Author: DJ Rays Music

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“MIDNIGHT TRAIN TO GEORGIA” by GLADYS KNIGHT & THE PIPS

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The song, “Midnight Train to Georgia” is a classic soul track that was recorded by American R&B group, Gladys Knight & the Pips. The lyrics within tell the story of a woman who leaves Los Angeles, seeking a simpler life (while her partner joins her on the journey). Considered the group’s signature song, in 1974, it won the Grammy Award for “Best R&B Vocal Performance by a Duo, Group or Chorus”. In 1999, “Midnight Train to Georgia” was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. On this very day, November…

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R.I.P. HEAVY D

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Heavy D was a rapper and record producer who was born in Mandeville, Jamaica on May 24th, 1967. He was best known as leader of the hip-hop group, Heavy D & the Boyz (featuring G-Whiz, Eddie F, and DJ T-Roy). Together, this group gained commercial success with hits like “Is It Good to You”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). On this very day, November 8th 2011, Dwight Arrington Myers (known professionally as Heavy D) died in Los Angeles, California (at…

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1 SONG THIS DAY IN HISTORY! November 8th 1993 “I’D DO ANYTHING FOR LOVE BUT I WON’T DO THAT” by MEAT LOAF

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The song “I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That)” is a power ballad that was recorded by American singer, Meat Loaf (featuring added vocals by Lorraine Crosby). The lyrics within tell the story of a man who expresses how far he’ll go for his love interest (but there are certain limits). In 1993, it was the best-selling single of the year (in the U.K.), and in 1994, it won the Grammy Award for “Best Rock Vocal Performance, Solo”. On this very day, November 8th 1993, it was…

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R.I.P. LEONARD COHEN

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Leonard Cohen was a singer and songwriter who was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada on September 21st, 1934. Some of his most famous songs include “Suzanne”, “Bird on the Wire”, “Chelsea Hotel #2”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout his career, he received many accolades, including 3 Grammys and 8 Juno Awards. In 2008, he was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and in 2010, he received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. On this very day, November…

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“ROYALS” by LORDE

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The song “Royals” is a popular track that was recorded by New Zealand singer-songwriter, Lorde. The lyrics within criticize the opulence and materialism often portrayed in mainstream pop culture (presenting an alternative perspective on the aspirations of young people). On January 26th 2014 (at the Staples Centre in Los Angeles), this song earned Grammy Awards for “Song of the Year” and “Best Pop Solo Performance”. On this very day, November 7th 2013, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a…

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Heaven & Earth 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY COREY GLOVER

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Corey Glover is an American singer and musician who is best known as lead vocalist for the rock band, Living Colour. Formed in 1984, this group gained prominence (in the late 1980s) and is known for its eclectic mix of rock, funk, jazz, hip-hop, and metal. Their most popular songs are “Glamour Boys” and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided song link). With Corey Glover at the helm, Living Colour has won 2 Grammys and 3 MTV Video Music Awards. On this very…

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“SUSPICIOUS MINDS” by ELVIS PRESLEY

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“Suspicious Minds” is a classic track that was first recorded (in 1968) by singer-songwriter, Mark James. However, it was Elvis Presley’s version (one year later) that dominated the North American music charts. The lyrics within convey a sense of paranoia and distrust (that can arise from a troubled relationship). In December 2003, Rolling Stone magazine included it on their list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All Time”. On this very day, November 6th 1969, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a…

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