"James Brown Sings Christmas Songs" is James Brown's thirteenth studio album and his first dedicated Christmas album, released in November 1966 by King Records. The album is a collection of Christmas songs performed in Brown's distinctive style, blending elements of soul, funk, and gospel music.
Upon its release, "James Brown Sings Christmas Songs" charted for 11 weeks, reaching its peak position at #13 on Billboard's Best Bets For Christmas album chart on December 16, 1967. The album includes classic holiday tunes such as "Santa Claus Go Straight to the Ghetto," "Let's Make Christmas Mean Something This Year," and "Merry Christmas Baby," among others.
With this album, James Brown brought his energetic and soulful approach to Christmas music, adding a unique flavor to traditional holiday songs. The album continues to be celebrated for its festive spirit and remains a part of James Brown's extensive and influential discography.
