Author: DJ Rays Music
“LOW” by FLO RIDA
Continuing our special journey through BLACK HISTORY MONTH, today’s song choice, “Low”, was recorded by American rapper, Flo Rida. Certified Diamond, it was the most popular single of the 2000s decade (with over 7 million downloads). At the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards it was nominated twice for “Best Male Video” and “Best Hip-Hop Video”. The song’s catchy sound and danceable beat, helped it top the charts in multiple countries, including Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. On this very day, February 15th 2008, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot…
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R.I.P. NAT KING COLE
Nat King Cole was an American vocalist who was born in Montgomery, Alabama on March 17th, 1919. Some of his most popular hit songs, include “Nature Boy”, “Mona Lisa”, “Too Young”, and today’s song choice. Throughout his career, he received numerous awards, including an incredible 21 Grammys. Furthermore, in 1990, he was posthumously awarded the “Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award”. He will always be remembered as a trailblazer (who paved the way for many future black artists). On this very day, February 15th, 1965, Nathaniel Adams Cole died in Santa Monica,…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROB THOMAS
Rob Thomas is an American singer and songwriter who’s known for his soulful voice, and many contributions to the pop-rock genre. He initially rose to fame (in the mid-1990s) as lead singer of Matchbox Twenty. Some of this band’s most noteworthy hits include songs like “Push” “3AM”, “If You’re Gone”, “Unwell”, and “Bent”. In 1999, Rob Thomas collaborated with Santana on the hit single, “Smooth”. This track went on to become a massive success, earning several awards (including the Grammy for “Song of the Year”). On this very day, February…
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“NICE & SLOW” by USHER
As our journey through BLACK HISTORY MONTH continues, today’s soulful ballad was recorded by American R&B artist, Usher. A perfect choice for lovers alike on Valentines Day, “Nice & Slow” helped solidify Usher’s status as a rising star in the late 1990s. On February 2nd 1998, this sultry soul ballad was awarded a gold certification, followed by platinum status just ten days later. On this very day, February 14th 1998, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, simply click…
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“LET’S STAY TOGETHER” by AL GREEN
Welcome to Day 13 of my spotlight on BLACK HISTORY MONTH, and with that it’s time to get to today’s song choice. Known for its smooth and sexy sound, “Let’s Stay Together” is a classic R&B ballad performed by soul sensation, Al Green. Considered as one of his signature hits, this single went on to claim the #1 spot as the best R&B song for the year 1972. In 1999, it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. On this very day, February 13th 1972, it was the #1…
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R.I.P. WAYLON JENNINGS
Waylon Jennings was an American singer, songwriter, and musician, who was born on June 15th, 1937. His distinctive voice (and rebellious spirit) made him a legendary figure in country music. In the early 1970s, alongside Willie Nelson, he helped spearhead the “outlaw country movement”. Some of Jennings’ most popular songs include “Good Hearted Woman”, “Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way?”, and today’s song choice. Throughout his career, he received multiple Grammy Awards, and in 2001, he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. On this very…
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