Tried To Be An Angel

Bonnie Raitt was born in Burbank, California, on this day in 1949. She turns 77 today! 🎉 Bonnie's music has always blended elements of country, rock, folk, and blues. She is known for her songs "I Can't Make You Love Me," "Something to Talk About," and "Just Like That." The latter track won the Grammy Award for Song of the Year in 2023. Bonnie has won 13 Grammys in total, has earned a Kennedy Center Honor, and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2000. Happy birthday, Bonnie!

Lauren Alaina was born in Rossville, Georgia, on this day in 1994. 🎉 The greater world was introduced to Lauren when she auditioned for Season 10 of American Idol in 2011. She was a quick fan favorite, with viewers loving her versions of country hits such as "Any Man of Mine," "Born to Fly," and "I Hope You Dance." Lauren ultimately came in second place that season. A fellow country artist, Scotty McCreery, was crowned the winner. Lauren's career took off after "Idol." She experienced chart success with singles such as "Georgia Peaches" and "Next Boyfriend." Her first #1 hit came in 2016, when she took "Road Less Traveled" to the top spot on the Country Airplay chart. Other chart-toppers have followed, including "What Ifs," "One Beer," "Thinking 'Bout You," and her most recent, "All My Exes." Lauren won the ACM Award for New Female Vocalist of the Year in 2018, has earned two CMT Music Awards, and became a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2022. Now, she's celebrating her 32nd birthday! Have a great one, Lauren! ❤️ 🎂