Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CAMILA CABELLO
Camila Cabello is a Cuban-American singer and songwriter who gained prominence as a member of Fifth Harmony. She rose to fame (in 2012) as a contestant on the second season of “The X Factor”. This platform helped form the girl group, Fifth Harmony, which went on to become one of the most successful acts from the show. In December 2016, she left the group to pursue a solo career, and went on to release hit songs like “Havana”, “My Oh My”, and today’s song choice. Her accolades include winning 2…
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“DUKE OF EARL” by GENE CHANDLER
“Duke of Earl” is a classic soul and doo-wop song that was recorded (and co-written) by Gene Chandler. The lyrics within feature a distinctive spoken introduction that creates a character of regal charm and confidence. It has been selected (by the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame) as one of the “500 Songs that Shaped Rock & Roll”, and in 2002, it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. On this very day, March 3rd 1962, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY JON BON JOVI
Jon Bon Jovi is an American singer and songwriter who is best known as the founder and frontman for his namesake band, Bon Jovi. Some of the group’s most popular singles include “Livin’ on a Prayer”, “You Give Love a Bad Name”, “Wanted Dead or Alive”, “I’ll Be There for You”, “Bad Medicine”, “Always”, and today’s song choice. Over the years, he has received numerous awards and honors, including a 2018 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, March 2nd 1962, he was born…
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“LIVIN’ ON A PRAYER” by BON JOVI
“Livin’ on a Prayer”, is an iconic 1980s song that was recorded by American rock band, Bon Jovi. The lyrics within tell the story of a working-class couple, Tommy and Gina, who are facing financial hardships, but find strength in their love for one another. Considered as the band’s signature hit, “Livin’ on a Prayer” topped fan-voted lists and continued re-charting around the world (many years after its original release). In January 2023, the song’s music video reached 1 billion views on YouTube, and is considered one of the greatest…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROGER DALTREY
Roger Daltrey is an English singer who is both (front man and co-founder) of The Who. Known for his powerful and energetic stage presence, he provided lead vocals on the Whos’ biggest hits, including, “My Generation”, “Baba O’Riley”, “Won’t Get Fooled Again”, “Behind Blue Eyes”, and today’s song choice. In 1990, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and in 2005, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth for his services to the music industry. On this very day, March1st 1944, he was born in London, England…
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