The pop hits that rocketed him to stardom. 10 Ray Charles essentials: "What'd I Say Pts. 1 & 2," "I've Got a Woman," "Hallelujah I Love Her So," "What Kind of Man Are You," "Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying," "Lonely Avenue" and more! An Introduction To Ray Charles A music legend beyond compare, who almost single-handedly laid the groundwork for soul music, American artist Ray Charles proved his mastery with countless jazz, country, R&B, and pop masterpieces during a career that spanned seven decades.