How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Hot Natured, Rihanna, Avicii, Calvin Harris, Tulisa, David Guetta, Cascada, Blonde, Little Mix, Becky Hill, Weiss, Black Eyed Peas, Nicky Jam & J. Balvin
They are the performers of twelve twelve dance tunes that ranked in various charts, this week (19/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
Tracklist
1 . Hot Natured – Reverse Skydiving (w/ Anabel Englund) |
| The music video is directed by Chloe Hayward. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Different Sides of the Sun”. |
2 . Rihanna – Where Have You Been |
| The music video is directed by Dave Meyers. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Talk That Talk”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
3 . Avicii – Silhouettes |
| The music video is directed by David Dworsky, Niklas Johansson, Victor Köhler. |
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4 . Calvin Harris – Let’s Go (w/ Ne-Yo) |
| The music video is directed by Vincent Haycock. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “18 Months”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Tulisa – Young |
| The music video is directed by Ben Peters. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “The Female Boss”. |
6 . David Guetta – Where Them Girls At (w/ Nicki Minaj & Flo Rida) |
| The music video is directed by Dave Meyers. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “Nothing but the Beat”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . Cascada – Pyromania |
| The music video is directed by Lisa Mann. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Original Me”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . Blonde – All Cried Out (w/ Alex Newell) |
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9 . Little Mix – Salute |
| The music video is directed by Colin Tilley. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Salute”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . Becky Hill, Weiss – I Could Get Used To This |
| The music video is directed by Michael Holyk. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Get To Know”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . Black Eyed Peas – Imma Be |
| The music video is directed by Rich Lee. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “The E.N.D.”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Nicky Jam & J. Balvin – X [EQUIS] |
| The music video is directed by Jessy Terrero. |
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Featured on the 2018 album “Fénix”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “Reverse Skydiving” was released with a package of remixes, including one by Shadow Child. This provided electronic fans with varied interpretations of the track in 2013.
2. Rihanna filmed the music video for the song from “Talk That Talk” in Los Angeles, adding another glittering chapter to the City of Angels’ list of pop music connections.
3. Avicii’s track featured visuals of gender-affirming surgery. The video narrative included social changes faced by the character post-surgery, offering a unique storyline.
4. The music video for “Let’s Go” features stunning shots of Rio de Janeiro. This vibrant cityscape adds flamboyance to the track, released by Calvin Harris with Ne-Yo.
5. Tulisa’s single was retitled to avoid confusion with another hit of 2012. The name change ensured her track stood bold from similar-titled music in the charts.
6. Hackers leaked the a cappella version, forcing Guetta to expedite the release. This cyber act led to Flo Rida and Nicki Minaj’s vocals meeting audiences sooner than planned.
7. Cascada’s “Original Me” stands out with blazing fire effects in its video. The fire complemented Natalie Horler’s energetic dance moves, matching the track’s rhythm.
8. Alex Newell’s vocals shine in a Blonde track situated in A♭ major. It combines infectious beats with Newell’s robust performance, proving irresistible to house music lovers.
9. Colin Tilley directed Little Mix’s music video, ensuring dynamic visuals to match their energetic song. His seasoned hands crafted a captivating audiovisual experience.
10. Becky Hill and Weiss’s video is notable for vibrant club scenes, corresponding with the track’s upbeat and infectious energy. Michael Holyk’s direction captures the pulse of nightlife.
11. “X” (Equis) by Nicky Jam and J Balvin utilizes Spanish dancehall, blending it with reggaeton and Afrobeats. This synthesis of genres delivers a universally popular hit.
12. Fergie encounters a time loop with robots in “Imma Be Rocking That Body.” This quirky narrative intertwines two Black Eyed Peas tracks into a singular visual adventure.
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