I Don't Mind
James Brown & His Famous Flames, James Brown
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I don't mind your love I don't mind the one You're thinking of But I know, I know You're gonna miss me I don't mind Your body and soul I don't mind your Love growing cold But I know, I know You're gonna miss me I don't mind This is my song I don't mind Goodbye, so long I know, I know You're gonna miss me Yeah I know, I know I know, know, know Know, know, know, know
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Written by: James Brown
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11 facts about this song
Recording Artist"I Don't Mind" is a song by James Brown, an American singer, songwriter, dancer, musician, record producer, and bandleader, often referred to as the "Godfather of Soul."
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Creation and ReleaseThe song was written by James Brown and famous soul singer, Bobby Byrd. It was initially released as a single in 1961 on King Records.
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Side BThis song was issued as the B-side to Brown's "Bewildered," marking its first appearance.
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Album Release"I Don't Mind" was later included in Brown's fourth studio album "The Amazing James Brown and the Famous Flames," which was released in 1961.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot R&B Sides chart.
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Different VersionsThe song was re-recorded and issued on the Smash label in 1964. This version was included on Brown's album "Out of Sight."
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Popular Live VersionA live version of "I Don't Mind," notable for Brown's spoken introduction and orchestral accompaniment, appeared on his 1963 album "Live at the Apollo," which is considered one of the greatest live albums ever made.
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Cover VersionThe song was covered by "The Who" in their 1965 debut album "My Generation."
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CharacteristicsThe song is known for its characteristic James Brown-style funk and soul groove.
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Influence"I Don't Mind," like many other works by James Brown, had a significant influence on the development of several music genres, including funk, R&B and soul music.
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LicensingThis song was featured in the soundtrack for Walter Hill's 1979 movie, "The Warriors," and subsequently appeared in the 2005 video game adaptation of the same name.
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