Brown began his career as a gospel singer in Toccoa, Georgia. He first came to national public attention in the mid-1950s as the lead singer of the Famous Flames, a rhythm and blues vocal group founded by Bobby Byrd. With the hit ballads "Please, Please, Please" and "Try Me", Brown built a reputation as a dynamic live performer with the Famous Flames and his backing band, sometimes known as the James Brown Band or the James Brown Orchestra. His success peaked in the 1960s with the live album Live at the Apollo and hit singles such as "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag", "I Got You (I Feel Good)" and "It's a Man's Man's Man's World".
During the late 1960s, Brown moved from a continuum of blues and gospel-based forms and styles to a profoundly "Africanized" approach to music-making, emphasizing stripped-down interlocking rhythms that influenced the development of funk music. By the early 1970s, Brown had fully established the funk sound after the formation of the J.B.s with records such as "Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine" and "The Payback". He also became noted for songs of social commentary, including the 1968 hit "Say It Loud - I'm Black and I'm Proud". Brown continued to perform and record until his death from pneumonia in 2006.
Brown recorded 17 singles that reached No. 1 on the Billboard R&B charts. He also holds the record for the most singles listed on the Billboard Hot 100 chart that did not reach No. 1. Brown was posthumously inducted into the first class of the Rhythm & Blues Music Hall of Fame in 2013 as an artist and then in 2017 as a songwriter. He also received honors from several other institutions, including inductions into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame, and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. In Joel Whitburn's analysis of the Billboard R&B charts from 1942 to 2010, Brown is ranked No. 1 in The Top 500 Artists. He is ranked seventh on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Brown
Studio albums
Please Please Please (1958)
Try Me! (1959)
Think! (1960)
The Amazing James Brown (1961)
James Brown and His Famous Flames Tour the U.S.A. (1962)
Prisoner of Love (1963)
Grits & Soul (1964)
Showtime (1964)
Out of Sight (1964)
James Brown Plays James Brown Today & Yesterday (1965)
Mighty Instrumentals (1966)
James Brown Plays New Breed (The Boo-Ga-Loo) (1966)
James Brown Sings Christmas Songs (1966)
Handful of Soul (1966)
James Brown Sings Raw Soul (1967)
James Brown Plays the Real Thing (1967)
Cold Sweat (1967)
I Can't Stand Myself When You Touch Me (1968)
I Got the Feelin' (1968)
James Brown Plays Nothing But Soul (1968)
Thinking About Little Willie John and a Few Nice Things (1968)
A Soulful Christmas (1968)
Say It Loud - I'm Black and I'm Proud (1969)
Gettin' Down to It (1969)
The Popcorn (1969)
It's a Mother (1969)
Ain't It Funky (1970)
Soul on Top (1970)
It's a New Day - Let a Man Come In (1970)
Hey America (1970)
Sho Is Funky Down Here (1971)
Hot Pants (1971)
There It Is (1972)
Get on the Good Foot (1972)
Black Caesar (1973)
Slaughter's Big Rip-Off (1973)
The Payback (1973)
Hell (1974)
Reality (1974)
Sex Machine Today (1975)
Everybody's Doin' the Hustle & Dead on the Double Bump (1975)
Hot (1976)
Get Up Offa That Thing (1976)
Bodyheat (1976)
Mutha's Nature (1977)
Jam 1980's (1978)
Take a Look at Those Cakes (1978)
The Original Disco Man (1979)
People (1980)
Soul Syndrome (1980)
Nonstop! (1981)
Bring It On! (1983)
Gravity (1986)
I'm Real (1988)
Love Over-Due (1991)
Universal James (1993)
I'm Back (1998)
The Merry Christmas Album (1999)
The Next Step (2002)
Santa Claus Is Definitely Here To Stay
James Brown Lyrics
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'Cause Santa Claus is definitely here to stay in the mind
Ain't no use in saying there ain't no money in the bank for toys
'Cause it was put up a long time ago for a rainy day
Ain't no use in saying you don't love all your brats
'Cause I'm watching you as you hustle them off to play
Keep the family strong with a little faith, love and hope
Ain’t no use, oh now, in crying about spilt milk in the past
Because all the cats had a feast
Ain't no use in worrying about who's doing you wrong
Just leave them there and go away in peace
Ain't no use in saying what you gonna do and what you ain't gonna do
Because with your power, you doing your best
So release yourself from all that strain and take that money out the bank
And just give your, give yourself a rest
Take some of that money in the bank and give yourself a play
'Cause Santa Claus is definitely here to stay
Ain't no use, ain't no use,
Ain't no use
Ain't no use in saying, "Ah, I would like to get rid of them all"
'Cause you know you're only fooling yourself
So grab one hand on the wheel and the other around your kids
And go on and laugh yourself to death
Ain't no use in saying "I wouldn't, I wouldn't give a nickel for them all"
When you know you wouldn't take nothing for either one
So go on tell the truth 'cause if you don't you a lying son of a gun
'Cause you wouldn't take nothing for them all
Ain't no use, oh now
You know I probably won't be there this Christmas
But if I do I still want to say "Merry Christmas" to you and especially you
I wanna say "Merry Christmas" to all the people who can't find themselves
Let's try to get together live in peace
Love one another and treat each and man like he's your brother
With a little love, and kindness
The lyrics of James Brown's "Santa Claus Is Definitely Here To Stay" express the idea that there's no point in denying the existence of Santa Claus or the importance of money for children's toys. The song suggests that it's better to focus on creating a strong family and having faith, hope, and love rather than worrying about past mistakes. Brown advises listeners to let go of their worries, forgive those who've wronged them, and enjoy the holiday season by taking some time to relax and have fun. The final verse encourages people to treat each other with kindness and love, just as they would their own family members.
