James Brown - I Cried / World Pt. 2

Year Released: 1965 (from the album Papa's Got a Brand New Bag)
Genre: Soul, R&B.
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: "I Cried" and "World Pt. 2" are tracks from James Brown's pivotal 1965 album Papa's Got a Brand New Bag. "I Cried" showcases Brown's deep soulful roots, a passionate vocal performance over a more traditional R&B ballad arrangement, highlighting his emotional depth as a singer before he fully immersed himself in the raw funk sound. "World Pt. 2" (often a continuation or reprise of "This Is A Man's World" or a related instrumental) further demonstrates the instrumental prowess of his band, often focusing on the intricate interplay between the horns and rhythm section. While "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag" marked Brown's definitive shift to funk, these tracks remind listeners of his formidable capabilities across the R&B spectrum.