I'm a Greedy Man
James Brown
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Pick up on this, pick up on this Ha, hey, I'm a greedy man, a greedy man I'm a greedy man, I'm a greedy man Hey, uh, I'm a greedy man Now, brother don't leave the homework undone Hey, hey, hey Now, brother don't leave the homework undone Wait a minute, sister You got to have something to sit on Before I carry you home Don't say I ain't got it because I can't do without it Too much to rub but not too bad But it's better than dying from something That you never had Uh, uh, Lord, derrierre I may be crude, sometimes it pays But let me tell you something I love those sexy ways, ha I'm a greedy man, I'm a greedy man My name ain't Jodie But my name is Brown, huh I like to love to get down, down, down I'm a greedy man (he's a greedy man) I'm a greedy man Now, brother don't leave the homework undone, hey hey, uh Now, brother don't leave the homework undone, hey I can prove myself, take it off the mat The man better check himself, now run tell that Hey, looka here, looka here Now good strong men don't grow on trees I'm not talking just to tease You're made so sweet, you're made so sweet, you're so sweet You're my pet, come over here little darlin' and wipe this sweat I can feel ya, feel your hand now, feel your hand now It feels so good, ha, it feels so good, ha Hey, hey, now, brother don't (what?) Leave the homework undone Can I scream, Bobby? (One time) Can I scream for 'em? (Go ahead) hey, yeah Huh, good to 'em, look here Now, brother don't leave the homework undone Looka here, I know I'm rough when I'm pleasing, ha Stay on the case, I don't stand no teasing 'Cause I"m a greedy man (he's a greedy man) I"m a greedy man (he's a greedy man) Yes I are (he's a greedy man) Ha, yes I are (he's a greedy man) I love it (he's a greedy man) Hey, hey (he's a greedy man) Yeah (he's a greedy man) Hey (he's a greedy man) Look here now, we better tell 'em one more time (one more) Brother, tell 'em one more time (one more) I don't think they understand us You better tell 'em one more time Now, brother don't leave the homework undone Looka here Now Jab', he's a greedy man (he's a greedy man) Johnny (he's a greedy man) Dave (he's a greedy man) Roland (he's a greedy man) Coleman (he's a greedy man) Cheese (he's a greedy man) What about Cheese? (He's a greedy man) Not Cheese (he's a greedy man) Cheese (he's a greedy man) Fred (he's a greedy man) Wesley (he's a greedy man) Fred (he's a greedy man) Thomas (he's a greedy man) Bobby (he's a greedy man) Bobby (he's a greedy man) Talkin' 'bout ya (he's a greedy man) Talkin' 'bout ya (he's a greedy man) I love the whistle back here Now baby, baby, do you hear me? Close the door, close the door, close the door, close the door, baby Close the door, close the door I'm a greedy man, don't tell my neighbors Don't tell the neighbors, I don't care I just don't want them to know that I've been here I'm a greedy man, don't tell my neighbors Don't tell your brother, don't tell your father Don't let, a-don't let, a-don't, ah, ha 'Cause they know I'm a greedy man (he's a greedy man) I (he's a greedy man) I'm a greedy man (he's a greedy man) I can prove myself, taking out the fat Take care of my business, now run tell that I can prove myself, taking out the fat Your man better check himself, now run tell that Now I'm not talking just to tease Good strong men don't grow on trees Not rough when I'm pleasing Good God, don't stand no teasing, hey 'Cause I'm a greedy man (he's a greedy man) I'm a greedy man (he's a greedy man) I'm going over (he's a greedy man) I'm going over (he's a greedy man) Going over (he's a greedy man) Going to the bridge (he's a greedy man) Going over (he's a greedy man) Hey, yeah, huh, come on
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Written by: CHARLES BOBBITT, JAMES BROWN, CHARLES FRED BOBBITT
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Artistic Genesis"I'm a Greedy Man" was composed and produced by the legendary American singer, songwriter, and dancer, James Brown.
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Release DateIt was released in the year 1971 and quickly became a favorite among fans of funk, soul, and rhythm and blues (R&B).
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Album InformationThe song is a track on James Brown's 42nd studio album, titled 'There It Is.'
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Lyrics MeaningThe lyrics of "I'm a Greedy Man" speak broadly about human greed, desire, and the quest for satisfaction.
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Chart PerformanceDespite being less mainstream than some of Brown's other hits, "I'm a Greedy Man" reached #7 on the Billboard R&B singles chart and #35 on the Pop chart.
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Signature SoundThe song features James Brown's distinct funk style, characterized by a rhythmic, percussive beat, layered vocals, and complex rhythmic structures.
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Social ContextAs with many of Brown's songs, "I'm a Greedy Man" was interpreted by some listeners as a commentary on the socio-economic struggles faced by the African American community at that time.
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Record Label"I'm a Greedy Man" was released under the recording label, Polydor – one of the largest and most influential music companies in the world.
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Musical InnovationJames Brown's music, including songs like "I'm a Greedy Man," is credited with laying the groundwork for multiple musical styles, including funk, hip hop, and disco.
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Influence and Legacy"I'm a Greedy Man," like many of Brown's songs, has enjoyed a lasting legacy, influencing countless artists across various genres and generations.
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