Discover the essential James Brown collection with this definitive compilation of 20 all-time greatest hits. From funk foundations to soul-stirring classics, this curated selection showcases the Godfather of Soul at his most influential, featuring his most iconic recordings that shaped popular music. Perfect for longtime devotees and newcomers alike, this collection captures the raw energy, innovative rhythms, and vocal prowess that made James Brown a transformative force in music history. An indispensable addition to any serious soul and funk collection.
Tracklist
| Position | Title/Credits | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | I Got You (I Feel Good) Written-By – James Brown | 2:46 |
| A2 | Get Up (I Feel Like Being A) Sex Machine, Pt. 1 Written-By – Bobby Byrd, James Brown, Ron Lenhoff | 5:15 |
| A3 | I Got The Feelin' Written-By – James Brown | 2:38 |
| A4 | Mother Popcorn, Pt. 1 Written-By – James Brown, Alfred Ellis* | 3:16 |
| A5 | Give It Up Or Turnit A Loose Written-By – Charles Bobbit | 3:11 |
| B6 | Make It Funky, Pt. 1 Written-By – Charles Bobbit, James Brown | 3:15 |
| B7 | Papa's Got A Brand New Bag, Pt. 1 Written-By – James Brown | 2:06 |
| B8 | Think Written-By – Lowman Pauling | 2:45 |
| B9 | It's A Man's Man's Man's World Written-By – Betty Newsome*, James Brown | 2:47 |
| B10 | Try Me Written-By – James Brown | 2:30 |
| B11 | Night Train Written-By – Forrest*, Simpkins*, Washington* | 3:31 |
| C12 | Cold Sweat, Pt. 1 Written-By – James Brown, Alfred Ellis* | 2:51 |
| C13 | Get On The Good Foot Written-By – Fred Wesley, James Brown, Joseph Mims | 3:35 |
| C14 | Papa Don't Take No Mess, Pt. 1 Written-By – Charles Bobbit, Fred Wesley, James Brown, John Starks* | 4:23 |
| C15 | The Payback Written-By – Fred Wesley, James Brown, John Starks* | 7:38 |
| D16 | Say It Loud (I'm Black And I'm Proud), Pt. 1 Written-By – James Brown, Alfred Ellis* | 2:46 |
| D17 | Super Bad, Pts. 1 & 2 Written-By – James Brown | 5:00 |
| D18 | Hot Pants, Pt. 1 Written-By – Fred Wesley, James Brown | 3:07 |
| D19 | Get Up Offa That Thing Written-By – D. Brown*, D. Jenkins*, Y. Brown* | 4:10 |
| D20 | Please, Please, Please Written-By – James Brown, Johnny Terry | 2:44 |