R.I.P. James Brown
James Brown was an American singer and songwriter, often referred to as the “Godfather of Soul”. Some of his most popular hit songs include “I Got You”, “Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag”, and “Sex Machine” (to name a few).
Throughout his glorious career, he received numerous awards and honors, including inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. He also earned a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
On this very day, May 3rd 1933, James Joseph Brown was born in Barnwell, South Carolina (to 16-year old Susie and 21 year old, Joseph Brown). Top of FormIn celebration of his birthday, exactly 91 years ago today, I’ve chosen a raw and emotional ballad that features a more vulnerable and serious side to James Brown. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. Released in April 1966, here’s today’s heavenly birthday boy, the late JAMES BROWN, with “IT’S A MAN’S WORLD”….