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Ray Charles, born on September 23, 1930, in Albany, Georgia, was a groundbreaking musician known for blending various musical styles, including rhythm and blues, gospel, jazz, and country. His influential album *Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music* challenged racial barriers and produced iconic hits, while his advocacy for civil rights further solidified his legacy. Charles won numerous awards throughout his career, including 17 Grammy Awards, and passed away on June 10, 2004, leaving an enduring impact on music and culture.

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Ray Charles, born on September 23, 1930, in Albany, Georgia, was a groundbreaking musician known for blending various musical styles, including rhythm and blues, gospel, jazz, and country. His influential album *Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music* challenged racial barriers and produced iconic hits, while his advocacy for civil rights further solidified his legacy. Charles won numerous awards throughout his career, including 17 Grammy Awards, and passed away on June 10, 2004, leaving an enduring impact on music and culture.

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Ray Charles, born Ray Charles Robinson on September 23, 1930, in Albany, Georgia, is one of the most influential

figures in American music history. Despite losing his sight at the age of seven due to glaucoma, Ray Charles overcame tremendous obstacles to become a legendary singer, songwriter, and pianist.
Often referred to as "The Genius," Ray Charles was a pioneer in blending different musical styles, such as rhythm and blues, gospel, jazz, and country music. His innovative approach reshaped popular music in the 20th century. In the 1950s, he made a name for himself with hit songs like “I Got a Woman,” a track that merged gospel fervor with rhythm and blues, marking the birth of what became known as soul music.
One of his most significant achievements was his groundbreaking album *Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music* (1962), which challenged racial barriers by combining country with his soulful sound. This bold crossover produced iconic hits like “I Can't Stop Loving You” and brought Ray Charles mainstream success, demonstrating his versatility and wide appeal.
Charles’s influence extended beyond music. He was an advocate for civil rights, refusing to play in segregated venues, which led to his lifelong ban from Georgia—a ban later overturned, with the state naming "Georgia on My Mind" as its official song in his honor.
Throughout his six-decade career, Ray Charles won numerous awards, including 17 Grammy Awards, and his distinctive voice earned him a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986. His legacy endures through his timeless music, which continues to inspire countless musicians across genres.
Ray Charles passed away on June 10, 2004, but his contributions to music and culture remain indelible. His life story is a testament to overcoming adversity and redefining the boundaries of creativity.

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