James Brown & The Famous Flames - It's A Man's Man's Man's World / Is It Yes Or Is It No

Year Released: 1966
Genre: Soul / Ballad

Description:

Released on King Records in 1966, “It’s a Man’s Man’s Man’s World” stands among James Brown’s most iconic ballads — a sweeping, string-laden production that combines operatic drama with deep soul conviction. Brown’s impassioned vocal delivers both pride and pathos, acknowledging men’s accomplishments while reminding listeners that “it wouldn’t be nothing without a woman or a girl.”

The B-side, “Is It Yes or Is It No,” continues in a slower, more intimate vein, featuring understated instrumentation and tender phrasing. Together, the single showcases Brown’s ability to move seamlessly from the gritty urgency of funk to the emotional grandeur of orchestral soul.