A Legacy of Making Music That Matters: Florence LaRue & Michael Ray

When we look back on our lives, we all hope we can consider them well lived. But what signifies a life well lived? How much money we made or achieving great fame? Not according to our guests this week. Both have achieved fame and recognition for their musical talent, while recognizing God gave them the words and platform to spread His message of love. We’re talking with Florence LaRue, a singer with the iconic music group The Fifth Dimension, and country music artist Michael Ray.

 

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Florence LaRue

The Fifth Dimension

Lamonte McLemore

“Aquarius” 

COVID

Grace in Your Second Act: A Guide to Aging Gracefully

 

Michael Ray

Warner Music Nashville

Gatlin Brothers 

Oak Ridge Boys 

Garth Brooks

“The Dance”

Opry

Porter Wagoner version of “Green Green Grass of Home”

Ricky Skaggs

“Real Men Love Jesus”

www.michaelraymusic.com

 

Interview Quotes:

“I had no intentions of becoming a singer at all. That was strictly God.” - Florence LaRue

“I enjoy communicating with people. I enjoy the exchange of singing songs and making people feel things, making people happy.” - Florence LaRue

“You are not alone. God is with you always. He loves you more than you know, more than you can understand, more than anyone else could ever love you.” - Florence LaRue

“You know, a prayer doesn't have to be eloquent. It can just be ‘help’ or ‘thank you.’” - Florence LaRue

“[My  grandfather] wanted everybody to have a chance to play music, and to see his passion for it for his entire life was unbelievable.” - Michael Ray 

“I think that's all you can do in this life is try to make the next twenty-four better than the last.” - Michael Ray

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