Rapp Payback (Where Iz Moses)
James Brown · 1980
8 min · 2 tracks · blues
A vibrant blend of funk and hip-hop that showcases Brown's signature energy infused with urban storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rapp Payback (Where Iz Moses) — The title track features a hypnotic groove and clever wordplay that exemplifies Brown's innovative approach to rhythm and lyricism within a hip-hop context.
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Rapp Payback (Pt. II) — This continuation deepens the narrative established in the first part, showcasing Brown's storytelling ability through infectious beats and engaging hooks.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry in the catalog that doesn't serve as a primary highlight or breakthrough.
- Themes
- hip-hop evolution· funk-infused narratives
- Career context
- Released in 1980, Rapp Payback (Where Iz Moses) marked James Brown's exploration of the burgeoning hip-hop genre while he was already an established funk icon. This album came during a period when Brown was adapting his sound to appeal to younger audiences, following the commercial success of his earlier works like The Payback in 1973.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Sly and the Family Stone· Parliament-Funkadelic
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Rapp Payback (Where Iz Moses)
Brown speaks directly to social issues facing the community, embodying a call for awareness and action.
This direct address contrasts with typical party themes in funk at the time, underscoring Brown's role as a socially conscious artist.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rapp Payback (Where Iz Moses) 4:40
- 2 Rapp Payback (Pt. II) (Where Iz Moses) 3:28
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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