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Ray Charles, the legendary musician and civil rights activist, has spent his life overcoming significant obstacles to become one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th century. From his early years as a child prodigy to his struggles with poverty and blindness, Charles has been celebrated worldwide as a genius in the field of music. By blending gospel, jazz, blues, and country music, Charles invented the soul music genre, which has since become widely recognized and influential.
First publish date: 1978
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Ray Charles
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