Ray Charles | Mamamimi Me

Ray Charles was a trailblazing American singer, songwriter, and pianist who pioneered the soul music genre by combining elements of blues, jazz, rhythm and blues, and gospel. He lost his vision at a young age due to glaucoma and went on to become one of the most iconic and influential musicians of the 20th century. With a career spanning over five decades, Charles's music has been covered and sampled by numerous artists, including Stevie Wonder and Kanye West. His music remains widely popular, with his songs continuing to be covered and sampled by contemporary artists.