Ray Charles Quizzes

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.

Ray Charles Profile

Born	Ray Charles Robinson was born in Albany, Georgia on September 23, 1930.
Died	June 10, 2004
Key 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).
Key Tracks	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).
Grammy Record	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.