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“KISS YOU ALL OVER” by EXILE

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“Kiss You All Over” is a popular disco-rock track that was recorded by American pop band, Exile. The lyrics within convey the sensuality and passion of a romantic relationship. It topped the charts in South Africa, New Zealand and Australia, and in 2010, Billboard magazine ranked it as one of the “50 Sexiest Songs of All Time”. On this very day, October 17th 1978, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. From…

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R.I.P. DOUG BENNETT

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Doug Bennett was a Canadian singer and songwriter who was born in Toronto, Canada on October 31st, 1951. Alongside his band, Doug and the Slugs, he achieved success in Canada with hits like “Day by Day”, “Making it Work”, “Who Knows How to Make Love Stay”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In 1983, Doug & the Slugs were Juno-nominated for “Most Promising Group of the Year”. On this very day, October 16th 2004, Douglas Craig Bennett died in Calgary, Alberta…

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“HERE I GO AGAIN” by WHITESNAKE

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“Here I Go Again” is a power ballad that was originally recorded (in 1982) by British rock band, Whitesnake. After failing to chart effectively, the band decided to re-release the track (in 1987) with a beefier, more powerful sound. It was this version that resonated throughout North America. In 2012, the readers of Rolling Stone magazine ranked it at #9 on their list of the “Best Hair Metal Songs of All-Time”. On this very day, October 16th 1987, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart.…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY GINUWINE

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Ginuwine is an American singer and songwriter who emerged (in the late 1990s) as a prominent figure in the “New Jack Swing” movement. His biggest singles include “So Anxious”, “Differences”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout his career, he was nominated for many awards, including 3 AMAs, and a Grammy. In the year 2000, he won the Soul Train Music Award for “Best R&B/Soul Album, Male” (with “100% Ginuwine”). On this very day, October 15th 1970, Elgin Baylor Lumpkin (know…

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“SOMEONE LIKE YOU” by ADELE

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“Someone Like You” is a romantic ballad that was recorded by British singer-songwriter, Adele. The lyrics within convey the narrator’s reflection of emotional heartbreak (recounting her feelings from a past relationship). In no time, this single became a global success, topping the charts in 19 different countries, including Italy, Spain, Portugal, France, Canada, and the U.K. On February 12th 2012, it won the Grammy Award for “Best Pop Solo Performance”. On this very day, October 15th 2011, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY USHER

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Usher is an American singer and songwriter who has sold 80 million records worldwide (making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time). Some of his biggest hits include “Nice & Slow”, “You Make Me Wanna”, “OMG”, “DJ Got Us Fallin’ in Love”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout his career, he has received many accolades, including 8 Grammys, 18 Billboard Music Awards, 9 Soul Train Awards, and 8 AMAs. On this very day, October 14th 1978, Usher Raymond IV was born in…

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“FALLIN’” by ALICIA KEYS

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The song “Fallin’” is a bluesy R&B ballad that was recorded by American singer-songwriter, Alicia Keys. The lyrics within explore the complexities of being in a relationship (expressing the ups and downs of falling in and out of love). Critically acclaimed, it won three Grammy Awards in 2002, including “Song of the Year”, “Best R&B Song”, and “Best Female R&B Vocal Performance”. In December 2009, Rolling Stone magazine ranked it on their list of “100 Best Songs of the Decade”. On this very day, October 14th 2001, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100…

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