Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARIAH CAREY
Mariah Carey is an American singer-songwriter who rose to fame (in the early 1990s) and is often referred to as the “Songbird Supreme” (due to her incredible vocal range). Over the course of her career, she has earned numerous awards, including multiple Grammys. Some of her most well-known songs include “Vision of Love”, “Hero”, “Emotions” “Fantasy”, “Always Be My Baby” and today’s song choice (to name just a few). On this very day, March 27th 1969, Mariah Carey was born in Huntington, New York (the youngest of three siblings). In…
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“ME & BOBBY McGEE” by JANIS JOPLIN
“Me and Bobby McGee” is a country-rock song that was originally co-written by Kris Kristofferson, and recorded by the legendary, Janis Joplin. The lyrics within reflect a sense of longing, freedom, and the transient nature of life. Joplin’s rendition of this song (about two drifters) is highly praised for her powerful and soulful vocal performance. In 2002, it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. On this very day, March 27th 1971, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEVEN TYLER
Steven Tyler is an American vocalist and songwriter who is best known as lead singer of the classic rock band, Aerosmith. His distinctive voice, dynamic stage presence, and flamboyant style have made him a prominent figure in the world of rock music. Some of the bands’ most famous songs include “Sweet Emotion”, “Walk This Way”, “Janie’s Got a Gun”, “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing”, and today’s song choice (to name just a few). Throughout his career, he has won numerous awards, and in 2001, he was inducted into…
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“GETTING’ JIGGY WITH IT” by WILL SMITH
The song “Gettin’ Jiggy with It” is a fun, up-tempo hip-hop track that was recorded by American rapper, Will Smith. The title and hook of the song popularized the term “jiggy”, which was used (in the late 1990s) to describe a stylish and cool attitude. In 1998, this song won an MTV Video Music Award for “Best Rap Video”, and in 1999, it won a Grammy Award for “Best Rap Solo Performance”. On this very day, March 26th 1998, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100…
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“HAPPY TOGETHER” by THE TURTLES
The song, “Happy Together” was recorded (in the late 1960s) by American pop-rock band, The Turtles. Characterized by its catchy melody, upbeat tempo, and harmonious vocals, the lyrics within express the joy and happiness that a person experiences when in love. Upon its release, “Happy Together” became a massive hit, and in 2007, it was inducted into the Grammy Hall Of Fame”. On this very day, March 25th 1967, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELTON JOHN
Sir Elton John is an English singer and pianist whose career has spanned over several decades. He came to prominence (in the early 1970s) and quickly became known for his flamboyant stage presence, distinctive voice, and catchy melodies. Some of his most famous songs include “Rocket Man”, “Your Song”, “Crocodile Rock”, “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”, and “Tiny Dancer” (to name just a few). In 1994, he was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and in 1998, he was knighted (by Queen Elizabeth) for his services to the…
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