Author: DJ Rays Music
“THREE TIMES A LADY” by COMMODORES
“Three Times a Lady” is a romantic ballad that was recorded by American funk group, the Commodores. It was written by lead singer, Lionel Richie, with the lyrics expressing a deep love and appreciation for his wife. Due in part to the song’s immense popularity, Rolling Stone, Billboard, and Cashbox magazines named the Commodores as its “Top R&B Group of the Year”. On this very day, August 19th 1978, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel…
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“PEOPLE GOT TO BE FREE” by THE RASCALS
“People Got to Be Free” is a classic pop song that was recorded by American rock band, The Rascals. A soulful and uplifting track (that promotes unity and equality), this single became an anthem for the civil rights movement of the 1960s. After the song’s release, the Rascals would only perform at concerts that featured an African-American act. When that condition wasn’t met, they canceled several shows in protest. On this very day, August 18th 1968, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY to EVERLAST!
Everlast is an American singer, and songwriter who is best known as frontman for the hip-hop group, House of Pain. After H.O.P. disbanded, he decided to pursue a solo career, transitioning towards a more blues and folk-influenced style. In 1998, from his 2nd album (“Whitey Ford Sings the Blues”), he released the single, “What It’s Like” (which became his most popular hit as a solo artist). In the year 2000 (alongside Carlos Santana), he received a Grammy Award for “Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals”. On…
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“BREAK MY SOUL” by BEYONCE
“Break My Soul” is an up-tempo dance track that was recorded by American singer and songwriter, Beyoncé. With an emphatic departure from her usual vibe, this song incorporated a distinct house sound similar to the classic 1990 Robin S track, “Show Me Love”. In 2023, it won the Grammy Award for “Best Dance/Electronic Recording”, while also receiving two other nominations for “Song of the Year” and “Record of the Year”. On this very day, August 17th 2022, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY to BELINDA CARLISLE!
Belinda Carlisle is an American singer and songwriter who is best known as lead vocalist for American pop-rock band, the Go-Go’s. In 2021, this revolutionary all-girl group was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. In 1985, the Go-Go’s broke up, and Belinda Carlisle decided to pursue a solo career, recording hits like “Mad About You”, “I Get Weak”, “Heaven Is a Place on Earth”, “Circle in the Sand”, and “Leave a Light On”. On this very day, August 17th 1958, Belinda Jo Carlisle was born in Los…
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“A BIG HUNK ‘O LOVE” by ELVIS PRESLEY
“A Big Hunk o’ Love” is a classic rock and roll track that was recorded by the icon, Elvis Presley. The lyrics within describe the narrator’s desire to be loved by a romantic interest. The song’s rockabilly vibe and energetic tempo make it a true staple of the times (when America was a pure and guiding light for the rest of the world). On this very day, August 16th 1959, 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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