The first time I met Ray, I was going to school around the corner from his house. One day, he was playing the piano. I eased up on the porch to listen to him.
Meaning of the quote
This quote describes how Billy Preston, an American musician, first met his friend Ray. One day, as Billy was walking to school near Ray's house, he heard Ray playing the piano. Billy quietly went up to the porch to listen to Ray's music.
About Billy Preston
William Everett Preston was a highly talented American musician who made significant contributions to various genres, including R&B, rock, soul, funk, and gospel. He was a renowned session keyboardist who worked with many legendary artists and even received a credit on a Beatles recording.
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