Author: DJ Rays Music

“All You Need Is Love” is a catchy sing-a-long that was recorded by the legendary Beatles. The lyrics within convey a simple yet powerful message of love and unity, which became an anthem for the 1960s hippie movement. It was first performed (in 1967) on the first ever live global television link, that was watched by an estimated 400 million people. It went on to top the charts in multiple countries including New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and the U.K. (to name a few). On this very day, August 21st 1967,…

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The song “Rude” is a reggae infused track that was recorded by Canadian pop band, Magic. The lyrics within tell the story of a man who ask his girlfriend’s father for permission to marry her (but gets rejected). This track achieved commercial success, reaching the #1 chart position in several countries, including the U.K.. In Canada, it peaked at #6 nationally, and won the Juno Award for “Single of the Year”. On this very day, August 20th 2014, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart.…

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“Three Times a Lady” is a romantic ballad that was recorded by American funk group, the Commodores. It was written by lead singer, Lionel Richie, with the lyrics expressing a deep love and appreciation for his wife. Due in part to the song’s immense popularity, Rolling Stone, Billboard, and Cashbox magazines named the Commodores as its “Top R&B Group of the Year”. On this very day, August 19th 1978, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel…

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