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Quote by Ray Charles

“I'm not a jazz singer, blues singer or country singer. I'm a singer that can sing rhythm & blues, that can sing jazz, that can sing country. There's a big difference. In other words, I'm not a specialist.”

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Ray Charles, born on September 23, 1930, was an iconic American singer, songwriter, and music producer. Known for his unique musical style and significant contributions to the music industry, he is regarded as one of the pioneers of soul and blues music. more

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