Author: DJ Rays Music

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“OH, PRETTY WOMAN” by ROY ORBISON

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“Oh, Pretty Woman” is a classic rock & roll track that was recorded by American singer-songwriter, Roy Orbison. The lyrics within tell the story of a man who sees a beautiful woman while walking down the street (and expresses his admiration for her). Within months of its release, this single was gold certified, and ultimately went on to sell more than 7 million copies. In 1999, it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, and was named as one of the “500 Songs That Shaped Rock & Roll”. On…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY GWEN STEFANI

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Gwen Stefani is an American singer and songwriter who gained fame as lead vocalist of the pop-rock band, No Doubt. Together, this group produced many popular songs such as “Don’t Speak”, “Just a Girl”, “Hey Baby”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In the 2000s, Stefani embarked on a solo career and released hits like “Hollaback Girl”, “The Sweet Escape”, and “Rich Girl”. Rolling Stone magazine called her “the only true female rock star left on radio or MTV”, and in 2023,…

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“ROCK ME GENTLY” by ANDY KIM

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“Rock Me Gently” is a soft rock song that was recorded by Canadian singer-songwriter, Andy Kim. The lyrics within express the narrator’s desire for a safe and comforting relationship. Its catchy sound and upbeat tempo allowed it to peak at #2 in the U.K., while topping the charts in Kim’s native country, Canada. On this very day, October 3rd 1974, 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 link. From his…

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R.I.P. TOM PETTY

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Tom Petty was an American singer, songwriter, and musician who was born in Gainseville, Florida on October 20th, 1950. Alongside his backup band, the Heartbreakers, he went on to produce many popular singles like “American Girl”, “Don’t Do Me Like That”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In addition to his work with the Heartbreakers, he also had success (as a solo artist) with songs like “Free Fallin’” and “I Won’t Back Down”. Rolling Stone magazine included him on their list…

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“MAGGIE MAY” by ROD STEWART

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“Maggie May” is a blues-influenced classic rock song that was recorded by British singer-songwriter, Rod Stewart. The lyrics within tell the story of a young man who has a romantic encounter with an older woman (and begins to reflect on his emotions and the consequences of their relationship). In 2004, Rolling Stone magazine added it to their list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All-Time”, and in 2017, it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. On this very day, October 2nd 1971, it was the #1 song in…

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R.I.P. LYNSEY DePAUL

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Lynsey de Paul was a singer, songwriter, and record producer who was born in London, England on June 11th 1948. A two-time Ivor Novello Award winner, she had several hit singles (in the U.K.), including “Won’t Somebody Dance with Me”, “No, Honestly”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Although she was never married, her high-profile relations are well documented. Throughout her life she dated many stars, including Dudley Moore, Ringo Starr, James Coburn, Bernie Taupin, and David Frost. On this very…

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“GIRLS LIKE YOU” by MAROON 5

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“Girls Like You” is a song that was recorded by American pop rock band, Maroon 5. With over 3 billion views on YouTube, and more than 10 million units sold, this song became diamond certified. It topped the charts in several countries around the world, and in 2019 (at the Staples Centre in L.A.), it was Grammy-nominated for “Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. On this very day, October 1st 2018, 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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