Author: DJ Rays Music

“Be with You” is an up-tempo dance song that was recorded by Spanish pop singer, Enrique Iglesias. The lyrics within convey a sense of passion and desire, expressing the narrator’s longing to be with that special someone. In 2001, it was Grammy-nominated for “Best Dance Recording” after performing exceptionally well in the U.S. nightclub scene. On this very day, July 2nd 2000, 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. Released…

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“Sundown” is a song that was written and recorded by legendary Canadian singer-songwriter, Gordon Lightfoot. The lyrics within describe feelings of jealousy as the narrator observes his partner’s suspicious actions (particularly at sundown). As expected, this song performed exceptionally well in Gordon Lightfoot’s native land (reaching the #1 spot on Canada’s Mainstream Singles chart). On this very day, July 1st 1974, 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. Released…

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“Viva la Vida” (translated as “Live the Life”) is a popular track that was recorded by British rock band, Coldplay. The lyrics within are inspired by historical and religious themes, drawing on imagery related to the French Revolution and the biblical story of King David. Rolling Stone magazine ranked it (at #9) on their list of the “100 Best Songs of 2008”, and in 2009, it won the Grammy Award for “Record of the Year”. On this very day, June 30th 2008, it was the #1 song in America, topping…

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“The Reflex” is a popular eighties song that was recorded by British new wave band, Duran Duran. Most of the photography used in their abstract music video took place during the 1984 “Seven & the Ragged Tiger” tour at Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto, Ontario. Shortly after its release, it went on to top the charts in several countries, including Ireland, Belgium, Canada, and the U.K. On this very day, June 29th 1984, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to…

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