Some James Brown to start your Friday off right! 🎶 | James Brown

James Brown speaks on being seen as a political influence in 1972: "If a man is talking about my culture, that would affect me very deeply. And I would have to speak up and justify my feelings, and my convictions." | James Brown

James Brown’s signature cape routine. His famous stint originated when he was only five years old and went to church regularly with his family. The bishop, Charles Manuel “Sweet Daddy” Grace, often wore a cape that James Brown was drawn to. The cape stuck with him and became a staple of his performances. #LivePerformance | James Brown