Author: DJ Rays Music
“BEST OF MY LOVE” by EMOTIONS
“Best of My Love” is a classic disco-infused R&B track that was recorded by American girl group, The Emotions. Characterized by its smooth and soulful sound, the lyrics within express the narrator’s deep affection towards a love interest. In 1978, the song won a Grammy Award for “Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals”. It also won an American Music Award for “Favorite Soul/R&B Single”. On this very day, August 23rd 1977, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY DUA LIPA
Dua Lipa is an English singer and songwriter whose music is characterized by a blend of Pop, Dance, and R&B influences. Some of her notable hits include “IDGAF”, “Don’t Start Now”, “Levitating”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Her chart-topping single, “One Kiss” (with Calvin Harris) was the best-selling song of 2018, and won the Brit Award for “Song of the Year”. Throughout her career, she has won numerous accolades, including 6 Brit Awards and 3 Grammys. On this very day,…
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“IN MY FEELINGS” by DRAKE
“In My Feelings” is an R&B infused hip-hop track that was recorded by Canadian rapper, Drake. The song gained widespread popularity and became a viral sensation due in part to a social media dance challenge that accompanied the track. The lyrics within explore themes of love, relationships, and the challenges that come with becoming famous. On this very day, August 22nd 2018, 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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HAPPY BIRTHDAY JACKIE DeSHANNON
Jackie DeShannon is an American singer and songwriter who gained prominence (in the 1960s) for her contribution to various genres (including Pop, Rock and Country). Some of her most notable songs include “Bette Davis Eyes”, “Put a Little Love in Your Heart” and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In March 1981, Kim Carnes released her version of “Bette Davis Eyes” (that went on to top the charts in multiple countries around the world). On this very day, August 21st 1941, Sharon…
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“ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE” by THE BEATLES
“All You Need Is Love” is a catchy sing-a-long that was recorded by the legendary Beatles. The lyrics within convey a simple yet powerful message of love and unity, which became an anthem for the 1960s hippie movement. It was first performed (in 1967) on the first ever live global television link, that was watched by an estimated 400 million people. It went on to top the charts in multiple countries including New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and the U.K. (to name a few). On this very day, August 21st 1967,…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROBERT PLANT
Robert Plant is an English singer and songwriter best known as lead vocalist of the legendary rock band, Led Zeppelin. Formed in 1968, some of this group’s most famous songs include “Stairway to Heaven”, “Black Dog”, “Rock and Roll”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). After Led Zeppelin broke up (in 1980), Robert Plant embarked on a solo career (as himself and as part of the Honeydrippers). Some of his biggest hits include “Tall Cool One”, “Big Log”, and “Sea of…
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“RUDE” by MAGIC
The song “Rude” is a reggae infused track that was recorded by Canadian pop band, Magic. The lyrics within tell the story of a man who ask his girlfriend’s father for permission to marry her (but gets rejected). This track achieved commercial success, reaching the #1 chart position in several countries, including the U.K.. In Canada, it peaked at #6 nationally, and won the Juno Award for “Single of the Year”. On this very day, August 20th 2014, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart.…
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