James Brown

James Brown was an American singer, songwriter, and dancer.

The first success that James Brown had in the music industry was with The Famous Flames, for which he was the lead singer. During this time, Brown began to play solo shows with a backing band, which moved from a gospel and soul sound to a more wild, funk sound. In this time, he had the hit single “I Got You (I Feel Good).” Soon he and others formed the group The J.B.'s, which produced the funk records “Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine.” Brown was known for giving tireless, lively performances.

I just thank God for all of the blessings.James Brown

I used to think like Moses. That knocked me down for a couple years and put me in prison. Then I start thinking like Job. Job waited and became the wealthiest and richest man ever 'cause he believed in God.James Brown

I'm kidding about having only a few dollars. I might have a few dollars more.James Brown

Like Christ said, love thee one another. I learned to do that, and I learned to respect and be appreciative and thankful for what I had.James Brown

Sometimes you struggle so hard to feed your family one way, you forget to feed them the other way, with spiritual nourishment. Everybody needs that.James Brown

James Brown was a famous American singer-songwriter, producer, and actor, who was born on May 3, 1933. As a person born on this date, James Brown is listed in our database as the 3rd most popular celebrity for the day (May 3) and the 9th most popular for the year (1933).

People born on May 3 fall under the Zodiac sign of Taurus, the Bull. James Brown is the 132nd most popular Taurus.

Aside from information specific to James Brown's birthday, James Brown is the 975th most famous American.

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