Like a Baby

James Brown

About Like a Baby

"Like a Baby" is a song written by Jesse Stone. It was recorded by Vikki Nelson for a Vik records single in 1957. It was also recorded by Elvis Presley for his 1960 album Elvis Is Back!. James Brown and the Famous Flames recorded the song and released it as a single in 1963, which charted #24 R&B. The single's B-side, an instrumental version of "Every Beat of My Heart", also charted, reaching #99 on the Billboard Hot 100. Brown and the Flames performed "Like a Baby" on their 1964 live album Pure Dynamite! Live at the Royal. Wanda Jackson recorded "Like a Baby" for her 2011 album The Party Ain't Over. This is not the song "Like A Baby" recorded by Len Barry (1965) and written by John Madara, David White and Len Barry. 


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2014
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You gave me love, joy
Like a bright shiny toy to a baby
Ooh yes, I am

I'm just a [Incomprehensible]
To be hurt like a baby
Ooh yes, I am

Oh, I cry and I cry, and, oh
I won't be satisfied like a baby
I love you so much
I wanna fell to her touch like a baby
Ooh yes, I am

Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, aah
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, aah

No, I cry and I cry and oh
I can't be satisfied like a baby
Ooh yes, I am

I'm just a [Incomprehensible]
To be hurt like a baby
Ooh yes, I am

Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, aah, ooh, yeah
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, aah

Just like a baby, I'm just like a baby
I'm just like a baby, I'm just like a baby
Just like a baby

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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: BENJAMIN WEISMAN, FRED WISE

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11 facts about this song

Release Date
"Like a Baby" by James Brown was first released in the year 1963, making it one of his earlier music works.
Album
The song is from James Brown's groundbreaking album, "Prisoner of Love," which notably features a compilation of ballads.
Genre Classification
James Brown is famously known as the "Godfather of Soul," hence "Like a Baby" can be categorized under the 'Soul' genre, with elements of rhythm and blues.
Song's Reception
Over years, the song has been widely appreciated for its soulful lyrics and rhythmic music. Though it was not as popularly recognized as some of Brown's later hits, it remains a fan-favorite.
Record Label
"Like a Baby" by James Brown was released under the banner of King Records, an American leading independent record company.
Collaborators
The song features the backing of the Famous Flames, James Brown's longtime backing band.
Song Style
Known for his electrifying performances, James Brown often infused his music with emotive vocals and dynamic dance movements. "Like a Baby" showcases Brown's signature style of soulful singing.
Cover Versions
Since its release, "Like a Baby" has been covered by various artists across different musics genres, demonstrating its timeless appeal.
Song's Theme
"Like a Baby" showcases a certain vulnerability that Brown rarely displayed in his music, which portrays the emotional depth he was capable of.
Legacy
Brown's voice, full of raw emotion and vulnerability in "Like a Baby", is still admired by many contemporary soul and rhythm and blues artists. It testifies the artist's ability to move people with a slow, soulful ballad as much as with high-energy dance tracks.
Performance
Although James Brown was known for his high-energy performances, "Like a Baby" showed a more subdued, emotional aspect of his performance style, indicating his versatility as an artist.

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