Author: DJ Rays Music

Heaven & Earth 

R.I.P. BJ THOMAS

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B.J. Thomas was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Hugo, Oklahoma on August 7th, 1942. Throughout his career, he produced a string of popular singles, including “Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head”, “Hooked on a Feeling”, and today’s song choice. Between the years 1977 to 1981, he earned a total of 5 Grammy Awards, including four that won in the category of “Best Inspirational Performance”. On this very day, May 29th 2021, Billy Joe Thomas died of lung cancer (at 78 years of age). In memory of…

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“WITH OR WITHOUT YOU” by U2

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“With or Without You” is an introspective ballad that was recorded by Irish rock band, U2. The lyrics within explore various themes of love, dependence, and spirituality. In 1988, it earned a Grammy Award for “Song of the Year”, and in 2004, Rolling Stone magazine placed it on their list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All-Time. On this very day, May 29th 1987, 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…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOHN FOGERTY

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John Fogerty is an American musician, singer, and songwriter who is best known as front man for the classic rock band, Creedence Clearwater Revival. Together, this group achieved immense success with a series of hit songs, including “Bad Moon Rising”, “Proud Mary”, “Fortunate Son”, “Have You Ever Seen the Rain?”, and today’s song choice (to name just a few). After CCR disbanded in 1972, Fogerty embarked on a solo career, releasing popular hits like “Centerfield” and “Blue Moon Swamp”. In 1993, he was officially inducted into the Rock and Roll…

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“ALL OF ME” by JOHN LEGEND

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“All of Me” is a romantic ballad that was recorded by American R&B singer, John Legend. The carefully written lyrics within feature a love letter to Legend’s wife, Chrissy Teigen (capturing intimate moments from their real-life relationship). It received multi-platinum certifications in several countries, and in 2015, it won the Grammy Award for “Best Solo Performance”. On this very day, May 28th 2014, 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.…

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“SIR DUKE” by STEVIE WONDER

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“Sir Duke” is a song by that was recorded by legendary soul singer, Stevie Wonder. With an infectious melody and energetic horn arrangements, this iconic track paid tribute to Duke Ellington (one of the most influential figures in jazz history). In 1977, this up-tempo single earned two Grammy Awards, including “Best R&B Song” and “Best Male R&B Vocal Performance”. On this very day, May 27th 1977, 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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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANDRE 3000

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André 3000 is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter who gained fame as one half of the hip-hop duo, OutKast. Alongside Antwan “Big Boi” Patton, this duo recorded many popular singles, including “Miss Jackson”, “Bombs Over Baghdad”, “Hey Ya”, and today’s song choice. Throughout their career together, Outkast won a total of six Grammy Awards, including “Album of the Year” (in 2004). On this very day, May 27th 1975, Andre Lauren Benjamin (known professionally as Andre 3000) was born in Atlanta, Georgia. In celebration of his birthday, I’ve chosen a…

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