Author: DJ Rays Music
“JESSIE’S GIRL” by RICK SPRINGFIELD
“Jessie’s Girl” is a popular eighties song that was recorded by Australian-American musician, Rick Springfield. The lyrics within tell a story of deceit as the narrator expresses his inner feelings towards his best friend’s girlfriend. In regard to popular culture, this track was featured in movies such as “Boogie Nights”, “13 Going on 30”, and “Suicide Squad”. In 1982, this timeless classic won a Grammy Award for “Best Male Rock Vocal Performance”. On this very day, August 4th 1981, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100…
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HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY to LOUIS ARMSTRONG!
The late Louis Armstrong (often referred to as “Satchmo” or “Pops”) was an American trumpeter, composer, and vocalist, who is considered as one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz music. A beloved figure of his time, he played a crucial role in breaking down racial barriers in the entertainment industry. Throughout his career, he recorded numerous hits, including classics like “Hello, Dolly!”, “When the Saints Go Marching In”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Having collaborated with…
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“IN THE YEAR 2525” by ZAGER & EVANS
“In the Year 2525” is a futuristic, dystopian track that was recorded by American folk-rock duo, Zager and Evans. The lyrics within imagine how life on earth might become, many centuries into the future. It’s particularly characterized by its commentary on technological advancement and the potential consequences. It suggests that technology will surpass human control, as we become more automated, and detached from nature (and emotion), as machines take over more aspects of life. On this very day, August 3rd 1969, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY to JAMES HETFIELD!
James Hetfield is an American singer and musician who is best known as lead vocalist (and primary songwriter) for the heavy metal band, Metallica. Some of this group’s most memorable songs include “Enter Sandman”, “Master of Puppets”, “One”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Led by Hetfield, Metallica has received multiple accolades honoring their contributions to heavy metal, and in 2009, they were officially inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, August 3rd 1963, James…
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R.I.P. JIMMY JONES!
Jimmy Jones was an American singer-songwriter who was born in Birmingham, Alabama on June 2nd, 1930. He was well known for singing in a soulful falsetto tone modeled after greats like Clyde McPhatter and Sam Cooke. His songs often blended a mix of R&B, Pop and Doo-Wop, as shown in his single, “Good Timing” which was a #1 hit in the U.K. On this very day, August 2nd 2012, Jimmy Jones died in Aberdeen, North Carolina (at 82 years of age). In memory of his passing, I’ve chosen a song…
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“GENIE IN A BOTTLE” by CHRISTINA AGUILERA
The song “Genie in a Bottle” is a sexy R&B track that was recorded by American pop singer, Christina Aguilera. The lyrics within revolve around the narrator’s emotional desires mixed with a heavy dose of sexual foreplay. In the year 2000, this song kicked off a new millennium by garnering a Grammy nomination for “Best Female Pop Vocal Performance”. On this very day, August 2nd 1999, 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…
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