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The musical genre of "Needed Me" is primarily described as upbeat pop.
Answer: False
The musical genre of "Needed Me" is characterized as a mellow, dubstep-influenced electro-R&B track with heavy trap beats, rather than upbeat pop.
Rihanna herself is credited as one of the songwriters for "Needed Me."
Answer: True
Rihanna, under her birth name Robyn Fenty, is indeed credited as one of the songwriters for "Needed Me," alongside several other collaborators.
DJ Mustard solely produced "Needed Me" without any co-producers.
Answer: False
While DJ Mustard is the primary producer, "Needed Me" also credits Twice as Nice and Frank Dukes as co-producers.
The song "Needed Me" was recorded in London, England.
Answer: False
The song "Needed Me" was recorded at Westlake Recording Studios in Los Angeles, California.
What is the exact length of the song "Needed Me"?
Answer: 3 minutes and 11 seconds
The song "Needed Me" has an exact duration of three minutes and eleven seconds (3:11).
"Needed Me" is composed in the key of C major.
Answer: False
The song "Needed Me" is composed in the key of G minor, not C major.
The song begins with the signature producer tag "Mustard on the beat."
Answer: True
The production of "Needed Me" commences with DJ Mustard's recognizable introductory tag, "Mustard on the beat."
Which of the following best describes the musical genre and production style of "Needed Me"?
Answer: A mellow, dubstep-influenced electro-R&B track with heavy trap beats.
The song "Needed Me" is best described as a mellow, dubstep-influenced electro-R&B track, characterized by its downtempo production and heavy trap beats.
Who are the primary producer and co-producers credited for "Needed Me"?
Answer: Producer: DJ Mustard; Co-producers: Twice as Nice, Frank Dukes
DJ Mustard is credited as the primary producer of "Needed Me," with Twice as Nice and Frank Dukes serving as co-producers.
The primary lyrical theme of "Needed Me" revolves around celebrating a new romantic relationship.
Answer: False
The primary lyrical theme of "Needed Me" centers on romantic rejection and addressing an overly infatuated or demanding lover, rather than celebrating a new relationship.
The title "Needed Me" is not directly referenced in the song's lyrics.
Answer: False
The title "Needed Me" is directly referenced within the song's lyrics, notably in the assertion "You was just another n---a on the hit list" and the implied context of the lover's need.
Interpretations of "Needed Me" lyrics are limited solely to romantic rejection.
Answer: False
While romantic rejection is a primary theme, interpretations of "Needed Me" lyrics extend beyond this, encompassing metaphorical readings of anti-colonialism and assertions of female empowerment.
What is the central lyrical theme explored in "Needed Me"?
Answer: Romantic rejection and addressing an overly infatuated lover.
The central lyrical theme explored in "Needed Me" is romantic rejection, specifically addressing a lover who is excessively infatuated and expecting more than a casual relationship.
Beyond romantic rejection, what other thematic interpretation is suggested for the lyrics of "Needed Me"?
Answer: Metaphorical anti-colonialism and female empowerment
Beyond romantic rejection, the lyrics of "Needed Me" have been interpreted metaphorically as representing anti-colonialism and asserting female empowerment.
The description of "Needed Me" as a "kiss-off" track implies that the song:
Answer: Expresses dismissal or rejection towards a former romantic partner.
Describing "Needed Me" as a "kiss-off" track implies that the song expresses dismissal or rejection towards a former romantic partner.
What was the peak position of "Needed Me" on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart?
Answer: Number 7
The song "Needed Me" achieved a peak position of number 7 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Reaching number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 made "Needed Me" Rihanna's 29th top 10 single.
Answer: True
The peak position of number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 chart signified a significant milestone, marking "Needed Me" as Rihanna's 29th top 10 single.
"Needed Me" spent over 20 weeks in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100.
Answer: False
While "Needed Me" had a significant run on the charts, it spent 16 non-consecutive weeks in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100, not over 20.
As of December 2016, which previous Rihanna hit did "Needed Me" surpass as her longest-charting single on the Billboard Hot 100?
Answer: We Found Love
As of the chart dated December 3, 2016, "Needed Me" surpassed "We Found Love" to become Rihanna's longest-charting single on the Billboard Hot 100.
The song "Needed Me" reached number one on the US Rhythmic chart.
Answer: True
The song "Needed Me" achieved considerable success on radio formats, reaching number one on the US Rhythmic chart.
"Needed Me" topped the Hot Dance Club Songs chart only once in 2016.
Answer: False
In 2016, "Needed Me" topped the Hot Dance Club Songs chart four times, marking Rihanna's fourth number-one hit on that chart for the year.
As of January 2021, "Needed Me" had accumulated less than 500 million streams in the United States.
Answer: False
As of January 2021, "Needed Me" had accumulated over one billion streams in the United States, significantly exceeding 500 million.
In the UK, "Needed Me" reached its highest chart position at number 7.
