How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Chris Malinchak, LMFAO, Cardi B, Craig David & Sigala, Clean Bandit, Galantis, Jason Derulo & David Guetta, Calvin Harris, Avicii, BTS, Gorgon City, Inna
They are the performers of twelve twelve dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (35/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. Which two artists collaborated on the 2014 single identified as “Chris Malinchak feat. Mikky Ekko”?
- A Calvin Harris and Rihanna
- B Chris Malinchak and Mikky Ekko
- C Jason Derulo and Nicki Minaj
2. Which music video, featuring a running length of approximately 3:24, was directed by Mickey Finnegan?
- A “Sorry for Party Rocking” by LMFAO
- B “Where Have You Been” by Rihanna
- C “Party Rock Anthem” by LMFAO
3. What sample is prominently featured in the 2018 track by Cardi B, Bad Bunny, and J Balvin?
- A “I Like It Like That” by Tony Pabón
- B “Time to Say Goodbye” by Andrea Bocelli
- C “We Found Love” by Calvin Harris
4. Who is the UK DJ that collaborated with Craig David on a 2016 single?
- A Sigala
- B Calvin Harris
- C David Guetta
5. What was unique about the vocal recording process for the Clean Bandit and Demi Lovato collaboration?
- A Recorded on separate continents
- B Conducted through FaceTime
- C Featured live in the studio
6. Which 2015 track features uncredited vocals by Martina Sorbara and samples Bettye Swann?
- A A song by Chris Malinchak
- B A track by Galantis
- C A remix by David Guetta
7. Which multilingual composition by Jason Derulo and David Guetta includes elements of “Time to Say Goodbye”?
- A “Goodbye”
- B “Time of Our Lives”
- C “Say It Again”
8. Who used the pseudonym Nils Sjöberg in songwriting credits for a 2016 Calvin Harris track with Rihanna?
- A Taylor Swift
- B Katy Perry
- C Lady Gaga
9. What notable feature distinguishes the 2011 progressive house track that samples Etta James?
- A Its melody
- B Its hefty bassline
- C Its sampling of a 1962 recording
10. Which BTS single released in 2018 includes a bonus version featuring Nicki Minaj?
- A “Map of the Soul”
- B “Love Yourself: Answer”
- C “Idol”
11. Which duo collaborated with ROMANS for an August 2015 track?
- A Disclosure
- B Gorgon City
- C The Chainsmokers
12. What location featured prominently in the music video for the 2009 single recorded for the album “Hot”?
- A Miami Beach
- B The Sahara Desert
- C Atlantic coast near Lisbon
Tracklist
1 . Chris Malinchak – Stranger (w/ Mikky Ekko) |
‘Can you see my love on the other side?’
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2 . LMFAO – Sexy And I Know It |
‘This is how I roll, come on, ladies, it’s time to go’
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| The music video for LMFAO’s “Sexy And I Know It,” directed by Mickey Finnegan and shot in Venice, California, complements the song’s dance-pop vibes and tongue-in-cheek lyrics about body confidence. The track is catchy but has been criticized for its repetitive and somewhat embarrassing lyrics, particularly the overused pre-chorus. Celebrity cameos from Wilmer Valderrama, Simon Rex, and Ron Jeremy add an additional risqué element to the video. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Sorry for Party Rocking”. |
3 . Cardi B – I Like It (w/ Bad Bunny & J Balvin) |
‘Como Celia Cruz tengo el azúcar (Azúca’)’
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| The music video, filmed in Little Havana, Miami and directed by Eif Rivera, for “I Like It,” a track from Cardi B’s debut album features J Balvin and Bad Bunny. Cardi B appears visibly pregnant, exuding style and confidence, donned in jewel tones and statement jewelry. The video also showcases various Latin American cultural elements, including vibrant street scenes and parties, with nods to Latin heritage, from sampling a ’60s boogaloo classic. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “Invasion of Privacy”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Craig David & Sigala – Ain’t Giving Up |
| Craig David’s collaboration with UK producer Sigala for “Ain’t Giving Up,” is a contemporary dance anthem, fitting into both artists’ genre of upbeat, chart-topping hits. Not for the viewers prone to motion sickness, the music video is unique in that it employs 360-degree cameras, capturing David as he performs the song while walking in circles around a room. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Following My Intuition”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Clean Bandit – Solo (w/ Demi Lovato) |
‘Cause, baby, you’re The only one I’m comin’ for’
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| Clean Bandit have collaborated via FaceTime due to geographical distance, with Demi Lovato in their track “Solo,” which digs into themes of self-love, post-breakup liberation and even masturbation. Departing from their comfort zone, the group sidelines violins for a more electro, sunny vibe. |
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6 . Galantis – Peanut Butter Jelly |
| Directed by Dano Cerny and kicking off with group members Christian “Bloodshy” Karlsson and Linus Eklöw, the music video for Galantis’ “Peanut Butter Jelly” transforms a mundane grocery store trip into an electrifying dance party and that includes flashy bodysuits, dollar bills shower from cash registers, and LED-lit hula hoops and roller skates. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Pharmacy”. |
