Author: DJ Rays Music

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March 28th 2001, Butterfly by Crazy Town

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The song, “Butterfly”, was recorded by American rap/rock band, Crazytown. It features a blend of rock, hip-hop, and electronic elements, and is known for its prominent use of a sample from the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ song, “Pretty Little Ditty”. It topped the charts in several countries worldwide, and in 2009, it was rated at #3 on Billboard’s list of “One Hit Wonders from the 2000s”. On this very day, March 28th 2001, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Lady Gaga

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Lady Gaga is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who is known for her eclectic and unconventional approach to music and fashion. Her most famous singles include “Just Dance”, “Born This Way”, “Bad Romance”, “Edge of Glory”, and today’s song choice. Throughout her sparkly career, she has received many accolades including 13 Grammy Awards and 16 Guiness World records. On this very day, March 28th 1986, Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta was born in New York city (to a middle-class Italian family). In celebration of her birthday, exactly 38 years…

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March 27th 1971, Me and Bobby McGee by Janis Joplin

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“Me and Bobby McGee” is a country-rock song that was originally co-written by Kris Kristofferson, and recorded by the legendary, Janis Joplin. The lyrics within reflect a sense of longing, freedom, and the transient nature of life. Joplin’s rendition of this song (about two drifters) is highly praised for her powerful and soulful vocal performance. In 2002, it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. On this very day, March 27th 1971, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Mariah Carey

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Mariah Carey is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who rose to prominence (in the early 1990s) and is often referred to as the “Songbird Supreme” and the “Queen of Christmas” (due to her vocal range and iconic holiday music). Over the course of her career, she has earned numerous awards, including multiple Grammys. Some of her most well-known songs include “Vision of Love”, “Hero”, “Emotions” “Fantasy”, “Always Be My Baby” and today’s song choice (to name just a few). On this very day, March 27th 1969, Mariah Carey…

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March 26th 1998, Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It by Will Smith

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The song “Gettin’ Jiggy with It” is a fun, up-tempo hip-hop track that was recorded by American rapper, Will Smith. The title and hook of the song popularized the term “jiggy”, which was used (in the late 1990s) to describe a stylish and cool attitude. In 1998, this song won an MTV Video Music Award for “Best Rap Video”, and in 1999, it won a Grammy Award for “Best Rap Solo Performance”. On this very day, March 26th 1998, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Steven Tyler (Aerosmith)

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Steven Tyler is an American vocalist and songwriter who is best known as lead singer of the classic rock band, Aerosmith. His distinctive voice, dynamic stage presence, and flamboyant style have made him a prominent figure in the world of rock music. Some of the bands’ most famous songs include “Sweet Emotion”, “Walk This Way”, “Janie’s Got a Gun”, “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing”, and today’s song choice (to name just a few). Throughout his career, he has won numerous awards, and in 2001, he was inducted into…

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