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Who sang Papa Don't Take No Mess?

James Brown released the song Papa Don't Take No Mess. Date of release: 1974.

Release date: 1974

Duration: 13:52

The story of the song ' Papa Don't Take No Mess '

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The meaning of the song 'Papa Don't Take No Mess ', based on the lyrics

What is Papa Don’t Take No Mess about?

🎶 Papa Don’t Take No Mess song analysis

This song is about a father who is tough but loving. He doesn't accept any mess from his children, but he also doesn't hesitate to show them tough love when they need it. He loves them unconditionally and would do anything for them.

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James Brown - Short Biography

-American singer, dancer, musician, record producer and bandleader.
-Central progenitor of funk music, major figure of 20th century music.
-Honorary nicknames: "the Hardest Working Man in Show Business", "Godfather of Soul", "Mr. Dynamite", and "Soul Brother No. 1".
-Influenced the development of several musical genres.
-One of the first 10 recipients of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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Papa Don't Take No Mess is a funk song by James Brown. It was released as a two-part single in 1974 and became his 17th and last number one R&B hit. The song was also popular on the Hot 100 chart, where it reached number thirty-one. The full-length version of the song is nearly 14 minutes long and can be found on the double album Hell.

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