Author: DJ Rays Music
“I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU” by BON JOVI
“I’ll Be There for You” is a classic power ballad that was recorded by American rock band, Bon Jovi. Written by the group’s primary songwriting duo, Richie Sambora and Jon Bon Jovi, the lyrics within express the narrator’s longing to make things right in a relationship that has been soured. Partially due to its catchy sound and emotive vocals, in 1990, it earned a Grammy nomination for “Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal”. On this very day, May 17th 1989, it was the #1 song in…
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R.I.P. DONNA SUMMER
Donna Summer was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Boston, Massachusetts on December 31st, 1948. Often referred to as the “Queen of Disco”, she released a string of popular dance hits, including “I Feel Love”, “Hot Stuff”, “She Works Hard for the Money”, and today’s song choice (to name just a few). In 2013, she was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (in recognition for her many contributions to the music industry). On this very day, May 17th 2012, Donna Adrian Gaines (known…
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R.I.P. SAMMY DAVIS JR.
Sammy Davis Jr. was an American singer who was born in New York City on December 8th, 1925. He is mostly remembered as a part of the legendary “Rat Pack” (a group of entertainers that included Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Peter Lawford, and Joey Bishop). His most popular hits (as a solo artist) include “Mr. Bojangles”, “I’ve Gotta Be Me”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, May 16th 1990, Samuel George Davis Jr. died of complications from throat cancer (at 64 years of age). In memory of his…
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“THAT’S THE WAY LOVE GOES” by JANET JACKSON
“That’s the Way Love Goes” is an R&B song that was recorded by American pop singer, Janet Jackson. It marked a noticeable departure from her previous work, incorporating a laid-back and sensual sound that resonated with her fans. Overall, this song won various accolades, including the AMA for “Favorite Soul/R&B Single”, and in 1994, it won the Grammy Award for “Best R&B Song”. On this very day, May 16th 1993, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please…
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R.I.P. JUNE CARTER CASH
June Carter Cash was an American singer who was born in Maces Spring, Virginia on June 23rd, 1929. She was a key part of the Carter Family, a legendary country music group that included her mother Maybelle, and her sisters, Anita and Helen. She also had a successful solo career, recording hits like “Juke Box Blues” and “Ring of Fire”. A five-time Grammy Award winner, she was also the second wife of legendary country music singer, Johnny Cash. On this very day, May 15th 2003, June Carter Cash died from…
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“IF I CAN’T HAVE YOU” by YVONNE ELLIMAN
“If I Can’t Have You” is a song that was written by Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb of the Bee Gees (and was originally intended for the soundtrack of the film “Saturday Night Fever”). However, it was Yvonne Elliman’s version that appeared on the film’s soundtrack, and earned a Grammy Award nomination for “Best Pop Vocal Performance, Female”. On this very day, May 15th 1978, 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…
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