Author: DJ Rays Music
“I WILL SURVIVE” by GLORIA GAYNOR
The song “I Will Survive” is an iconic disco anthem that was recorded by American pop singer, Gloria Gaynor. The lyrics within tell the story of a woman who finds strength and independence after a difficult breakup. Its strong message of self-empowerment made it a timeless anthem for women facing challenges and adversity. The song’s infectious sound helped it top the charts in many countries around the world, and in 1980, it won the Grammy Award for “Best Disco Recording”. On this very day, March 14th 1979, it was the…
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R.I.P. PERCY SLEDGE
Percy Sledge was an American soul and gospel singer who was born in Leighton, Alabama on November 25th, 1940. Some of his most popular hits include “Warm and Tender Love”, “Take Time to Know Her”, and today’s song choice. Due to his contributions to the R&B/Soul genre, in 2005, he was officially inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, April 14th 2015, Percy Tyrone Sledge died of liver cancer (at his home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana). He was 74 at the time of his…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY QUINCY JONES
Quincy Jones is an American composer (and record producer) who is one of the most influential and successful figures in the music industry, with a career that has spanned over seven decades. One of his most notable collaborations was with Michael Jackson. He produced Jackson’s albums, “Off the Wall”, “Thriller”, and “Bad”, contributing to some of the best-selling LPs of all time. Throughout his illustrious career, he has won a record 28 Grammys, including a “Grammy Legend” Award. On this very day, March 14th 1933, Quincy Delight Jones was born…
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“CENTERFOLD” by J. GEILS BAND
Written by Seth Justman, the song “Centerfold” was recorded by American rock band, The J. Geils Band. The lyrics within tell the story of a man who discovers that his high school crush has become a centerfold model in an adult magazine. Considered the band’s most successful single, in 2018, Billboard magazine ranked it at #66 on their list of “All-Time Pop Songs”. On this very day, March 13th 1982, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY NEIL SEDAKA
Neil Sedaka is an American singer, songwriter, and pianist who rose to fame (in the late 1950s) and has since enjoyed a long and successful career. His greatest hits include “Oh! Carol”, “Calendar Girl”, “Bad Blood”, “Breaking Up is Hard to Do”, and today’s song choice. His music spans various styles, including pop, rock, doo-wop, and ballads. In 1983, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the music industry. On this very day, March 13th 1939, Neil Sedaka was born in Brooklyn, New…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAMES TAYLOR
James Taylor is an American musician, singer and songwriter who is known for his distinctive voice, introspective lyrics, and a blend of folk, rock, and pop music. He is regarded as one of the greatest songwriters of all-time. His most popular singles, include “You’ve Got a Friend”, “Carolina in My Mind”, “Shower the People”, “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)”, and today’s song choice. Throughout his career, he has won multiple Grammys, including the Lifetime Achievement Award (in 2000). That same year, he was inducted into the…
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