Author: DJ Rays Music

“Kung Fu Fighting” is a classic disco track recorded by Jamaican-born singer, Carl Douglas. In 1974, it received a gold certification, and eventually went on to sell eleven million records worldwide (making it one of the best-selling singles of all-time). This success helped it top the charts in many countries worldwide, including France, Austria, Belgium, Canada, and the U.K. (just to name a few). On this very day, December 19th 1974, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen,…

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The song “Run It” is a popular R&B track that was recorded by American singer, Chris Brown. It features an upbeat R&B/Hip-Hop sound that showcases Brown’s soulful vocal abilities. In 2006, the song’s music video earned nominations (at the MTV Video Music Awards show) for “Best New Artist” and “Viewer’s Choice”. On this very day, December 18th 2005, 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. From his self-titled album, here’s…

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“Here Comes the Hotstepper” is a Caribbean style pop song that was recorded by Jamaican reggae singer, Ini Kamoze. Known for its catchy and upbeat sound, the lyrics within contain elements of “dancehall” and “toasting” (a type of reggae vocal delivery). The song’s popularity spread quickly around the world, topping the charts in countries like Denmark, New Zealand, and Canada. On this very day, December 17th 1994, 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…

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The song “Babe” is a power ballad that was recorded by American rock band, Styx. Written by lead singer, Dennis DeYoung, the lyrics within express feelings of sadness and pain (when separated from a loved one). It’s said that the singer wrote the track as a birthday present for his wife, Suzanne. Topping the charts in Canada and South Africa, this love song went on to win a People’s Choice Award as the best song of 1980. On this very day, December 16th 1979, it was the #1 song in…

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