1986 album “Parade“.
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2 . Modern Talking – You Can Win If You WantFeatured on the 1985 album “The 1st Album”.
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3 . Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam – Lost In EmotionFeatured on the 1987 album “Spanish Fly”.
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4 . Simply Red – Come To My AidFeatured on the 1985 album “Picture Book“.
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5 . Run DMC – Walk This Way (w/ Aerosmith)Featured on the 1986 album “Raising Hell”.
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6 . The Rolling Stones – She’s So ColdFeatured on the 1980 album “Emotional Rescue“.
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7 . Aretha Franklin – It Isn’t It Wasn’t It Ain’t Never Gonna BeFeatured on the 1989 album “Through the Storm”.
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8 . Paul Rutherford – Get RealFeatured on the 1989 album “Oh World!”.
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9 . Bryan Ferry – Don’t Stop The DanceFeatured on the 1985 album “Boys and Girls“.
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10 . Pet Shop Boys – What Have I Done To Deserve ThisFeatured on the 1987 album “Actually“.
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11 . Tina Turner – Better Be Good To MeFeatured on the 1984 album “Private Dancer“. |
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12 . Prefab Sprout – Cars and GirlsFeatured on the 1988 album “From Langley Park to Memphis”.
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The funky grooves of “Under the Cherry Moon” spotlight Eric Leeds’ sax and even treat listeners to a bit of French dialogue. This flair helped the song make a lasting mark on Prince’s film project.
2. “You Can Win If You Want” served Modern Talking well, climbing charts with an irresistible optimism. Bohlen’s catchy lines made it a memorable piece of the duo’s debut album.
3. Jon Small brought “Lost in Emotion” to life visually on the streets of Harlem. This video paired perfectly with the track’s storyline, further securing its success.
4. “Come To My Aid” echoed in high places when Hucknall performed it for the UN. The song’s themes of aid and division resonated on a global platform.
5. “Walk This Way” crossed genre divides thanks to Run-DMC and Aerosmith. This unlikely combo led to a hit that reshaped the future of both rap and rock music.
6. “She’s So Cold” got a dual-version release due to its icy lyrical candor. Rolling Stones fans received cooler-than-ice treatments through its lively promotion.
7. Hip-hop beats and rhythmic blends freshened up the duet “It Isn’t, It Wasn’t, It Ain’t Never Gonna Be.” This divided airwaves while appealing to a broad spectrum of listeners.
8. “Get Real” defied norms with Paul Rutherford’s desert-themed video and eventual BBC ban. Restrictions aside, it retained its cultural curiosity.
9. Bryan Ferry’s “Don’t Stop the Dance” video weaved through time with vintage and stylized imagery, providing fans with variety and a touch of elegance.
10. The catchy chorus of “What Have I Done to Deserve This?” captivated listeners, making it a chart-topper and a notable collaboration in the synth-pop realm.
11. “Better Be Good to Me,” empowered by Tina Turner’s vocals, earned her a Grammy. This track stood out on *Private Dancer* and carried enough rhythm for MTV and movies alike.
12. “Cars and Girls” subtly nudged at Springsteen’s storytelling. Prefab Sprout crafted a classic that, while chart-limited, managed lasting appeal through its lyrics and sounds.
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