Author: DJ Rays Music
“SEXYBACK” by JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE
“SexyBack” is an upbeat dance song that was recorded by American pop singer, Justin Timberlake. Alongside Timberlake’s amazing falsetto vocals, the lyrics within convey the confidence (and ability) to drag some swag back to the dance floor. Certified triple platinum (in the U.S.), this track went on to win the Grammy Award for “Best Dance Recording” (in 2007). That same year, Timberlake won the MTV Video Music Award for “Male Artist of the Year”. On this very day, September 15th 2006, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot…
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R.I.P. RIC OCASEK!
Ric Ocasek was an American singer and musician who is best remembered as lead vocalist (and primary songwriter) for new wave rock band, The Cars. Some of their most popular hits include “Just What I Needed”, “My Best Friend’s Girl”, “Shake It Up”, “Drive”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In 1978, Rolling Stone magazine readers voted The Cars as “Best New Artist”, and in 2018, Ric Ocasek was officially inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (along with…
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R.I.P. PATRICK SWAYZE!
Patrick Swayze was an American actor andsinger who rose to fame (in the 1980s) with a series of successful films, including his memorable role (as Johnny Castle) in the 1987 film, “Dirty Dancing”. This soundtrack included his hit song, “She’s Like the Wind” which reached the #3 spot on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart (in America). It was also a Top 10 hit in Ireland, Sweden, and Australia. On this very day, September 14th 2009, Patrick Wayne Swayze died of pancreatic cancer (at 57 years of age). In memory of his…
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“WHATEVER YOU LIKE” by T.I.
“Whatever You Like” is a popular hip-hop track that was recorded by American rapper, T.I. The lyrics within convey themes of love, generosity and willingness to provide the best for a significant other. In the U.S., it’s considered as one of the most successful songs of the 2000s decade, and has since been certified triple-platinum.. On this very day, September 14th 2008, 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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“HARD TO SAY I’M SORRY” by CHICAGO
“Hard to Say I’m Sorry” is a power ballad that was recorded by American rock band, Chicago. Written by Peter Cetera and David Foster, the lyrics within express regret (and the difficulty of admitting mistakes in a relationship). It went on to top the music charts in Ireland, Italy, Switzerland, and Canada, while receiving a Grammy-nomination for “Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals”. On this very day, September 13th 1982, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like…
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