I Don't Mind

James Brown, Pete Townshend

About I Don't Mind

"I Don't Mind" is a rhythm and blues song written by James Brown and performed by Brown and the Famous Flames. Its unusual chord progression – in Brown's words, it "opens with a 13, goes down to a C9, then goes to a G7 and to the A7" – prompted objections during the recording session from producer Gene Redd, who considered it musically "wrong". Released as a single in 1961, it reached number four in the R&B Billboard charts and number 47 in the Pop Billboard charts. Brown and the Flames also performed it on their 1963 album Live at the Apollo.  


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2007
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Oh, oh, oh,oh

I don't mind your love
I don't mind the one
You're thinking of

But I know, I know
You're going to miss me

I don't mind
Your lovesick soul
I don't mind your
Care growin' cold

But I know, I know
You're going to miss me

I don't mind
This is all my song
I don't mind
Goodbye, so long

But I know, I know
You're going to miss me
Goodbye, so long
I don't mind

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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, Johnny Terry

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11 facts about this song

Recording Artist
"I Don't Mind" is a song by James Brown, an American singer, songwriter, dancer, musician, record producer, and bandleader, often referred to as the "Godfather of Soul."
Creation and Release
The song was written by James Brown and famous soul singer, Bobby Byrd. It was initially released as a single in 1961 on King Records.
Side B
This song was issued as the B-side to Brown's "Bewildered," marking its first appearance.
Album Release
"I Don't Mind" was later included in Brown's fourth studio album "The Amazing James Brown and the Famous Flames," which was released in 1961.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot R&B Sides chart.
Different Versions
The song was re-recorded and issued on the Smash label in 1964. This version was included on Brown's album "Out of Sight."
Popular Live Version
A live version of "I Don't Mind," notable for Brown's spoken introduction and orchestral accompaniment, appeared on his 1963 album "Live at the Apollo," which is considered one of the greatest live albums ever made.
Cover Version
The song was covered by "The Who" in their 1965 debut album "My Generation."
Characteristics
The song is known for its characteristic James Brown-style funk and soul groove.
Influence
"I Don't Mind," like many other works by James Brown, had a significant influence on the development of several music genres, including funk, R&B and soul music.
Licensing
This song was featured in the soundtrack for Walter Hill's 1979 movie, "The Warriors," and subsequently appeared in the 2005 video game adaptation of the same name.

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