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Who sang Say It Loud (I’m Black and I’m Proud)?

James Brown released the song Say It Loud (I’m Black and I’m Proud). Date of release: 7/8/1968.

Release date: 7/8/1968
Duration: 03:01
Writer(s): James Brown
Producer(s): James Brown and Alfred Ellis
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The meaning of the song 'Say It Loud (I’m Black and I’m Proud) ', based on the lyrics
What is Say It Loud (I’m Black and I’m Proud) about?
🎶 Say It Loud (I’m Black and I’m Proud) song analysis
This song is about black pride and unity.

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James Brown - Short Biography

- American singer, dancer, musician, record producer and bandleader.
- Nicknamed "the hardest working man in show business", "Godfather of Soul", "Mr. Dynamite" and "Soul Brother No. 1".
- His career spanned over 50 years
- Influenced the development of many musical genres
- He was one of the first 10 inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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The American singer James Brown released the song "Say It Loud (I'm Black and I'm Proud)" in 1968. This song was written by James Brown and Bobby Byrd, and it was produced by James Brown. The song was recorded at James Brown's studio, and it was mixed by Jimmy Douglass.

"Say It Loud (I'm Black and I'm Proud)" is an activist song that celebrates African American pride. The song was written in response to the events of 1968, which saw many protests for equality. The song was a commercial success, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100. The song was certified as a gold record.

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