Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY RAY DAVIES
Ray Davies is a singer and songwriter who is best known as lead vocalist for English rock band, The Kinks. Together, this group achieved success with hits like “You Really Got Me”, “All Day and All of the Night”, “Come Dancing” and today’s attached song link. In 1990, he was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and in 2017, Ray Davies was knighted for his significant contributions to the music industry.Top of Form On this very day, June 21st 1944, Raymond Douglas Davies was born in the…
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“ONE DANCE” by DRAKE
“One Dance” is an R&B infused Hip-Hop track that was recorded by legendary Canadian rapper, Drake. Characterized by its dancehall and afrobeat influences, the lyrics within explore themes of love and desire. It topped the charts in 15 different countries worldwide, and went on to become one of the best-selling digital singles of all-time. On this very day, June 21st 2016, 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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HAPPY BIRTHDAY LIONEL RICHIE
Lionel Richie is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who started his career as lead vocalist of the Commodores. Known for their soulful funk and R&B sound, this group achieved success with hits like “Easy”, “Brick House”, and “Three Times a Lady”. As a solo artist, some of his most iconic hits include “All Night Long”, “You Are”, “Hello”, and today’s attached song link (to name a few). Throughout his career, he has won 4 Grammy Awards, including “Album of the Year” (in 1984) for the LP, “Can’t Slow…
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“I CAN’T HELP MYSELF” by FOUR TOPS
“I Can’t Help Myself” is a classic motown track that was recorded by American vocal quartet, the Four Tops. The lyrics within express a man’s intense and uncontrollable love for his partner, often using sweet and endearing terms like “sugar pie” and “honey bunch”. One of the biggest hits of the 1960’s, Rolling Stone magazine added it to their list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All-Time”. On this very day, June 20th 1965, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANN WILSON
Ann Wilson is an American singer and songwriter who is best known as lead vocalist for the rock band, Heart. Alongside her sister (and lead guitar player) Nancy Wilson, Heart produced a string of hit songs, including “Magic Man”, “Crazy on You”, “Alone”, “What About Love”, and today’s attached song link. In the year 2013, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (as a member of Heart). On this very day, June 19th 1950, Ann Dustin Wilson was born in San Diego, California. In celebration of…
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“HEAD TO TOE” by LISA LISA
“Head to Toe” is a classic 80s dance track that was recorded by Lisa Lisa and the Cult Jam. It’s catchy, upbeat sound blends a unique mix of funk, pop, and freestyle elements. The lyrics within express a strong romantic and physical attraction, with the singer proclaiming her inner feelings toward her love interest. On this very day, June 19th 1987, 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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