Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LIONEL RICHIE
Lionel Richie is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who started his career as lead vocalist of the Commodores. Known for their soulful funk and R&B sound, this group achieved success with hits like “Easy”, “Brick House”, and “Three Times a Lady”. As a solo artist, some of his most iconic hits include “All Night Long”, “You Are”, “Hello”, and today’s attached song link (to name a few). Throughout his career, he has won 4 Grammy Awards, including “Album of the Year” (in 1984) for “Can’t Slow Down”. On…
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“I Can’t Help Myself” THE FOUR TOPS
“I Can’t Help Myself” is a classic motown track that was recorded by American vocal quartet, the Four Tops. The lyrics within express a man’s intense and uncontrollable love for his partner, often using sweet and endearing terms like “sugar pie” and “honey bunch”. One of the biggest hits of the 1960’s, Rolling Stone magazine added it to their list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All-Time”. On this very day, June 20th 1965, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANN WILSON
Ann Wilson is an American singer and songwriter who is best known as lead vocalist of the rock band, Heart. Alongside her sister (and lead guitar player) Nancy Wilson, Heart produced a string of hit songs, including “Magic Man”, “Crazy on You”, “Alone”, “What About Love”, and today’s attached song link. In the year 2013, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (as a member of Heart). On this very day, June 19th 1950, Ann Dustin Wilson was born in San Diego, California. In celebration of…
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“I’ll Be Missing You” PUFF DADDY
“I’ll Be Missing You” is a melancholic rap song that was recorded by Puff Daddy and Faith Evans. A tribute to the late Christopher Wallace (also known as Biggie Smalls) this track heavily samples the guitar riff and melody from the 1983 song, “Every Breath You Take” (by the Police). The lyrics within express grief and mourning over the loss of Biggie (and the impact of his death). Faith Evans, who was married to the late rapper, helped it win a 1998 Grammy Award for “Best Rap Performance by a…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAUL McCARTNEY
Paul McCartney is an English singer, songwriter, and musician who gained worldwide fame as a primary member of the legendary Beatles. Aside from his countless tracks with the “Fab Four”, his solo hits (featuring his backup band, Wings) include songs like “Maybe I’m Amazed”, “Live and Let Die”, “Jet”, and today’s chosen song link (to name just a few). In 1997, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to music. On this very day, June 18th 1942, James Paul McCartney was born in Liverpool, England. In celebration…
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“Silly Love Songs” PAUL McCARTNEY & WINGS
“Silly Love Songs” is a classic seventies track that was recorded by Paul McCartney and Wings. The lyrics within address the criticism McCartney often receives for writing (what some perceive as) lightweight love songs. In 2008, Billboard magazine listed it at #31 on their list of the “Greatest Songs of All-Time”. On this very day, June 18th 1976, 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 in April 1976, here’s…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY BARRY MANILOW
Barry Manilow is an American singer and songwriter who is known for his popular ballads and contemporary sound. His most well-known songs include “Looks Like We Made It”, “Mandy”, “Can’t Smile Without You”, “I Write the Songs”, and today’s attached song link. Throughout his career, he has won several Grammy Awards, including “Best Pop Vocal Performance” (for today’s song choice). On this very day, June 17th 1943, Barry Alan Pincus (known professionally as Barry Manilow) was born in New York City. In celebration of his birthday, exactly 81 years ago…
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“Sister Golden Hair” AMERICA
“Sister Golden Hair” is a popular 1970s song that was recorded by classic rock band, America. It features a folk-rock sound with harmonious vocals and a distinctive guitar riff. The lyrics within are often considered to be symbolic, with the title referring to a hypothetical sister figure and the golden hair referring to a particular image or ideal. On this very day, June 17th 1975, it was the #1 song in the U.S., topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use…
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