Answer: False
In the UK Official Singles Chart, "Needed Me" reached a peak position of number 38, not number 7.
"Needed Me" achieved Diamond certification in France.
Answer: True
The song "Needed Me" has achieved Diamond certification in France, indicating substantial sales and success in that market.
What significant chart achievement did reaching number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 represent for Rihanna?
Answer: It tied her with Michael Jackson for the third-most top 10 hits.
Reaching number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart was significant as it marked Rihanna's 29th top 10 single, tying her with Michael Jackson for the third-most top 10 hits at the time.
How many weeks did "Needed Me" spend in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 without reaching the top 5?
Answer: 16 weeks
"Needed Me" spent 16 non-consecutive weeks within the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 without achieving a top 5 peak, setting a chart record for longevity in this specific range.
What position did "Needed Me" achieve on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart?
Answer: Number 1
"Needed Me" reached the number one position on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, marking Rihanna's sixth chart-topper in that category.
How many number-one hits did "Needed Me" give Rihanna on the Hot Dance Club Songs chart in 2016?
Answer: Four
"Needed Me" was one of four songs by Rihanna to reach number one on the Hot Dance Club Songs chart in 2016, contributing to her extensive success on that chart.
What were the approximate total streams for "Needed Me" in the US as of January 2021?
Answer: Over 1 billion streams
As of January 2021, "Needed Me" had accumulated over one billion streams in the United States, significantly exceeding 500 million.
What was the peak position of "Needed Me" on the UK Official Singles Chart?
Answer: Number 38
On the UK Official Singles Chart, "Needed Me" reached a peak position of number 38.
Which country has certified "Needed Me" with Diamond status, signifying exceptional sales?
Answer: United States
The song "Needed Me" has achieved Diamond certification in the United States, signifying exceptional sales figures.
Who directed the music video for "Needed Me", known for its gritty and controversial visuals?
Answer: Harmony Korine
The music video for "Needed Me," noted for its gritty and controversial visuals, was directed by filmmaker Harmony Korine.
The music video for "Needed Me" premiered on April 20, 2016, a date commonly associated with cannabis culture.
Answer: True
The music video for "Needed Me" premiered on April 20, 2016, a date widely recognized within cannabis culture.
For which category was "Needed Me" nominated for a Grammy Award?
Answer: Best R&B Performance
"Needed Me" received a Grammy nomination in the category of Best R&B Performance at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards.
Critics universally praised "Needed Me," calling it Rihanna's best work.
Answer: False
Critical reception for "Needed Me" was largely positive, praising its production and Rihanna's delivery, but it was not universally acclaimed as her best work; some critics found it atmospheric or forgettable.
"Needed Me" was ranked among the top 100 best songs of 2016 by Pitchfork.
Answer: True
Pitchfork recognized the song's merit by ranking "Needed Me" among its top 100 songs of 2016.
Critics generally described Rihanna's vocals on "Needed Me" as loud and aggressive.
Answer: False
Critics generally characterized Rihanna's vocals on "Needed Me" as reserved, cool, and indifferent, contributing to an assertive tone, rather than loud and aggressive.
According to Billboard's year-end list, how did "Needed Me" rank among the best pop songs of 2016?
Answer: Number 9
Billboard ranked "Needed Me" at number 9 on its list of the 100 best pop songs of 2016.
Which description accurately reflects Rihanna's vocal performance in "Needed Me" as perceived by critics?
Answer: Reserved, cool, and indifferent, contributing to an assertive tone.
Critics generally perceived Rihanna's vocal performance in "Needed Me" as reserved, cool, and indifferent, which contributed to the song's assertive tone.
The song "Needed Me" is featured on Rihanna's eighth studio album, *Anti*.
Answer: True
The song "Needed Me" is a track from Rihanna's eighth studio album, *Anti*, released in 2016.
"Needed Me" was released to US urban contemporary radio on March 30, 2016.
Answer: True
The single "Needed Me" was officially released to US urban contemporary radio on March 30, 2016, by Roc Nation and Westbury Road.
Rihanna's song "Work" was released simultaneously as a single alongside "Needed Me."
Answer: False
While "Needed Me" was released to radio on March 30, 2016, the song "Kiss It Better" was also released simultaneously, not "Work."
To which radio format was "Needed Me" initially released in the US?
Answer: US urban contemporary
"Needed Me" was initially released to US urban contemporary radio on March 30, 2016.
Which other Rihanna song was released to radio simultaneously with "Needed Me" on March 30, 2016?
Answer: Kiss It Better
On March 30, 2016, "Kiss It Better" was released to radio simultaneously with "Needed Me."
What role did Roc Nation and Westbury Road play in the release of "Needed Me"?
Answer: They were responsible for its initial release to US urban contemporary radio.
Roc Nation and Westbury Road were responsible for the initial release of "Needed Me" to US urban contemporary radio on March 30, 2016.