Author: DJ Rays Music

“That’s the Way Love Goes” is an R&B song that was recorded by American pop singer, Janet Jackson. It marked a noticeable departure from her previous work, incorporating a laid-back and sensual sound that resonated with her fans. Overall, this song won various accolades, including the AMA for “Favorite Soul/R&B Single”, and in 1994, it won the Grammy Award for “Best R&B Song”. On this very day, May 16th 1993, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please…

“If I Can’t Have You” is a song that was written by Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb of the Bee Gees (and was originally intended for the soundtrack of the film “Saturday Night Fever”). However, it was Yvonne Elliman’s version that appeared on the film’s soundtrack, and earned a Grammy Award nomination for “Best Pop Vocal Performance, Female”. On this very day, May 15th 1978, 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…

“West End Girls” is a classic eighties song that was recorded by English pop duo, the Pet Shop Boys. It went on to become one of their most iconic and successful tracks, establishing them as significant figures in the synth-pop genre. The lyrics within explore themes of class and social issues, capturing a sense of urban life. In 1987, “West End Girls” won the Ivor Novello Award for “Best International Hit”, and that same year, it won the Brit Award for “Best British Single”. On this very day, May 14th…