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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, they 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. After CCR disbanded in 1972, Fogerty embarked on a solo career, releasing popular hits like “Centerfield” and “Blue Moon Swamp”. In 1993, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day,…

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“All of Me” 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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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANDRE 3000 (Outkast)

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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 (to parents, Sharon Benjamin and Lawrence Harvey Walker).…

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“Sir Duke” 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 LENNY KRAVITZ

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Lenny Kravitz is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who is known for his eclectic music style that blends rock, soul, funk, and retro. Some of his greatest hits include “Are U Gonna Go My Way”, “Again”, “Fly Away”, and today’s song choice (to name a few). Throughout his career, he has won multiple Grammy Awards, including “Best Male Rock Vocal Performance” for four consecutive years. On this very day, May 26th 1964, Leonard Albert Kravitz was born in New York City (the only child of Roxie Roker and NBC…

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“Groovin” YOUNG RASCALS

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“Groovin’” is a song that was recorded by American pop-rock band, The Young Rascals. It’s often associated with the “Summer of Love” (which occurred in the summer of 1967), when almost 100,000 people, mostly young hippies, converged together in San Francisco. In 1999, it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, recognizing its lasting cultural and artistic significance. On this very day, May 26th 1967, 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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R.I.P. DESMOND DEKKER

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Desmond Dekker was a ska and reggae singer who was born in Saint Andrew, Jamaica on July 16th, 1941. Considered a pioneer of reggae music, his lyrics often addressed social and political issues. His most successful songs include “007 (Shanty Town)”, “You Can Get It If You Really Want”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, May 25th 2006, Desmond Dekker died of a heart attack (at his home in London, England). He was 64 at the time. In memory of his passing, exactly 18 years ago today, I’ve…

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“Hollaback Girl” Gwen Stefani

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“Hollaback Girl” is a song that was co-written and recorded by American pop singer, Gwen Stefani. The term “holla back girl” refers to someone who responds to insults with non-violent retaliation. The lyrics within were inspired by a feud between Stefani and “Friends” star, Courtney Love. In 2006, it received several Grammy Award nominations, including “Record of the Year” and “Best Female Pop Vocal Performance”. On this very day, May 25th 2005, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a…

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