How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : The Chainsmokers, Alunageorge, Black Eyed Peas, Alex Adair, Enrique Iglesias, Dj Zinc, Flo Rida, Duke Dumont, Alexandra Burke, Gabriella Cilmi, Zayn, Example
They are the performers of twelve twelve dance tunes that ranked in various charts, this week (12/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
1. Who provides the spoken-word verses in The Chainsmokers’ track “#Selfie”?
- A Alexis Killacam
- B An anonymous nightclub goer
- C Emily Ratajkowski
2. Which Jamaican artist featured on AlunaGeorge’s track, serving as a lead single from their album “I Remember”?
- A Sean Paul
- B Popcaan
- C Buju Banton
3. What major theme is central to the Black Eyed Peas’ track “Rock That Body”?
- A Futuristic advances
- B Party and dance
- C Environmental awareness
4. What genre is Alex Adair’s track released by Spinnin’ Records categorized as?
- A Tropical house
- B Dubstep
- C Trap
5. Which two artists collaborate on Enrique Iglesias’ track from the album “Sex and Love”?
- A Sean Paul and Shakira
- B Pitbull and Enrique Iglesias
- C Nicki Minaj and Usher
6. Who provided vocals for the collaboration between DJ Zinc and Sasha Keable titled “Only For Tonight”?
- A Ellie Goulding
- B Dua Lipa
- C Sasha Keable
7. Which song features a notable sample from War’s “Low Rider”?
- A “GDFR” by Flo Rida
- B “Turn Down for What” by DJ Snake
- C “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson
8. Duke Dumont’s track with Jax Jones incorporates interpolations from which Whitney Houston song?
- A “I Will Always Love You”
- B “My Love Is Your Love”
- C “How Will I Know”
9. Alexandra Burke teamed up with which producer for her single from the album “Heartbreak on Hold”?
- A Calvin Harris
- B David Guetta
- C Erick Morillo
10. In Gabriella Cilmi’s music video, what sci-fi film inspired the visual design?
- A Star Wars
- B Barbarella
- C The Fifth Element
11. What visuals inspired the music video for Zayn’s “Like I Would”?
- A The Matrix
- B Tron
- C Mad Max
12. Which album includes Example’s second single along with a set of remixes released in early 2014?
- A Live Life Living
- B Playing in the Shadows
- C The Evolution of Man
Tracklist
1 . The Chainsmokers – #Selfie |
| The music video is directed by Ike Love Jones, Taylor Stephens. |
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Featured on the 2010 album ” “. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Alunageorge – I’m In Control |
| The music video is directed by Emil Nava. |
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Featured on the 2017 album “I Remember”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Black Eyed Peas – Rock That Body |
| The music video is directed by Rich Lee. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “The E.N.D.”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . Alex Adair – Make Me Feel Better |
| The music video is directed by Dano. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Make Me Feel Better”. |
5 . Enrique Iglesias – I’m A Freak |
| The music video is directed by Colin Tilley. |
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Featured on the 2016 album “Sex and Love”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . Dj Zinc – Only For Tonight (w/ Sasha Keable) |
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Featured on the 2009 album ” “. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Flo Rida – Gdfr (w/ Sage The Gemini & Lookas) |
| The music video is directed by R. Malcolm Jones. |
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Featured on the 2015 album “My House”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Duke Dumont – I Got U (w/ Jax Jones) |
| The music video is directed by Rémy Cayuela. |
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Featured on the 2014 album ” “. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
9 . Alexandra Burke – Elephant (w/ Erick Morillo) |
| The music video is directed by Amit and Naroop. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Heartbreak on Hold”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . Gabriella Cilmi – On A Mission |
| The music video is directed by Michael Gracey. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Ten”. |
11 . Zayn – Like I Would |
| The music video is directed by Director X. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Mind of Mine”. |
12 . Example – Kids Again |
| The music video is directed by Jon Jon Augustavo. |
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Featured on the 2014 album “Live Life Living”. |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. Alexis Killacam provides the voice behind the nightclub monologue. Her uncredited performance bemoans patrons and selfies.
2. Popcaan features in the single. His collaboration marks a blend of electronic music and dancehall vibes.
3. The track centers on party and dance themes. It’s fun and energetic, with production flair from will.i.am and Guetta.
4. Tropical house defines the sound of Alex Adair’s track. Its beachy vibe is tailor-made for a summer playlist.
5. Iglesias collaborates with Pitbull on this track. It maintains a signature dance-pop feel with a Latin twist.
6. Sasha Keable lent her vocals, fronting the DJ Zinc collaboration. The track’s dance chart performance was notable.
7. “GDFR” by Flo Rida includes a sample of “Low Rider.” This integration adds a funky element to the song’s rhythm.
8. “My Love Is Your Love” by Whitney Houston is interpolated. Duke Dumont delivers a fresh take on its timeless melody.
9. Erick Morillo co-produced Burke’s lead single. It marked a return with dance-ready beats from her second album.
10. Inspired by “Barbarella,” Cilmi’s visual sets are otherworldly. It complements the song’s fun, spacey vibe.
11. The visuals in the music video for “Like I Would” take inspiration from “Tron.” It features a futuristic light show.
12. The album “Live Life Living” hosts the single. Example crafts catchy beats consistent with his dance-pop style.
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