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Whitney Houston initially expressed eagerness regarding the prospect of accepting the lead role in the film "The Bodyguard."
Answer: False
Explanation: Contrary to initial eagerness, Whitney Houston was initially hesitant to accept the lead role in "The Bodyguard." She was ultimately persuaded by actor Kevin Costner.
Kevin Costner had been involved in the development of the "The Bodyguard" film project since 1975.
Answer: True
Explanation: Kevin Costner was involved in the development of "The Bodyguard" film project for an extended period, beginning as early as 1975.
Clive Davis, president of Arista Records, initially expressed reservations about the film's narrative and its musical content.
Answer: True
Explanation: Clive Davis initially questioned the premise of the film, specifically why the character required a bodyguard and the perceived lack of musical integration.
Who was instrumental in convincing Whitney Houston to accept the leading role in "The Bodyguard" film?
Answer: Kevin Costner
Explanation: Actor Kevin Costner played a pivotal role in persuading Whitney Houston to take on the lead role in "The Bodyguard."
What was Clive Davis's initial concern regarding Whitney Houston's involvement in "The Bodyguard"?
Answer: He questioned the film's premise and its lack of integrated music.
Explanation: Clive Davis initially expressed reservations about the film's narrative, questioning the necessity of a bodyguard for the character and the film's initial lack of musical focus.
Whitney Houston agreed to record fewer than six tracks for the film, in exchange for creative control over the soundtrack.
Answer: False
Explanation: Whitney Houston agreed to record at least six tracks for the film, with four designated for inclusion, in exchange for creative control and soundtrack back royalties.
Whitney Houston assumed a passive role in selecting producers for "The Bodyguard" soundtrack, deferring entirely to Clive Davis's judgment.
Answer: False
Explanation: Whitney Houston actively asserted creative control over the soundtrack's production, seeking out producers herself and co-producing several tracks, a departure from previous album processes.
Clive Davis and Whitney Houston shared executive producer credits for the soundtrack album.
Answer: True
Explanation: Both Clive Davis and Whitney Houston held executive producer roles for "The Bodyguard" soundtrack album.
What key rights did Whitney Houston secure in exchange for her participation in the soundtrack?
Answer: Rights to the soundtrack's back royalties and creative control over the music.
Explanation: Whitney Houston secured significant rights, including control over the soundtrack's creative direction and entitlement to its back royalties, as part of her agreement.
Which of the following producers did Whitney Houston collaborate with for the first time on "The Bodyguard" soundtrack?
Answer: David Foster
Explanation: David Foster was among the notable producers with whom Whitney Houston collaborated for the first time on "The Bodyguard" soundtrack.
Who served as the executive producers for "The Bodyguard" soundtrack album?
Answer: Clive Davis and Whitney Houston
Explanation: Clive Davis and Whitney Houston both held executive producer credits for "The Bodyguard" soundtrack album.
Dolly Parton's original composition of "I Will Always Love You" was inspired by her professional relationship with Kevin Costner.
Answer: False
Explanation: Dolly Parton's original version of "I Will Always Love You" was inspired by her professional relationship with Porter Wagoner, following her decision to pursue a solo career.
Whitney Houston's rendition of "I Will Always Love You" was arranged primarily as a country-western tune, mirroring the original.
Answer: False
Explanation: Whitney Houston's version transformed the song into a powerful R&B ballad, featuring a dramatic arrangement with strings, keyboard riffs, a saxophone solo, and gospel-influenced vocalizations.
Whitney Houston's rendition of "I'm Every Woman" retained the same tempo and stylistic elements as Chaka Khan's original recording.
Answer: False
Explanation: Whitney Houston's version of "I'm Every Woman" featured a distinct soulful ballad introduction and an increased tempo compared to Chaka Khan's original recording.
"Queen of the Night" was characterized by a prominent blues influence and was structured as a slow ballad.
Answer: False
Explanation: "Queen of the Night" incorporated harder rock elements and was arranged as a high-energy, drum-centric pop-rock piece, rather than a blues ballad.
The gospel hymn "Jesus Loves Me" was included on the soundtrack in its traditional, unadorned form.
Answer: False
Explanation: The gospel hymn "Jesus Loves Me" was adapted into a pop-arranged version for the soundtrack, featuring new verses and instrumentation, co-produced by Whitney Houston and BeBe Winans.
Dolly Parton produced Whitney Houston's version of "I Will Always Love You."
