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James Brown Sings Christmas Songs

by James Brown

Released: November 09, 1966

Soul, Christmas

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Chart Success.

The Album

"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. 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.

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With this album, James Brown brought his energetic…

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…

The album continues to be celebrated for its festive spirit and remains a part of James Brown's extensive and influential discography.

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Essential Tracks

Merry Christmas Baby

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.

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Reception

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.

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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.