Historical Artist Profile

Ray Parker Jr.

Biography & Overview

Ray Erskine Parker Jr. (born May 1, 1954) is an American singer, guitarist, songwriter, and record producer. As a solo performer, he wrote and performed the theme song for the 1984 film Ghostbusters and also sounds from the animated series The Real Ghostbusters.

🇺🇸 US Billboard Tracking History 4 Charted Tracks
"Ghostbusters" Entered Charts: 1984
#1 HIT
"The Other Woman" Entered Charts: 1982
Peak: #4
"I Still Can't Get Over Loving You" Entered Charts: 1984
Peak: #12
"Jamie" Entered Charts: 1984
Peak: #14
🇬🇧 UK Official Charts History 3 Charted Tracks
"Ghostbusters" Entered Charts: 1984
Peak: #2
"I Don'T Think That Man Should Sleep Alone" Entered Charts: 1987
Peak: #13
"Girls A Mo Fun" Entered Charts: 1986
Peak: #46