Overall, the song is a call to embrace the spirit of Christmas and to let go of stress and worry. It reflects Brown's message of positivity and hope, which was a consistent theme throughout his music.
Line by Line Meaning
Ain't no use in saying there ain't no Santa Claus
It's pointless to deny that Santa Claus exists
'Cause Santa Claus is definitely here to stay in the mind
Santa Claus is a permanent figure in our thoughts and beliefs
Ain't no use in saying there ain't no money in the bank for toys
There's no need to say there's not enough money for presents because it was saved for this occasion
'Cause it was put up a long time ago for a rainy day
The money was set aside early for future use on special occasions
Ain't no use in saying you don't love all your brats
It's futile to claim you don't love your children
'Cause I'm watching you as you hustle them off to play
Observing your actions, it's apparent that you care about your children's happiness
Keep the family strong with a little faith, love and hope
Strengthen the family bond with trust, affection, and optimism
And you can always get along
A strong familial relationship leads to a harmonious existence
Ain’t no use, oh now, in crying about spilt milk in the past
There is no point in lamenting over past mistakes
Because all the cats had a feast
Everyone involved in the past has already benefited from the situation
Ain't no use in worrying about who's doing you wrong
There's no point in fretting over those who have wronged you
Just leave them there and go away in peace
The best course of action is to let go of negative emotions and move on
Ain't no use in saying what you gonna do and what you ain't gonna do
Making promises or declarations is pointless without acting on them
Because with your power, you doing your best
With your capabilities, you're making the most of the situation
So release yourself from all that strain and take that money out the bank
Ease the burden by taking the money you saved out of the bank
And just give your, give yourself a rest
Take a break and treat yourself
Take some of that money in the bank and give yourself a play
Use some of the savings to enjoy a leisurely activity
'Cause Santa Claus is definitely here to stay
Enjoy the holiday season because Santa Claus is a constant presence
Ain't no use, ain't no use, Ain't no use
Repeatedly saying things that serve no purpose is pointless
Ain't no use in saying, 'Ah, I would like to get rid of them all'
Expressing the desire to get rid of everything is useless
'Cause you know you're only fooling yourself
It's self-deceiving to pretend that you don't value the things you have
So grab one hand on the wheel and the other around your kids
Take control of your life by balancing your responsibilities with your family
And go on and laugh yourself to death
Live steadfastly and enjoy every moment until the end
Ain't no use in saying 'I wouldn't, I wouldn't give a nickel for them all'
Stating that you wouldn't pay anything for everything is pointless
When you know you wouldn't take nothing for either one
Deep down, you value what you have and wouldn't let them go for anything
So go on tell the truth 'cause if you don't you a lying son of a gun
Be honest because lying will portray you as dishonest
'Cause you wouldn't take nothing for them all
You would cherish everything and not let go of anything
Ain't no use, oh now
It's useless, at the moment
You know I probably won't be there this Christmas
I might not be present during this holiday season
But if I do I still want to say 'Merry Christmas' to you and especially you
If I show up, I want to wish you a 'Merry Christmas,' especially to you
I wanna say 'Merry Christmas' to all the people who can't find themselves
I want to wish a 'Merry Christmas' to those who are lost or struggling
Let's try to get together live in peace
Let's attempt to coordinate and live harmoniously
Love one another and treat each and man like he's your brother
Love and treat everyone like your family
With a little love, and kindness
By showing love and empathy, we can have a happy and peaceful holiday season
Contributed by Ella P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.