Answer: False
Explanation: While Dolly Parton is the original writer of "I Will Always Love You," the production of Whitney Houston's iconic version for "The Bodyguard" soundtrack was primarily handled by David Foster, with Whitney Houston also contributing to the vocal arrangement.
Kirk Whalum performed the saxophone solo on Whitney Houston's rendition of "I Will Always Love You."
Answer: True
Explanation: Kirk Whalum, who was Whitney Houston's saxophonist at the time, performed the notable saxophone solo featured in her version of "I Will Always Love You."
The song "I Have Nothing" was inspired by Linda Thompson's past relationship with Michael Jackson.
Answer: False
Explanation: The song "I Have Nothing" was inspired by Linda Thompson's past relationship with Elvis Presley, exploring themes of profound love and devotion.
"Queen of the Night" marked Whitney Houston's first songwriting credit on a major soundtrack.
Answer: False
Explanation: "Queen of the Night" represented Whitney Houston's second songwriting credit; she had previously co-written songs on her earlier albums.
Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson wrote the song "I'm Every Woman."
Answer: True
Explanation: The song "I'm Every Woman" was originally written by the songwriting duo Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson.
What was the original genre and inspiration for Dolly Parton's song "I Will Always Love You"?
Answer: A country song inspired by her professional relationship with Porter Wagoner.
Explanation: Dolly Parton's original composition was a country song, inspired by her professional parting with Porter Wagoner.
Which instrument features prominently in the arrangement of Whitney Houston's version of "I Will Always Love You"?
Answer: Saxophone
Explanation: The saxophone solo, performed by Kirk Whalum, is a distinctive and prominent feature of Whitney Houston's arrangement of "I Will Always Love You."
Which of the following lyrical themes is NOT explicitly mentioned as being explored in Whitney Houston's songs on the soundtrack?
Answer: Political protest
Explanation: While themes such as heartbreak, feminism, and unrequited love are present, political protest is not explicitly cited as a lyrical theme explored in Whitney Houston's soundtrack contributions.
How did Whitney Houston's rendition of "I'm Every Woman" differ from Chaka Khan's original?
Answer: It featured a soulful ballad intro and an increased tempo.
Explanation: Houston's version introduced a soulful ballad opening and accelerated the tempo, differentiating it from Khan's original recording.
What musical style characterized Whitney Houston's song "Queen of the Night"?
Answer: Harder rock
Explanation: "Queen of the Night" incorporated harder rock elements, influenced by tracks like Michael Jackson's "Dirty Diana."
Who provided the guitar solo on the track "Queen of the Night"?
Answer: Vernon Reid
Explanation: Vernon Reid, the lead guitarist for the band Living Colour, performed the guitar solo on "Queen of the Night."
Which gospel hymn was adapted for "The Bodyguard" soundtrack with co-production by Whitney Houston and BeBe Winans?
Answer: Jesus Loves Me
Explanation: The gospel hymn "Jesus Loves Me" was adapted for the soundtrack, with Whitney Houston and BeBe Winans serving as co-producers.
Who wrote the original song "I Will Always Love You"?
Answer: Dolly Parton
Explanation: The original composition of "I Will Always Love You" is credited to the acclaimed songwriter Dolly Parton.
What was the duration of Whitney Houston's rendition of "I Will Always Love You" as listed on the soundtrack?
Answer: 4 minutes and 31 seconds
Explanation: Whitney Houston's version of "I Will Always Love You" on the soundtrack has a listed duration of 4 minutes and 31 seconds.
Which song on the soundtrack was inspired by Linda Thompson's past relationship with Elvis Presley?
Answer: I Have Nothing
Explanation: The song "I Have Nothing," co-written by David Foster and Linda Thompson, drew inspiration from Thompson's previous relationship with Elvis Presley.
"I Will Always Love You" remained at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for a record ten consecutive weeks.
Answer: False
Explanation: "I Will Always Love You" set a record by remaining at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for fourteen consecutive weeks.
In March 1993, Whitney Houston became the first artist since Nielsen SoundScan's verification to have three songs simultaneously in the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100.
Answer: True
Explanation: Whitney Houston achieved this chart milestone in March 1993, demonstrating the significant popularity and chart dominance of the soundtrack's singles.
"The Bodyguard" soundtrack has sold over 60 million copies worldwide, making it the best-selling soundtrack ever.
Answer: False
Explanation: Worldwide sales for "The Bodyguard" soundtrack are estimated at over 45 million copies, which still positions it as the best-selling soundtrack album of all time.
The "The Bodyguard" soundtrack was the first album by a male artist to achieve Diamond certification by the RIAA.
