How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Pitbull, Sage The Gemini, Kesha, Clean Bandit, Jax Jones, Sigala & Digital Farm Animals, will.i.am, Blinkie, Kygo, Steve Aoki & Louis Tomlinson, Lil Uzi Vert, David Guetta
They are the performers of twelve twelve dance tunes that ranked in various charts, this week () BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. What inspired the creation of Pitbull’s track “Don’t Stop the Party”?
- A A dream about a yacht
- B A sample from “Funky Kingston”
- C A Miami beach party
2. How is variety highlighted in Sage the Gemini’s “Now and Later”?
- A Use of 31 candy flavors
- B Multiple remixes of the song
- C Different music video versions
3. Why was Kesha’s “Die Young” temporarily removed from some U.S. radio stations?
- A It wasn’t charting
- B Lyrics about living fully
- C Technical issues
4. Which innovative music style is Clean Bandit known for in “A+E”?
- A Jazz-infused house
- B Classical-dance fusion
- C Rock-electronic blend
5. What feature does Jax Jones’ “You Don’t Know Me” borrow from another track?
- A A keyboard riff
- B A bassline sample
- C A vocal harmony
6. What signifies the success of Sigala and Digital Farm Animals’ “Only One” in the UK?
- A Platinum certification
- B Gold certification
- C Silver certification
7. Which of the following was a creative contributor to the song by will.i.am and Britney Spears?
- A Jean Baptiste
- B Mark Ralph
- C Dr. Luke
8. What is the central theme of Blinkie’s track “Don’t Give Up (On Love)”?
- A A journey
- B Perseverance in love
- C Adventure
9. Where was Kygo and Maty Noyes’ music video, depicting an imbalanced relationship, filmed?
- A Oslo
- B Los Angeles
- C A digital studio
10. In what key is Steve Aoki and Louis Tomlinson’s “Just Hold On” composed?
- A C major
- B A major
- C B major
11. What marks the video style for Lil Uzi Vert’s “Futsal Shuffle 2020”?
- A Animated elements
- B Documentary style
- C Grayscale
12. How is the narrative of David Guetta’s music video visually told?
- A Through animation
- B Stop-motion photography
- C Filmed with live actors
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Tracklist
1 . Pitbull – Don’t Stop The Party (w/ TJR) |
‘As a matter fact, you should thank me’
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| Incorporating samples from the song “Funky Kingston” by Toots and the Maytals, replayed by Mark Summers at Scorccio Sample Replays, Pitbull’s “Don’t Stop the Party” featuring TJR, is a dynamic and energetic track. The lyrics written by Pitbull (Armando C. Perez), TJR (T.J. Rozdilsky), Jose Garcia, Jorge Martinez, Warwick Lyn, and Frederick Hibbert, embody a high-energy theme and by referencing various global locations, they emphasize the international appeal of the song. The music video, directed by David Rosseau, features Pitbull on a yacht surrounded by a vibrant party atmosphere. The song has also found a place in sports and popular culture. Various sports teams, including the Florida Panthers, St. Louis Blues, Orlando Solar Bears, Los Angeles Chargers, and the Chicago White Sox, have used “Don’t Stop the Party” in various capacities, ranging from goal songs to victory celebrations. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Global Warming”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Sage The Gemini – Now And Later |
‘If ya heart was in a bank, I’d rob it just to prove it’
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| Sage the Gemini’s “Now and Later,” released as the lead single from his debut mixtape, “Morse Code,” is a vibrant and catchy hip-hop track. The song gained popularity partly due to its feature in a Snapchat filter. The music video, co-directed by Rock Davis and Jay Rodriguez Jr., showcase sdancing women and a flirty Gemini. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Morse Code”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Kesha – Die Young |
| Kesha’s “Die Young” showcases Kesha’s signature blend of pop and electronic dance music. Written by Kesha in collaboration with Nate Ruess, Dr. Luke, Benny Blanco, and Cirkut, the song is an anthem about living life to the fullest and embracing the most sensual moments. Upon its release, it collided unfortunately with the Sandy Hook massacre and the title and some lines created a controversy. The music video, directed by Darren Craig and Chris Applebaum, portrays Kesha in a series of adventurous and free-spirited scenes. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Warrior”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Clean Bandit – A+E (w/ Kandaka Moore & Nikki Cislyn) |
‘I’m a killer, you won’t see me as I slither down the street’
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| Clean Bandit’s debut single “A+E” features the vocal talents of Kandaka Moore and Nikki Cislyn. This song stands out for its unique blend of classical strings with electronic music, a hallmark of their sound. Set in the evolving landscape of London, the music video, directed by Jack Patterson, features dancers – Rhys Dennis and Kandaka Moore – impressive performance, particularly during a challenging two-hour stop-frame animation sequence where they were painted gold. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “New Eyes”. Lyrics >> Review >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Jax Jones – You Don’t Know Me (w/ Raye) |
‘”Do you wanna drink?” “Nah, thanks for askin'”‘
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| Sampling the bassline from M.A.N.D.Y. vs. Booka Shade’s 2005 hit “Body Language,” Jax Jones’ “You Don’t Know Me” featuring the vocal talents of Rachel Keen a.k.a. Raye, is a track that skillfully blends house music with catchy pop elements. The music video, directed by Rémy Cayuela, features a young girl dancing in any possible part of her home (and we don’t know her). |
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6 . Sigala & Digital Farm Animals – Only One |
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| A collaboration between British DJ Sigala and English DJ and record producer Digital Farm Animals, “Only One” blends dance-pop with Sigala’s distinctive house music influences. The music video, directed by Henry Chen and Ssong Yang, collectively known as Henry & Ssong, features a group of college boys hacking their way to a frenzied beach party. |
