Star Time
James Brown · 1991
294 min · 71 tracks · blues
A vibrant collection of funk and soul, showcasing James Brown's dynamic vocal prowess and pioneering rhythms that defined an era.
Top tracks — play these first
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Please Please Please Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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I Got You (I Feel Good) — This track epitomizes Brown's signature sound with infectious energy and memorable horn arrangements, solidifying its status as a classic anthem.
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Papa's Got a Brand New Bag, Parts 1, 2 & 3 — As a revolutionary piece that introduced new rhythms and styles, this song is pivotal in defining the funk genre and showcases Brown's innovative approach.
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Cold Sweat — Often cited as one of the first true funk songs, this track highlights Brown’s rhythmic complexity and laid the groundwork for future artists in the genre.
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Say It Loud—I’m Black and I’m Proud, Part 1 — This powerful anthem not only showcases Brown's vocal intensity but also serves as a cultural declaration during the civil rights movement, making it historically significant.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with peaks
- for dance parties
- engaging live performance energy
- nostalgic vibes of classic
- varied moods across tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise listening experiences
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A comprehensive retrospective, showcasing extensive career highlights without being a primary entry point.
- Themes
- civil rights anthems· funk revolution· soulful performances
- Career context
- Released in 1991, Star Time is a comprehensive box set that captures the essence of James Brown's career from the late 1950s through the early 1980s. By this point, Brown was already an established icon in music, known as the 'Godfather of Soul,' yet this release marked a significant moment in compiling his influential work for both new fans and longtime supporters.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Sly and the Family Stone· Parliament-Funkadelic
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Please Please Please Start here 2:45
- 2 Why Do You Do Me 3:00
- 3 Try Me 2:31
- 4 Tell Me What I Did Wrong 2:21
- 5 Bewildered 2:23
- 6 Good Good Lovin’ 2:19
- 7 I’ll Go Crazy 2:07
- 8 I Know It’s True 2:41
- 9 (Do the) Mashed Potatoes, Part 1 1:52
- 10 Think 2:46
- 11 Baby, You’re Right 2:59
- 12 Lost Someone 3:29
- 13 Night Train 3:39
- 14 I’ve Got Money 2:30
- 15 I Don’t Mind (live) 2:30
- 16 Prisoner of Love 2:26
- 17 Devil’s Den 4:49
- 18 Out of the Blue 2:16
- 19 Out of Sight 2:21
- 20 Grits 3:59
- 21 Maybe the Last Time 3:01
- 22 It’s a Man’s World 3:17
- 23 I Got You 2:28
- 24 Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag, Parts 1, 2 & 3 6:58
Disc 2
- 1 Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag, Part 1 2:08
- 2 I Got You (I Feel Good) 2:45
- 3 Ain’t That a Groove 3:32
- 4 It’s a Man’s Man’s Man’s World 2:47
- 5 Money Won’t Change You 6:02
- 6 Don’t Be a Dropout 4:32
- 7 Bring It Up (Hipster’s Avenue) 4:07
- 8 Let Yourself Go 3:53
- 9 Cold Sweat 7:32
- 10 Get It Together 8:58
- 11 I Can’t Stand Myself (When You Touch Me), Part 1 3:30
- 12 I Got the Feelin’ 2:38
- 13 Licking Stick‐Licking Stick 4:53
- 14 Say It Loud—I’m Black and I’m Proud, Part 1 3:01
- 15 There Was a Time (live) 4:58
- 16 Give It Up or Turn It a Loose 3:11
- 17 I Don’t Want Nobody to Give Me Nothing (Open Up the Door I’ll Get It Myself) 6:00
Disc 3
- 1 Mother Popcorn 6:16
- 2 Funky Drummer 7:01
- 3 Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine 5:16
- 4 Super Bad, Parts 1 & 2 4:27
- 5 Talkin’ Loud and Sayin’ Nothing 9:28
- 6 Get Up, Get Into It and Get Involved 7:04
- 7 Soul Power, Parts 1 & 2 4:24
- 8 Brother Rapp / Ain’t It Funky Now (live) 7:45
- 9 Hot Pants, Part 1 3:07
- 10 I’m a Greedy Man, Part 1 3:36
- 11 Make It Funky, Part 1 3:36
- 12 It’s a New Day (live) 3:49
- 13 I Got Ants in My Pants, Part 1 3:02
- 14 King Heroin 3:57
Disc 4
- 1 There It Is, Part 1 3:21
- 2 Public Enemy Number One, Part 1 5:09
- 3 Get on the Good Foot 4:08
- 4 I Got a Bag of My Own 3:48
- 5 Doing It to Death 5:15
- 6 The Payback 7:28
- 7 Papa Don’t Take No Mess, Part 1 4:24
- 8 Stoned to the Bone, Part 1 3:28
- 9 My Thang 4:38
- 10 Funky President (People It’s Bad) 3:58
- 11 Hot (I Need to Be Loved, Loved, Loved) 5:04
- 12 Get Up Offa That Thing (Release the Pressure) 6:15
- 13 Body Heat 4:31
- 14 It’s Too Funky in Here 5:41
- 15 Rapp Payback (Where Iz Moses) 4:38
- 16 Unity, Part 1 3:41
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
There's a Riot Goin' On
Sly and the Family Stone
Shares a raw funk energy and social commentary, reflecting the spirit of civil rights and collective struggle.
Mothership Connection
Parliament
Delivers high-energy funk with cosmic themes, aligning with the revolutionary spirit found in Brown's performances.
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