7 . Jason Derulo & David Guetta – Goodbye (w/ Nicki Minaj & Willy William) |
‘How gal bright suh, but dem eyes dim’
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| Directed by Derulo, David Strbik and Jeremy Strong, the music video for “Goodbye,” a collaboration between Jason Derulo, Nicki Minaj, David Guetta, and Willy William, tells a convoluted and somewhat incoherent story of romance and misunderstandings. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “7”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Calvin Harris – This Is What You Came For (w/ Rihanna) |
| The music video for “This Is What You Came For” by Calvin Harris featuring Rihanna is a vibrant, futuristic spectacle that complements the song’s uptempo, EDM-inspired beat. The song’s lyrics explore the euphoria of being in love. |
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9 . Avicii – Levels |
‘Oh, sometimes I get a good feeling, yeah’
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| Avicii’s “Levels” is a seminal EDM track, notable for its irresistibly potent hook, iconic melody, punchy beats, and high-energy synths that create a euphoric dance atmosphere. The track samples Etta James’ 1962 hit “Something’s Got a Hold on Me.” |
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10 . BTS – Idol |
| BTS’s music video for “Idol” is a vibrant, high-energy spectacle featuring the band’s signature choreography set against a kaleidoscopic backdrop. It pays homage to traditional Korean culture, with the members chanting “ursoo” and switching between casual leisurewear and traditional hanboks, a Korean garment. It also incorporates wild graphics, including giraffes, fireworks, and even a giant shark. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “Love Yourself: Answer”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . Gorgon City – Saving My Life (w/ Romans) |
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12 . Inna – Amazing |
‘I was somewhere, I feel you around’
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| The music video for Romanian singer Inna’s “Amazing” with its “Baywatch” references, was shot in the span of two days, by Tom Boxer in late August 2009 at a beach of the Atlantic ocean and near Lisbon, Portugal. |
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Featured on the 2009 album “Hot”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The 2014 single pairs Chris Malinchak with Mikky Ekko. The collaboration’s title reflects this artist duo and appears in official listings.
2. The music video for “Party Rock Anthem” by LMFAO spans about 3:24, crafted under Mickey Finnegan’s direction, contributing to its viral acclaim.
3. Cardi B, Bad Bunny, and J Balvin’s 2018 hit adeptly samples “I Like It Like That” by Tony Pabón, threading cultural and rhythmic threads through modern trap.
4. Sigala teamed up with Craig David in 2016 for a single, continuing his engagement with the UK’s electronic music scene, notably “Following My Intuition”.
5. The Clean Bandit and Demi Lovato song incorporated technology, as Lovato’s vocals were recorded via FaceTime due to scheduling constraints.
6. “Peanut Butter Jelly” by Galantis in 2015 features Sorbara’s uncredited vocals and benefits from the essence of Bettye Swann’s earlier work.
7. Derulo and Guetta’s track “Goodbye” blends diverse influences, including “Time to Say Goodbye,” enhancing its global appeal at the 2018 MTV EMAs.
8. Taylor Swift discreetly used the name Nils Sjöberg in her songwriting credits for the Calvin Harris and Rihanna track released in 2016.
9. The EDM track famously samples Etta James’s emotive 1962 recording, found prominently in a 2011 release, grounding it in nostalgic roots.
10. “Idol” by BTS includes a digital bonus version featuring Nicki Minaj, adding lyrical depth to the original release from the “Love Yourself” series.
11. Gorgon City and ROMANS produced a notable track in August 2015, merging electronic beats with the soulful touch of ROMANS’ vocals.
12. The Atlantic coast near Lisbon provided the visual backdrop for the 2009 video tied to the album “Hot,” featuring a seaside rescue narrative.
For THE FULL ‘MUSIC FOR THE DANCERS’ COLLECTION click here
NB . You may wonder what are these “Quotes” attached to certain photos above. Well! For a specific song, we select a still image from the video on one side and choose a lyric from the song on the other side. We ensure that the lyric has a connection to the image, although sometimes the connection may be far-fetched or based on a double entendre, creating a humorous or meme-like combination when the two are merged together. Et voilà!
Dance Quotes • Can you see my love on the other side? (Chris Malinchak) • This is how I roll, come on, ladies, it’s time to go (LMFAO) • Como Celia Cruz tengo el azúcar (Azúca’) (Cardi B) • Cause, baby, you’re The only one I’m comin’ for (Clean Bandit) • How gal bright suh, but dem eyes dim (Jason Derulo & David Guetta) • Oh, sometimes I get a good feeling, yeah (Avicii) • I was somewhere, I feel you around (Inna)
Musicwise : Dance Pop, Edm, Electronic, Hip Pop, House, K-Pop, Nu Disco, Pop, R&B, Rap, Urban Contemporary, Urbano Latino
