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Ray Charles, often called "The Genius," revolutionized modern music by blending gospel, blues, and jazz into a unique soul sound. His timeless hits continue to inspire musicians and fans across generations.
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Q:Where was Ray Charles born?
A:He was born in Albany, Georgia.
Ray Charles Robinson was born in Albany, Georgia, in 1930. His southern upbringing deeply influenced his musical identity, blending gospel, blues, and country sounds into a uniquely soulful style.
Q:How did Ray Charles lose his sight?
A:He became blind from glaucoma at age seven.
A combination of illness and untreated glaucoma caused Ray Charles to lose his vision completely by age seven. This challenge shaped his exceptional listening skills and musical sensitivity.
Ray Charles Fact Sheet
Born

Ray Charles Robinson was born in Albany, Georgia on September 23, 1930.

DiedJune 10, 2004
Top Albums

Ray Charles (Hallelujah I Love Her So) (1957), Genius Loves Company (2004), The Genius of Ray Charles (1959), The Genius Sings the Blues (1961), Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music (1962), The Spirit of Christmas (1985), Genius + Soul = Jazz (1961), Friendship (1984), The Great Ray Charles (1957), Ray Sings, Basie Swings (2006).

Top Songs

Hit the Road Jack (1961), Georgia on My Mind (1960), I've Got a Woman, What'd I Say (1959), Mess Around (1953), I Can't Stop Loving You, I Got a Woman (1956), Unchain My Heart (1961), Hallelujah I Love Her So (1956), Drown in My Own Tears (1956).

Grammys

17 won and 37 nominated.

Billboard Hot 100

3 Number One Hits

11 Top-10 Hits

UK Singles Chart

1 Number One Hit

4 Top-10 Hits

Hall of Fame

Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1986.

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