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Ray Charles Robinson (September 23, 1930 – June 10, 2004) was an American singer, songwriter, and pianist. He is regarded as one of the most iconic and influential musicians of the 20th century and was often referred to by contemporaries as "The Genius". Among friends and fellow musicians, Charles preferred being called "Brother Ray". He lost his vision as a child, possibly due to glaucoma, and consequently wore dark glasses. Charles pioneered the soul music genre during the 1950s by combining e
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Meet Ray Charles' 12 kids — and their 10 mothers including one of his Raelettes backup singers - HELLO! Magazine
2026 MLB All-Star Game ❤️ Heartwarming Tribute to Baseball Set to Ray Charles' Moving Rendition of 'America the Beautiful'
In 1972, Ray Charles recorded one of the most iconic renditions of ‘America the Beautiful’
Black Music Month: Singing with 'Soul' to Heal America, Ray Charles Led the Nation Forward - Institute of the Black World 21st Century
How Ray Charles Spontaneously Created 'What'd I Say' in 1959 and Changed Music Forever
Norah Jones To Receive The Ray Charles Architect Of Sound Award At The 2026 Grammy Hall Of Fame Gala
The Genius of Ray Charles is on display in this four-album Tangerine Records Master Series
Review: Ray Charles ‘Love Country Style’ and ‘Ingredients in a Recipe for Soul’ - Rock & Blues Muse
Jon Batiste to Be Honored With Ray Charles Award at Grammy Hall of Fame Gala
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