Brown was also known for his turbulent personal life, as well as his social activism, both in his songwriting ("America is My Home," "Black and Proud") and advocating the benefits of education to school children.īorn in a one-room shack in the woods of Barnwell, South Carolina, a few miles east of the Georgia border. James Brown worked his way to the top of the funk and R&B music earning the moniker "The Godfather of Soul." His unique vocal and musical style influenced many artists.
Michael Jackson credits him as being he's biggest inspiration to becoming a entertainer. James Brown, the " Godfather of Soul," (May 3, 1933-December 25, 2006) was a prolific singer, songwriter and bandleader, as well as one of the most iconic figures in funk and soul music. They go "a one and a two and up." We start on the downbeat.
The real answer to race problems in this country is education. I like being loud and letting people know I'm there." "I don't really care what people think.
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