Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAMES TAYLOR
James Taylor is an American musician, singer and songwriter who is known for his distinctive voice, introspective lyrics, and a blend of folk, rock, and pop music. He is regarded as one of the greatest songwriters of all-time. His most popular singles, include “You’ve Got a Friend”, “Carolina in My Mind”, “Shower the People”, “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)”, and today’s song choice. Throughout his career, he has won multiple Grammys, including the Lifetime Achievement Award (in 2000). That same year, he was inducted into the…
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“MY GIRL” by TEMPTATIONS
“My Girl” is a classic soul song that was recorded by iconic Motown group, The Temptations. Co-written by Smokey Robinson, it’s well known for its sweet melody, featuring the smooth and distinctive lead vocals of David Ruffin. In 1998, it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, and in 2004, it was ranked at #88 on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All-Time”. On this very day, March 12th 1965, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like…
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“WANNABE” by SPICE GIRLS
The song “Wannabe” was recorded by British girl group, the Spice Girls, with its lyrics emphasizing the importance of friendship over romantic relationships. Its upbeat and empowering message, helped catapult the Spice Girls to become one of the best-selling girl groups of all time. Despite mixed reviews from critics, it won the award for “British Single of the Year” at the 1997 Brit Awards, after topping the charts in 37 different countries around the world. On this very day, March 11th 1997, it was the #1 song in America, topping…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOEL MADDEN
Joel Madden is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who is best known as lead vocalist for the pop-punk band, Good Charlotte. Alongside his twin brother, Benji, he co-founded the band in 1996. Their music often deals with themes of teenage angst, relationships, and social issues. Some of their most popular hits include songs like “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous”, “I Just Wanna Live”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, March 11th 1979, Joel Reuben Combs (known better as Joel Madden) was born in Waldorf, Maryland. In…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY CARRIE UNDERWOOD
Carrie Underwood is an American singer and songwriter who gained widespread fame after winning “American Idol” (in 2005). Since then, her powerful vocals (and engaging stage presence) made her one of the most successful and prominent figures in country music. Her most popular singles include “Inside Your Heaven”, “Jesus take the Wheel”, “Cowboy Casanova”, and today’s song choice (to name just a few). The most awarded country artist of all time, she has been the recipient of many accolades, including 8 Grammy Awards. In 2008, she was inducted into the Grand…
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