Ray Charles

Ray Charles was one of the most popular and influential early rock and roll musicians. He was also an astounding musician, having amazing talent despite being blind practically since birth. He had numerous hit singles including chart toppers. Georgia on My Mind is the state song of Georgia. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He received the Kennedy Center Honors. He received numerous Grammys. He was a charter member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, an obvious choice.