Answer: False
Explanation: This statement is factually incorrect. "The Bodyguard" soundtrack was the first album by a *female* artist to achieve Diamond certification by the RIAA, signifying ten million units sold in the United States.
In the United Kingdom, "The Bodyguard" soundtrack reached number one on the official singles chart.
Answer: False
Explanation: In the United Kingdom, "The Bodyguard" soundtrack achieved number one on the official compilation albums chart, not the singles chart.
"I'm Every Woman" peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Answer: False
Explanation: "I'm Every Woman" reached a peak position of number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
In 1993, "The Bodyguard" soundtrack topped the Billboard Year-End Pop Albums chart.
Answer: True
Explanation: The soundtrack achieved number one on the Billboard Year-End Pop Albums chart for 1993, also topping the R&B Albums chart.
The standard edition of "The Bodyguard" soundtrack has a total length of approximately 45 minutes.
Answer: False
Explanation: The standard edition of "The Bodyguard" soundtrack has a total running time of 57 minutes and 44 seconds.
The album's RIAA certification as Diamond in the US signified sales of one hundred million copies.
Answer: False
Explanation: Diamond certification by the RIAA signifies sales of ten million units in the United States, not one hundred million.
What record did "I Will Always Love You" set on the Billboard Hot 100 regarding its duration at number one?
Answer: It remained at number one for a record fourteen consecutive weeks.
Explanation: "I Will Always Love You" established a new record by holding the number one position on the Billboard Hot 100 for fourteen consecutive weeks.
What is the estimated worldwide sales figure for "The Bodyguard" soundtrack?
Answer: Over 45 million copies
Explanation: Globally, "The Bodyguard" soundtrack is estimated to have sold over 45 million copies.
How many non-consecutive weeks did "The Bodyguard" soundtrack remain at number one on the Billboard 200 chart?
Answer: 20 weeks
Explanation: The soundtrack held the number one position on the Billboard 200 for twenty non-consecutive weeks.
In how many countries did "The Bodyguard" soundtrack top the album charts?
Answer: 21 countries
Explanation: The soundtrack achieved number one status on the album charts in 21 different countries worldwide.
What significant milestone did "The Bodyguard" soundtrack achieve in Japan?
Answer: It became the best-selling foreign album in Japanese music history.
Explanation: In Japan, "The Bodyguard" soundtrack achieved remarkable success, becoming the best-selling foreign album in the country's music history.
What was the peak position of "I'm Every Woman" on the Billboard Hot 100 chart?
Answer: Number 4
Explanation: "I'm Every Woman" achieved a peak position of number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
In 1993, "The Bodyguard" soundtrack ranked as the number one album on which two Billboard year-end charts?
Answer: Billboard 200 and Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums
Explanation: For the year 1993, "The Bodyguard" soundtrack topped both the Billboard Year-End Pop Albums (Billboard 200) and the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts.
Critics universally panned "The Bodyguard" soundtrack upon its release.
Answer: False
Explanation: The soundtrack received mixed-to-positive reviews, with critics often praising Whitney Houston's vocal performances and the production quality of her contributions.
Whitney Houston won the Grammy Award for Record of the Year for "I Will Always Love You."
Answer: True
Explanation: Whitney Houston received multiple Grammy Awards for "The Bodyguard" soundtrack, including Record of the Year for "I Will Always Love You."
Which of the following major awards did Whitney Houston win for "The Bodyguard" soundtrack?
Answer: Grammy Award for Album of the Year
Explanation: Whitney Houston received the Grammy Award for Album of the Year for "The Bodyguard" soundtrack, among other accolades.
Besides Whitney Houston, only one other artist, Aaron Neville, contributed songs to "The Bodyguard" soundtrack.
Answer: False
Explanation: The soundtrack featured contributions from multiple artists beyond Whitney Houston, including Lisa Stansfield, Kenny G, Aaron Neville, The S.O.U.L. S.Y.S.T.E.M., Curtis Stigers, and Joe Cocker.
What is the title of Whitney Houston's first soundtrack album, released in 1992?
Answer: The Bodyguard: Original Soundtrack Album
Explanation: "The Bodyguard: Original Soundtrack Album," released in 1992, is recognized as Whitney Houston's first soundtrack album.
Which of these artists was NOT featured on "The Bodyguard" soundtrack?
Answer: Mariah Carey
Explanation: Mariah Carey was not among the artists featured on "The Bodyguard" soundtrack; Lisa Stansfield, Kenny G, and Joe Cocker were included.