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7 . will.i.am – Scream & Shout (w/ Britney Spears) |
‘I wanna scream and shout And let it all out’
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| Bringing together will.i.am’s flair for innovative beats and Britney Spears’ pop sensibilities, “Scream & Shout” is a significant hit for both artists. The music video, directed by Ben Mor, combines elements of glamour, sexiness, technology, and modern design. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “willpower”. |
8 . Blinkie – Don’t Give Up [On Love] |
‘Sun is gone, but the moon shines so bright’
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| London-based producer and DJ Blinkie’s “Don’t Give Up [On Love],” featuring Alahna, digs into the emotional spectrum of love, weaving through lyrics, co-written with Alanha Craig-Dressekie and Thabo Maunjoma, a narrative of hope and determination. The joyful music video is directed by Ozzie Pullin and features English actress Olivia-Mai Barrett. |
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9 . Kygo – Stay (w/ Maty Noyes) |
‘And I felt sorry for the look on your face’
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| Norwegian DJ and record producer Kygo’s “Stay,” featuring vocals from American singer Maty Noyes, stands out as a notable piece in the tropical house genre that blends soothing electronic beats with soulful vocal performances. The song digs into the emotional landscape of longing and the complexities of a relationship teetering on the brink where one partner is pleading with the other to stay. The music video for “Stay,” directed by Jason Beattie, further enhances the song’s narrative by following the peregrinations of a lesbian couple. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Cloud Nine”. |
10 . Steve Aoki & Louis Tomlinson – Just Hold On |
| Marking Tomlinson’s debut as a solo artist after his work with One Direction, “Just Hold On” by Steve Aoki and Louis Tomlinson is a collaboration that merges Aoki’s electronic dance music prowess with Tomlinson’s pop sensibilities. The track is co-written by Aoki, Tomlinson, Eric Rosse, Sasha Sloan, and Sir Nolan, with production handled by Aoki, Sir Nolan, and Jay Pryor. The music video, devoid of any “Tomlinson, is directed by Bradley Bell and Pablo Jones-Soler. |
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11 . Lil Uzi Vert – Futsal Shuffle 2020 |
| Lil Uzi Vert’s “Futsal Shuffle 2020” is an energetic and upbeat track that showcases the rapper’s unique style and lyrical prowess. The dance, known as the “Futsal Shuffle,” became a viral sensation, adding to the song’s popularity and appeal. The accompanying visual, directed by Jay Weneta, looks more like a fashion show than a music video. |
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Featured on the 2020 album “Eternal Atake”. |
12 . David Guetta – Just One Last Time (w/ Taped Rai) |
| French DJ and music producer David Guetta’s “Just One Last Time” features vocals from the Swedish vocal duo Taped Rai. Musically, it belongs to the sub-genres of Electro House and Progressive House. The music video, directed by Colin Tilley, adds a visual storytelling element involving a fire, firemen, a trapped lady and her saviour. Spoiler alert: it ends tragically bad for the hero. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Nothing but the Beat”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The track “Don’t Stop the Party” includes a sample from the song “Funky Kingston”. The sample was re-interpreted to fit Pitbull’s party anthem style.
2. While Now and Later candies don’t have 31 flavors, the song uses “31 flavors” as a metaphor for variety in romance. Sage the Gemini highlighted this creative choice in interviews.
3. “Die Young” was pulled from some U.S. stations after the Sandy Hook tragedy, due to its chorus about living life fully, which felt insensitive during mourning.
4. Clean Bandit’s distinctive style in “A+E” fuses classical music elements with contemporary dance beats, an approach that characterizes their wider catalog.
5. Jax Jones’ track features a notable bassline sample from the 2005 hit “Body Language”. This sample is central to the track’s infectious beat.
6. “Only One” by Sigala achieved silver certification in the UK, indicating 200,000 units were either sold or streaming equivalent units have been met.
7. Jean Baptiste contributed creatively to the will.i.am and Britney Spears collaboration. He has also worked with other notable artists, adding a unique flavor to the track.
8. The song “Don’t Give Up (On Love)” emphasizes perseverance in love through its repetitive, uplifting lyrics and melody, making it an anthem of hope.
9. Kygo and Maty Noyes’ music video showcased a relationship that unfolded amid visually engaging graphics, filmed on various real-life sets.
10. “Just Hold On” features a composition in B major, which is a key not commonly used in pop music, giving it a distinct sonic character.
11. The video for “Futsal Shuffle 2020” famously incorporates animated elements. These animations enhance the energetic dance moves showcased throughout.
12. David Guetta’s video relies on live actors to portray its narrative about sacrifice and heroism, filmed with a dramatic approach to visual storytelling.
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 • As a matter fact, you should thank me (Pitbull) • If ya heart was in a bank, I’d rob it just to prove it (Sage The Gemini) • Take my hand, I’ll show you the wild side (Kesha) • I’m a killer, you won’t see me as I slither down the street (Clean Bandit) • “Do you wanna drink?” “Nah, thanks for askin'” (Jax Jones) • I wanna scream and shout And let it all out (will.i.am) • Sun is gone, but the moon shines so bright (Blinkie) • And I felt sorry for the look on your face (Kygo) • There comes a time for us to part (David Guetta)
Music-wise : Pop,Electronic Dance Music,House Music,Electro House, Progressive House,Tropical House,Rap
