Georgia On My Mind is an iconic song, sung by an iconic artist, Ray Charles. In April 1979, his version of the song was proclaimed the state song of Georgia, and an emotional Charles performed the song on the floor of the state legislature. Celebrating its 60th Anniversary and after many long years, the original studio version of Georgia on My Mind by Ray Charles is now finally available as the only officially authorized recording of the song on all streaming platforms.
~Source: Jazz Everyday!

Ray Charles
September 23, 1930 - June 10, 2004