Ray Griff facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ray Griff
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Ray Griff in 1969
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Raymond Griff |
| Born | April 22, 1940 Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
| Died | March 9, 2016 (aged 75) Canada |
| Genres | Country |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 1964 – 2016 |
| Labels | Dot, Capitol |
| Associated acts | George Hamilton IV, Jerry Lee Lewis |
Raymond "Ray" Griff (born April 22, 1940 – died March 9, 2016) was a talented Canadian country music singer-songwriter. He was born in Vancouver, British Columbia. Ray Griff was known for writing many songs and singing his own country hits.
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Ray Griff's Musical Journey
Ray Griff started writing songs in the early 1960s. He loved music and wanted to make it his full-time job. In 1964, he moved to Nashville, a famous city for country music. This move helped him focus on his career.
Early Records and First Hit
Ray Griff began releasing his own songs as a singer in the late 1960s. His first big song was "Patches" in 1970. This song was a new version of a popular soul song by Clarence Carter. Ray Griff's version of "Patches" became a hit, reaching number 26 on the Billboard music charts.
Success with Capitol Records
After recording for a smaller label called Royal American, Ray Griff moved to Dot Records. Later, he joined Capitol Records in 1975. This was a very successful time for him. Between 1975 and 1979, he had eight more songs that made it into the top 40 country hits. His most successful song during this time was "If I Let Her Come In" in 1976. It reached number 11 on the charts, showing how popular his music was.
Later Life and Legacy
Ray Griff continued to make music throughout his life. He passed away in Canada on March 9, 2016, at the age of 75. He left behind a legacy of many country songs that he wrote and sang.
