Hot Pants

James Brown

About Hot Pants

"Hot Pants (She Got to Use What She Got to Get What She Wants)" is a funk song by James Brown. Brown recorded the song in 1971 and released it that year as a three-part single on his People Records label, which was then distributed by his primary label King. It was a number-one R&B hit and reached number fifteen on the Billboard Hot 100 pop chart in the U. S. along with reaching number ten on the Cashbox magazine charts. "Hot Pants" was Brown's final release under King's purview before he (and the People label) moved to Polydor Records. The song's lyrics are an ode to the captivating power of the title garment, which members of the band first saw on their 1970 European tour. Like much of Brown's funk repertoire, "Hot Pants" has been extensively sampled in hip hop productions, notably by Eric B. & Rakim on the title track of Paid in Full. 


Year:
2002
132 
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One-two 
One-two-three uh! 

Hot pants, hey hot pants uh! Smokin' 
Hot pants, smokin' that, hot pants 

That's where it's at a-that's where it's at 
Take your fine self home 
It looks much better than time 
My fever keeps growin' 
Girl you're blowin' my mind 

Thinkin' of losin' that funky feelin' don't uh! 
'Cause you got to use just what you got 
To get just what you want-a 
Hey hu! 
Hot pants! Hey! Hot pants smokin'! 
Hot pants make ya sure of yourself, good Lord 
You walk like you got the only lovin' left hey 
So brother, if you're thinkin' of losin' that feelin' 
Then don't, ha 
'Cause a woman got to use what she got 
To get just what she wants hey! 
Hey hot pants 
A-look a-hot pants won't make ya dance 
But as slick as you are-ah! You make the pants 
Uh! Hey brother, do ya like it? 
The girl over there with the funky pants on ha! 
She can ah! Do the chicken all night long 
The girl over there with the hot pants on uh! 
She can do the Funky Broadway all night long 

The girl over there with the hot pants on 
Filthy MacNasty all night long 
Get down hu! The one over there 
With the mini dress ha! 
I ain't got time, I still dig that mess 
Get down! But I like the hot pants 
Hey! I like a hot pants 

Ooooh! Bring it home! 
One more! Hit me! Aaay! 
Bring it home! Bring it home! 
Oh uh! Bring it on home 
Bring it on home...

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James Brown

James Joseph Brown (May 3, 1933 – December 25, 2006) was an American singer, songwriter, musician, and recording artist. He is the originator of funk music and is a major figure of 20th century popular music and dance. more »

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Written by: JAMES BROWN

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14 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Hot Pants" was recorded in 1971 and written by the legendary James Brown himself, showcasing his unique touch in music writing.
Chart Performance
The song was notably successful, reaching number one on the R&B charts and claiming the number fifteen spot on the Pop Charts in the U.S.
Multiple Versions
"Hot Pants" exists in various versions, including an unedited version that lasts nearly ten minutes and two shorter versions that were released as a two-part single.
Album
The song is the title track of James Brown's 1971 album, "Hot Pants", released on his own record label, People Records.
Music Elements
"Hot Pants" is a classic example of Brown's funk style, featuring a strong rhythm section, sharp horn lines, and Brown's distinctive vocal performance.
In-depth Lyrics
The lyrics of "Hot Pants" are about fashion and its impact on attraction, particularly women wearing hot pants, which was a trendy piece of clothing of that era.
Personnel
James Brown recorded "Hot Pants" with members of his backing band, The J.B.'s, including Bootsy Collins on bass, Jabo Starks on drums, and Fred Wesley on trombone.
Live Performances
"Hot Pants" was regularly included in Brown's live performances, showcasing his dynamic stage presence and energetic performance style.
Legacy
"Hot Pants" is considered a classic James Brown song and continues to be popular among fans of funk and R&B music.
Sampling
The beat and instrumental arrangements in "Hot Pants" have been frequently sampled by hip-hop artists, underscoring the song's enduring influence.
Cover Songs
It has been covered by a number of artists including The Pussycat Dolls during their "Doll Domination Tour."
Critical Acclaim
The song is recognized as one of the most commercially successful and iconic tracks in James Brown's career.
Shared Vocals
Unlike many of his other songs where Brown performs solo, "Hot Pants" features shared vocals with Bobby Byrd.
Production
The song was produced by Brown himself, showcasing his prowess not only as a songwriter and performer but also as a music producer.

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