How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Major Lazer, Sigala, Galantis & Hook N Sling, Robin Schulz, Bruno Mars, Omi, Loud Luxury, Meduza, Becky Hill, Goodboys, Ellie Goulding, Madeon, Bad Bunny & Drake, Otto Knows
They are the performers of twelve twelve dance tunes that were ranked in various charts, this week (42/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. Which artist is featured in the remixed version of Major Lazer’s “Light It Up”?
- A Baby K
- B Fuse ODG
- C Vula Malinga
2. Sigala’s debut single includes an interpolation from which famous group’s song?
- A The Jackson 5
- B The Beatles
- C ABBA
3. Which temples in Thailand were featured in the music video for Galantis and Hook n Sling’s collaboration?
- A Wat Arun and Wat Pho
- B Wat Tham Sue and Wat Tham Khao Noi
- C Wat Traimit and Wat Suthat
4. Which 2003 single is interpolated in Robin Schulz’s “Sugar”?
- A “Suga Suga” by Baby Bash
- B “Get Busy” by Sean Paul
- C “Right Thurr” by Chingy
5. What material is referenced in the title of a party anthem by this artist, pointing to opulence?
- A Diamonds
- B Platinum
- C 24 Karat Gold
6. What was the nationality of the DJ who remixed OMI’s “Cheerleader” turning it into a hit?
- A German
- B French
- C British
7. Which city’s nickname is lyrically referenced in a Loud Luxury single?
- A The Big Apple
- B The Six
- C The Windy City
8. In which key is the Meduza, Becky Hill, and Goodboys track composed?
- A C minor
- B D major
- C G minor
9. Name the studio where Ellie Goulding’s “Something in the Way You Move” was recorded.
- A Sunset Sound
- B Abbey Road
- C Echo Studio
10. On which game soundtrack did Madeon’s “The City” feature?
- A Grand Theft Auto V
- B Need for Speed: Most Wanted
- C FIFA 12
11. Which Canadian rapper collaborated with Bad Bunny on a Spanish-language track?
- A Drake
- B The Weeknd
- C Tory Lanez
12. In which country was the music video for Otto Knows’ “Million Voices” filmed?
- A France
- B Sweden
- C Germany
Tracklist
1 . Major Lazer – Light It Up (w/ Nyla & Fuse Odg) |
| Directed by Sam Pilling and shot in Ghana, the music video for Major Lazer’s “Light It Up” remix by London-based DJ Fuse ODG, featuring Jamaican singer Nyla, immerses in Ghanaian culture. Pilling chose Ghana for its authentic aesthetic, aligning with Fuse ODG’s heritage. The video explores traditional Ghanaian funeral ceremonies, symbolizing communal resilience against sorrow. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Peace Is the Mission”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Sigala – Easy Love |
‘ABC is easy it’s like counting up to three’
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| The track “Easy Love” by Sigala, real name Bruce Fielder, brings a sample of the iconic Jackson 5 song “ABC” to dancefloors. The accompanying music video, shot in Los Angeles and directed by Craig Moore, features the dynamic Canadian-Filipino dance duo, Lucky Aces. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “Brighter Days”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Galantis & Hook N Sling – Love On Me |
| Incorporating a disco groove, Caribbean rhythms and fuzzy vocal effects, “Love On Me” by Swedish duo Galantis and Australian producer Hook N Sling exudes euphoria akin to their earlier hit “Peanut Butter Jelly.” Directed by Dano Cerny and filmed in a Thailand temple, the music video transforms a colorfully-clad Tibetan monk troupe into a psychedelic spectacle. |
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Featured on the 2017 album “The Aviary”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Robin Schulz – Sugar (w/ Francesco Yates) |
‘Charmin’, allurin’, everyone’s desire’
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| With “Sugar,” German DJ Robin Schulz, renowned for transforming classic hits with modern beats, revamps “Suga Suga” by Baby Bash from 2003 and adds the vocals of Canadian singer Francesco Yates. The music video, directed by Zak Stoltz, features comedian Nathan Barnatt as a dancing cop. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Sugar”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Bruno Mars – 24K Magic |
‘First, take your sip (Sip), do your dip (Dip)’
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| Co-produced by The Stereotypes and featuring a talkbox intro by Byron Manard Chambers, “24K Magic” by Bruno Mars revisits the disco-funk era, with a nod to 70s/80s Dayton funk and 90s West Coast hip-hop. Filmed in Las Vegas and directed by Bruno Mars alongside Cameron Duddy, the music video for “24K Magic” captures Mars and his entourage amidst the iconic Bellagio and Fremont Hotel and Casino fountains. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “24K Magic”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Omi – Cheerleader [Felix Jaehn Remix] |
‘She is always right there when I need her’
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| Remixed by German DJ Felix Jaehn, “Cheerleader” by Jamaican singer OMI celebrates a supportive dream woman (and yes, it sounds like an old cliché). The beach-themed music video directed by Lenny Bass and shot at Haulover Beach, Florida, encapsulates a cheerful dance vibe amidst a scenic beach backdrop. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Me 4 U”. |
7 . Loud Luxury – Body (w/ Brando) |
| In “Body,” Canadian duo Loud Luxury, comprising Andrew Fedyk and Joe Depace, collaborates with American singer Brando. |
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8 . Meduza, Becky Hill, Goodboys – Lose Control |
‘Can you be the one to hold and not let me go?’
