James Brown
B- Birthday
- May 3, 1933
- Age
- 92
- Height
- 0'1" (2 cm)
- Net Worth
- $3M
About
James Brown, born in 1933, was a highly influential American singer, songwriter, dancer, musician, and record producer. He is widely regarded as the central progenitor of funk music and a pivotal figure in 20th-century music. Known by nicknames like "Mr. Dynamite" and "Godfather of Soul," Brown had a career that spanned over five decades. He significantly impacted the development of various music genres and was among the first inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986, and his music continues to be sampled extensively by hip-hop artists.
Career Timeline
"Please, Please, Please"
James Brown releases his first hit single, "Please, Please, Please".
"Papa's Got a Brand New Bag"
James Brown releases "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag", a groundbreaking funk track.
"Say It Loud - I'm Black and I'm Proud"
James Brown releases "Say It Loud - I'm Black and I'm Proud", becoming a civil rights anthem.
"Sex Machine" Released
Releases "Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine."
Rock and Roll Hall
Inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Arrested for Assault
Arrested for assault.
Death of Soul Godfather
James Brown dies at age 73.
