Hit the road Ray and dontcha come back no more

Ray Charles is dead. His music is timeless, unlike most of the forgettable music of the 80s, 90s and today. Of the few things that might make me feel proud of the country I have disowned, Ray Charles and his music are at the top of the list. I'm sure even the aliens who find the Voyager probe message and listen to his music on the disc will enjoy it. He may be gone, but hopefully we'll always have his music. So long Ray, and thanks for making the world a better place just by having had you in it.