This week In Singing Ladies 47/52

How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.

The subjects du jour are : Toni Braxton , Chaka Khan , Erykah Badu , Mary J. Blige , Björk , Buika , Alison Krauss , Alicia Keys , Beyoncé , Jennifer Hudson & Cynthia Erivo , Annie Lennox , Maria Callas

They are the 12 Singing Ladies selected among the 376 Posts we publish this week.

1. Who produced the song “Hit the Freeway” by Toni Braxton?

  • A Timbaland
  • B The Neptunes
  • C Missy Elliott

2. Which song did Chaka Khan revisit during Night of the Proms 2016?

  • A I Feel for You
  • B Ain’t Nobody
  • C I’m Every Woman

3. What is notable about Erykah Badu’s 2000 concert at the Knitting Factory?

  • A It featured a symphony orchestra
  • B It was turned into a 56-minute documentary
  • C It introduced new studio tracks

4. Who directed the music video for Mary J. Blige’s “Why” featuring Rick Ross?

  • A Benny Boom
  • B Hype Williams
  • C Colin Tilley

5. In what year did Björk perform “Violently Happy” on Top of the Pops?

  • A 1992
  • B 1993
  • C 1994

6. Which song is part of Concha Buika’s performance repertoire showcasing her fusion style?

  • A La Falsa Moneda
  • B Oro Santo
  • C Nina de Fuego

7. What award did Willie Nelson receive at DAR Constitution Hall?

  • A Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
  • B Gershwin Prize for Popular Song
  • C Kennedy Center Honors

8. Where did Alicia Keys perform on November 24, 2003?

  • A Red Rocks Amphitheatre
  • B Carnegie Hall
  • C Amsterdam

9. What album was Beyoncé promoting during her November 22, 2009, concert in Dublin?

  • A B’Day
  • B I Am… Sasha Fierce
  • C 4

10. Which theatre hosted Jennifer Hudson and Cynthia Erivo’s Broadway debut in The Color Purple?

  • A Gershwin Theatre
  • B Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre
  • C Minskoff Theatre

11. Who organized the “Children in Need Rocks the Royal Albert Hall” concert in 2009?

  • A Elton John
  • B Gary Barlow
  • C Paul McCartney

12. During her Ed Sullivan Show debut, which aria did Maria Callas perform?

  • A Vissi d’arte
  • B Nessun dorma
  • C O mio babbino caro

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Tracklist

1 . Toni Braxton . Hit the Freeway

Lifted from : Toni Braxton releases her fourth album . ‘More Than . Woman’ featuring ‘Hit the Freeway’ (2002)

2 . Chaka Khan . Ain’t Nobody

Lifted from : Chaka Khan at ‘Night of the Proms’ in Holland (2016)

3 . Erykah Badu . On & On, Cleva

Lifted from : Motown publish Erykah Badu’s second album . ‘Mama’s Gun’ featuring ‘Bag Lady’ (2000)

4 . Mary J. Blige . Why? (w/ Rick Ross)

Lifted from : Mary J. Blige releases her tenth album . ‘My Life II… The Journey Continues (Act 1)’ (2011)

5 . Björk . Violently Happy

Lifted from : Happy Birthday Björk. ‘Arty Of She’

6 . Buika . Oro santo

Lifted from : Concha Buika sings in Puerto Rico . (2013)

7 . Alison Krauss . Angel Flying Too Close To The Ground

Lifted from : Paul, Neil, Alison et al pay tribute to Willie Nelson (2015)

8 . Alicia Keys . If . Ain’t Got You

Lifted from : On Dutch TV , Alicia Keys at ‘Pop Secret’ (2003)

9 . Beyoncé . Broken Hearted Girl

Lifted from : Beyoncé serenades Dublin (2009)

10 . Jennifer Hudson & Cynthia Erivo . The Color Purple

Lifted from : On TV today , Jennifer Hudson and Cynthia Erivo sing ‘The Color Purple’ (2015)

11 . Annie Lennox . Why

Lifted from : Annie, Paul, Lily et al support ‘Children in Need’ (2009)

12 . Maria Callas . Vissi d’arte

Lifted from : On TV today , Maria Callas with Ed Sullivan (1956)

And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:

1. The Neptunes produced “Hit the Freeway”, contributing to its synth-driven sound. Pharrell Williams also provided additional vocals.

2. Chaka Khan performed “Ain’t Nobody” during Night of the Proms 2016, a song known for its distinctive groove and emotional delivery.

3. Erykah Badu’s concert at the Knitting Factory was notable for being documented in a 56-minute film, capturing her improvisational stage style.

4. Directed by Colin Tilley, the music video for “Why” features Mary J. Blige in a lounge setting, reflecting on a troubled relationship.

5. Björk’s mimed performance on Top of the Pops occurred in 1994, aligning with promotional activities for her debut solo album.

6. “Oro Santo” is a track by Concha Buika that exemplifies her musical fusion of flamenco and various global influences.

7. Willie Nelson was the first country musician to receive the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, awarded for his influence on American music.

8. Alicia Keys performed live in Amsterdam on November 24, 2003, part of a showcase highlighting her album The Diary of Alicia Keys.

9. Beyoncé was promoting her album I Am… Sasha Fierce during the Dublin concert, known for elaborate production and dynamic performances.

10. Jennifer Hudson and Cynthia Erivo made their Broadway debut at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre in the revival of The Color Purple.

11. Gary Barlow organized the 2009 “Children in Need Rocks the Royal Albert Hall,” an event featuring many notable artists for charity.

12. Maria Callas performed “Vissi d’arte” from Puccini’s Tosca on The Ed Sullivan Show, marking her American television debut.

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