How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.
The subjects du jour are : Gorillaz, Y2K, bbno$, Rihanna, OneRepublic, Owl City, The Wanted, P!nk, NF, Zedd, Biffy Clyro, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Eminem
They are the performers of twelve amusing, puzzling and sometimes shocking videos that ranked in various charts, this week (27/52) BUT … in the Tens 2010s.
Tracklist
1 . Gorillaz – On Melancholy Hill |
| The music video is directed by Jamie Hewlett. |
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Featured on the 2010 album “Plastic Beach“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
2 . Y2K, bbno$ – Lalala |
| The music video is directed by Alex Bortz. |
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3 . Rihanna – Sledgehammer |
| The music video is directed by Floria Sigismondi. |
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Featured on the 2016 album ” (Star Trek Beyond OST)”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
4 . OneRepublic – Counting Stars |
| The music video is directed by James Lees. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Native”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
5 . Owl City – Fireflies |
| The music video is directed by Steve Hoover. |
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Featured on the 2009 album “Ocean Eyes”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
6 . The Wanted – Walks Like Rihanna |
| The music video is directed by Shane C. Drake. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Word of Mouth”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
7 . P!nk – Walk Me Home |
| The music video is directed by Michael Gracey. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “Hurts 2B Human”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
8 . NF – When I Grow Up |
| The music video is directed by Patrick Tohill. |
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Featured on the 2019 album “The Search”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
9 . Zedd – Clarity (w/ Foxes) |
| The music video is directed by Jodeb. |
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Featured on the 2012 album “Clarity”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
10 . Biffy Clyro – Opposite |
| The music video is directed by Elliott Sellers. |
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Featured on the 2013 album “Opposites”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
11 . Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds – AKA…What A Life! |
| The music video is directed by Mike Bruce & Blake West. |
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Featured on the 2011 album “High Flying Birds“. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
12 . Eminem – Phenomenal |
| The music video is directed by Rich Lee. |
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Featured on the 2015 album ” (Southpaw OST)”. Lyrics >> More by the same : Official Site |
And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:
1. The character Murdoc Niccals mentions that “On Melancholy Hill” is about love and a lost England. The song’s blend of whimsy and nostalgia aligns with this characterization.
2. “Lalala” by Y2K and bbno$ opens with the spoken line “Did I really just forget that melody?” This sets a playful tone for the track’s repetitive hook.
3. Rihanna’s single for the film *Star Trek Beyond* played during the credits. Its sci-fi set music video expanded on this theme.
4. OneRepublic’s song was inspired by the rhythmic feel of another track heard by Ryan Tedder while in the Hamptons in 2012. This discovery was part of seeking musical inspiration.
5. Owl City’s song was inspired by Adam Young’s insomnia and a meteor shower during a camping trip. The celestial event influenced the song’s dreamlike quality.
6. The Wanted’s title for their 2013 single references Rihanna. The music video parodies several famous-boy band videos.
7. Michael Gracey, known for *The Greatest Showman*, directed P!nk’s music video. It matches the dynamic nature of the song, as revealed in the simultaneous lyric video release.
8. NF’s music video depicts various jobs prior to focusing on rapping. It first presents children conversing about their future aspirations.
9. Zedd and Foxes’ song “Clarity” won a Grammy for Best Dance Recording. It was acclaimed for its production and catchy melody.
10. “Opposite” by Biffy Clyro is categorized as an alternative rock ballad. It showcases the band’s mellower side without losing their emotional depth.
11. Noel Gallagher’s music video features the SoulSucker device. It plays a role in the story that connects to his previous music clips.
12. Eminem’s song from the *Southpaw* soundtrack featured in marketing for the movie itself. This included trailers and a commercial tying into the film’s themes.
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