How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Diana Krall, Alicia Keys, Robbie Williams, Akon , Snoop Dogg, Missy Elliott, Beyoncé, Tori Amos, Sade, Norah Jones, Dolores O’Riordan, The Offspring
They are the ‘2000s Throwback’ artists selected among the 403 Posts we publish this week.
Tracklist
1 . Diana Krall . Quiet Nights Video |
2 . Alicia Keys . No One |
3 . Robbie Williams . FeelRobbie Williams releases his fifth album . 'Escapology' featuring 'Feel' and 'Come Undone' (2002) |
4 . Akon . I Wanna Love You (w/ Snoop Dogg) |
5 . Snoop Dogg . Drop It Like It's Hot (w/ Pharrell Williams) |
6 . Missy Elliott . Gossip Folks |
7 . Beyoncé . Broken-Hearted Girl |
8 . Tori Amos . Real MenOn TV today , Tori Amos with Craig Kilborn (2001) |
9 . Sade . King Of SorrowSade release their fifth album . 'Lovers Rock' featuring 'By Your Side' (2000) |
10 . Norah Jones . Young BloodBlue Note publish Norah Jones' fourth album . 'The Fall' featuring 'Chasing Pirates' (2009) |
11 . Dolores O'Riordan . Ordinary Day |
12 . The Offspring . Original Prankster |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. “The Boy from Ipanema” is one of three Antonio Carlos Jobim songs on Diana Krall’s "Quiet Nights". Its bossa nova flavor ties to Krall's interpretation of jazz standards.
2. “No One” by Alicia Keys falls into the R&B category, highlighting her signature style that blends soulful melodies with contemporary rhythm.
3. Robbie Williams' “Feel’’ was co-written with Guy Chambers and remains one of Williams' most successful tracks from his album "Escapology".
4. The original explicit lyrics of “I Wanna Love You” were replaced for the song's radio-friendly version, broadening its commercial appeal.
5. The Neptunes, consisting of Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo, produced “Drop It Like It’s Hot,” helping it become a defining track of 2004.
6. "Gossip Folks" by Missy Elliott features a sample from Frankie Smith’s "Double Dutch Bus," bringing a nostalgic funk element into Elliott's hit.
7. Stargate co-wrote “Broken-Hearted Girl” with Beyoncé, delivering a track that captures emotional vulnerability and personal struggle.
8. "Real Men" was performed by Tori Amos on "The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn," showcasing a unique rendition on live television.
9. The music video for “King of Sorrow” was directed by Sophie Muller, pairing visually rich storytelling with Sade's poignant lyrics.
10. Norah Jones’ “Young Blood” is from the album "The Fall,” which experiments with jazz and soft rock influences, showcasing her versatile artistry.
11. At the AVO Session in 2007, Dolores O'Riordan performed “Ordinary Day,” exemplifying her post-Cranberries solo work.
12. “Original Prankster” appears on The Offspring's album "Conspiracy of One" and was promoted through a notable free download campaign.
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