Ray Davies

Date of Birth: June 21, 1944

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Biography

Ray Davies, born Raymond Douglas Davies, is a celebrated English musician, singer, and songwriter. He is best known as the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist for the rock band The Kinks, which he formed with his brother Dave Davies in 1963. Ray Davies was a central figure in the British Invasion of the United States and has been credited with shaping the sound and ethos of rock music in the 1960s and beyond. His sharp observational lyrics and innovative songwriting set him apart, with hits like “You Really Got Me,” “Waterloo Sunset,” and “Lola” becoming timeless classics. Over his career, Davies has also ventured into solo projects, writing musicals, and authoring books. His contributions to music have garnered numerous awards, including an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

5 Interesting Facts about Ray Davies

1. Ray Davies was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2017 for services to the arts.

2. He survived a near-fatal shooting in New Orleans in 2004 while attempting to catch a mugger.

3. The Kinks’ song “You Really Got Me” is often credited with pioneering heavy metal and punk rock.

4. Davies has written multiple books, including his autobiography “X-Ray” and the fiction novel “Americana.”

5. The Kinks’ album “The Village Green Preservation Society” is considered one of the greatest albums of all time, despite its initial commercial failure.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ray Davies

1. “Music is what I care about. I must have it in my life.”

2. “The thing about The Kinks is, we always thought we were a great band. We had that passion.”

3. “I’ve always been a very private person, but the media – particularly the tabloid press – has always been fascinated by me.”

4. “You can’t kill an idea, especially when it’s a good one.”

5. “To me, songwriting is the closest thing to magic.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Ray Davies’ highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $12 million.

Children

Ray Davies has four daughters: Louisa Davies, Victoria Davies, Natalie Davies, and Eva Davies. Louisa and Victoria are from his first marriage to Rasa Dicpetris, while Natalie and Eva are from subsequent relationships.