Author: DJ Rays Music

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“Everything She Wants” WHAM

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“Everything She Wants” is an eighties pop song that was recorded by the British singing duo known as Wham. Written by George Michael, the lyrics within explore themes of materialism and the pressure to meet expectations within a relationship. An up-tempo beat that’s backed by an incredible bassline, this song went all the way to #1 in Canada. On this very day, June 1st 1985, it was also 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 COREY HART

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Corey Hart is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and musician who gained international fame (in the 1980s) with a series of popular songs. One of his most well-known tracks is “Never Surrender”, which became a chart-topping hit in Canada, and earned him a 1985 Juno Award for “Single of the Year”. In 2016, he was inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame, recognizing his contributions to the Canadian music scene. On this very day, May 31st 1962, Corey Mitchell Hart was born in Montreal, Quebec (to parents Mina and Robert Hart). In…

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“This Is How We Do It” MONTELL JORDAN

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“This Is How We Do It” is a fun party song that was recorded by R&B singer, Montell Jordan. The lyrics within describe a lively Friday night house party (hosted by Jordan) celebrating good times with old and new friends. In 1996, at the 38th Annual Grammy Awards show, it received a nomination for “Best Male R&B Vocal Performance”. On this very day, May 31st 1995, 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 WYNONNA JUDD

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Wynonna Judd is an American singer who’s known for blending elements of country, rock, and blues. Alongside her mother, Naomi, the Judd’s were formed in the early 1980s. Together, the duo rose to fame with popular songs like “Mama He’s Crazy”, “Why Not Me”, and “Grandpa (Tell Me ‘Bout the Good Old Days)”. After The Judd’s disbanded (in 1991), she embarked on a successful solo career, releasing hit singles like “I Saw the Light”, “My Strongest Weakness”, “To Be Loved by You”, and today’s song choice. On this very day,…

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“Reunited” PEACHES & HERB

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“Reunited” is a soulful and romantic ballad that was recorded by R&B duo, Peaches & Herb. The lyrics within express the joy and happiness of being reunited with a former love interest. An instant classic, this song topped the charts in both Spain and Canada. On this very day, May 30th 1979, it was also 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 their album, “Too Hot”, here’s PEACHES & HERB, with…

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R.I.P. B.J. 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 like “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” 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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