Author: DJ Rays Music

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April 28th 1998, Too Close by Next

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“Too Close” is a song that was recorded by American R&B group, Next. The lyrics within discuss the temptation of dancing intimately with someone and trying to maintain composure. One of the smoothest and most popular R&B songs of all-time, this track received a platinum certification by the R.I.A.A.. On this very day, April 28th 1998, 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. Released as a single on January 27th…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Sheena Easton

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Sheena Easton is a Scottish singer and songwriter who gained international fame (in the 1980s) with songs like “Telefone (Long Distance Love Affair)”, “For Your Eyes Only”, “Strut”, and today’s song choice. In 1981, she won the prestigious Billboard Music Award for “Top New Artist”, while also winning two Grammy Awards (in 1982 and 1985). On this very day, April 27th 1959, Sheena Shirley Orr (known professionally as Sheena Easton) was born in Scotland (to Annie and Alex Orr). In celebration of her birthday, exactly 65 years ago today, I’ve…

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April 27th 1977, Don’t Leave Me This Way by Thelma Houston

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“Don’t Leave Me This Way” is a disco song that was initially recorded by Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes (in 1975). However, it was Thelma Houston’s rendition that truly popularized it. In 1978, her version won the Grammy Award for “Best Female R&B Vocal Performance”, and in 2021, Rolling Stone magazine included it on their list of the “500 Best Songs of All-Time”. On this very day, April 27th 1977, 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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R.I.P. George Jones

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George Jones (often referred to as “The Possum”) was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Saratoga, Texas on September 12th, 1931. A generational star, he has often been referred to as the “Rolls Royce of Country Music”. Some of his most famous songs include “The Grand Tour”, “She Thinks I Still Care”, “White Lightning”, and today’s song choice. Throughout his entire career, he was a true servant to his genre, which led to his 1992 induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame. On this very day,…

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April 26th 1978, Night Fever by Bee Gees

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“Night Fever” is a disco song that was recorded by the Bee Gees (for the 1977 soundtrack of “Saturday Night Fever”). Known for its catchy melody, danceable rhythm, and falsetto vocals, this dance track played a significant role in popularizing disco music worldwide. It topped the music charts in Brazil, Spain, Ireland, Canada, and the U.K. On this very day, April 26th 1978, it was also 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…

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R.I.P. Lisa Nicole (TLC)

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Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes was an American singer who was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on May 27th, 1971. A member of the popular American girl group, TLC, she became known for her distinctive rapping style. Alongside Tionne Watkins and Rozonda Thomas, TLC released several chart-topping hits, including “Creep”, “No Scrubs”, “Unpretty”, and today’s song choice. Amongst the group’s many accolades, TLC won a total of 4 Grammy Awards, including “Best R&B Album” (in both, 1996 and 2000). On this very day, April 25th 2002, Lisa Nicole Lopes died in a…

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April 25th 1990, Nothing Compares 2 U by Sinéad O’Connor

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“Nothing Compares 2 U” is an emotional ballad that was written by legendary musician, Prince (and recorded by the late Sinead O’Connor). The lyrics within express feelings of deep loss and longing for a former lover. In 2007, VH1 ranked it at #10 on its list of the “100 Greatest Songs of the Nineties”. On this very day, April 25th 1990, 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. Taken from…

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