Author: DJ Rays Music

“House of the Rising Sun” was originally a traditional folk song that’s been covered by various artists over the years. One of the most famous versions is by English rock band, The Animals. Their rendition is notable for its bluesy, rock arrangement and Eric Burdon’s distinctive vocals. The lyrics within tell the story of a person’s life that’s gone terribly wrong in the city of New Orleans. The haunting and evocative nature of the song helped it top the charts in various countries around the world, including Spain, Finland, Canada,…

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“I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” is an emotionally-charged power ballad that was recorded by the American rock band known as Aerosmith. The lyrics within express the narrator’s desire to be present (and cherish every moment with a loved one). Due in part to Steven Tyler’s heartfelt vocals, it became the band’s biggest hit, and went on to top the charts in many countries, including Germany, Greece, Italy, Norway, and Australia. On this very day, September 9th 1998, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot…

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“Just the Way You Are” is a romantic pop song that was recorded by American singer-songwriter, Bruno Mars. It was the best-selling digital single of 2011 (with more than 12.5 million copies sold), and that same year, it earned Bruno Mars a Grammy Award for “Best Male Pop Vocal Performance”. Its massive popularity helped it become the #1 song in many countries around the world, including Austria, Scotland, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and the U.K. On this very day, September 8th 2010, it was also the #1 song in America,…

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“Saturday Night” is a song (from the mid-1970s) that was recorded by Scottish pop rock band, the Bay City Rollers. It features an upbeat and catchy sound, characteristic of the glam rock style (popular throughout that era). This song helped the Bay City Rollers become “teen idols” throughout North America, and many were heralding them as the biggest group since the Beatles. On this very day, September 7th 1976, 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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