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| Meduza, an Italian production trio, collaborates with UK pop artist Becky Hill and duo Goodboys on “Lose Control,” a melodic house and dance track. The music video, directed by duo Grandmas and shot amidst the eerie backdrop of abandoned chateaux in Burj Al Babas, Turkey, portrays a group uniting to celebrate as the day fades. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Get to Know”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
9 . Ellie Goulding – Something In The Way You Move |
| Backed by a steady beat and a tender piano, the lyrics of Ellie Goulding’s “Something In The Way You Move,” narrates the ill-fated allure towards someone despite knowing better. The black and white music video, directed by Emil Nava, has Ellie Goulding showcasing the 2017 Spring-Summer collection by German footwear retailers Deichmann. This could be considered as a strange assemblage until you realize that you need shoes to dance. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “Delirium”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . Madeon – The City |
‘We can dance like there’s no tomorrow’
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| Featuring LA-based vocalist Zak Waters, “The City” is a dance track by French producer Madeon, born Hugo Pierre Leclercq. It is featured in EA Sports’ NHL 15 and Need for Speed: Most Wanted. |
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11 . Bad Bunny & Drake – Mia |
‘You have every guy’s attention’
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| In the song “Mia,” Drake collaborates with Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny, delivering a proclamation to a mystery lover, highlighted by the chorus “Dile que tú eres mía, mía / Tú sabe’ que eres mía, mía” translating to “Tell them that you are mine, mine / You know you are mine, mine.” The sensually charged music video, directed by Fernando Lugo, showcases Drake and Bad Bunny enjoying a vibrant neighborhood party, mingling with beautiful dancers, and engaging in a friendly domino game. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “X 100pre”. |
12 . Otto Knows – Million Voices |
| For “A Million Voices,” Swedish DJ Otto Knows uses voice samples from a pack to create the repetitive vocal element immersed in the progressive house genre. The accompanying music video is directed by Nicolas Davenel and shot in Lésigny, France. |
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And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The remixed edition of “Light It Up” features Fuse ODG alongside Nyla. Nyla originally laid down her vocal tracks in 2014, with Fuse ODG joining the line-up in 2015.
2. Sigala’s debut hit borrows a riff from The Jackson 5’s “ABC.” The tropical house track shot up UK charts, tapping into familiar nostalgic beats.
3. The video for Galantis and Hook n Sling’s track was filmed in Wat Tham Sue and Wat Tham Khao Noi, offering a visually vivid experience.
4. Robin Schulz’s “Sugar” pays homage to “Suga Suga” by Baby Bash, blending old-school vibes with tropical house flair.
5. Bruno Mars flaunts wealth in “24K Magic,” referencing the lavish allure of pure gold, creating an anthem of bling and opulence.
6. The chart-topping remix of “Cheerleader” was crafted by German DJ Felix Jaehn, who transformed it from reggae fusion to tropical deep house.
7. “The Six,” Toronto’s famous nickname, finds a lyrical mention in Loud Luxury’s track, illustrating a deep-rooted connection to the city.
8. The Meduza, Becky Hill, and Goodboys track is written in C minor, featuring a catchy chord progression that makes it a dance floor favorite.
9. Ellie Goulding recorded “Something in the Way You Move” at Echo Studio in Los Angeles, delivering her signature electrifying sound.
10. Madeon’s “The City” made its way onto the soundtrack for Need for Speed: Most Wanted, adding energy to high-octane race chases.
11. Bad Bunny teamed up with Drake for a track in which Drake impressively performs in Spanish, as part of Bad Bunny’s debut album.
12. Otto Knows’ “Million Voices” was visualized in picturesque Lésigny, France, mixing scenic views with rhythmic dance beats.
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 • ABC is easy it’s like counting up to three (Sigala) • Charmin’, allurin’, everyone’s desire (Robin Schulz) • First, take your sip (Sip), do your dip (Dip) (Bruno Mars) • She is always right there when I need her (Omi) • Can you be the one to hold and not let me go? (Meduza, Becky Hill, Goodboys) • We can dance like there’s no tomorrow (Madeon) • You have every guy’s attention (Bad Bunny & Drake ) •
Music-wise : Urbano Latino, Tropical House, Reggaeton, Progressive Electro House, Pop House, Pop Dance, Hip Hop, German Dance, Electropop, Electro House, Deep House
