Ray

Ray Charles, born into a sharecropping family in Florida, lost his sight at seven, a misfortune that sharpened his musical sensibility. His mother’s unwavering insistence on his independence fueled his determination to succeed. Pianistic prowess and soulful voice found their footing in the Southern music scene, where he earned acclaim for blending gospel and country. This fusion catapulted him to global stardom, cementing his legacy as a pioneering figure in soul music.