LOS ANGELES (AP) – At 73, Grammy-winning singer Ray Charles is still humbled by the praise he has received throughout his career, especially from fellow artists.
Charles recently was presented with the President’s Merit Award from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences.
”Music is my life, professionally, for nearly 60 years. To be recognized by the academy is still the highest honor,” Charles said.
This month, Los Angeles Mayor Jim Hahn is expected to declare Charles the city’s ”cultural treasure” as part of African-American heritage month.
Charles, an original inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, won his first Grammy in 1960 for ”Let the Good Times Roll.” In 1987, he received the academy’s award for lifetime achievement. In all, Charles has won 13 Grammys.
He had hip surgery late last year and plans to begin touring again in March.
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Ray Charles: “Music is my life”
February 1, 2004
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