Quote by Ray Charles
I never wanted to be famous. I only wanted to be great. - Ray Char

I never wanted to be famous. I only wanted to be great. – Ray Charles

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My music had roots which Id dug up from my own childhood, musical roots buried in the darkest soil. – Ray Charles

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Music is my life, professionally, for nearly 60 years. To be recognized by the academy is still the highest honor. – Ray Charles

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Learning to read music in Braille and play by ear helped me develop a damn good memory. – Ray Charles

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