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James Brown The Boss Lyrics
Total views: 1 time this week / Rating: 7.40/10 [5 votes]Album: Black Caesar / Original Release Date: 1973Genre: SoundtrackSong Duration: 3 min 14 sec
JAMES BROWN
- The Boss Lyrics / with translations1 2 get down
Paid the cost to be the boss
Paid the cost to be the boss
I paid the cost to be the boss
Look at me you know what you see
You see a bad mutha
Look at me you know what you see
You see a bad mutha
Paid the cost to be the boss
Paid the cost to be the boss
Look at me you know what you see
You see a bad mutha
Told you so!
Told you so!
Havin' fun, got money to boot
Havin' fun, got money to boot
Havin' fun, got money to boot
Havin' fun, got money to boot
'Cause I paid the cost to be the boss
Paid the cost to be the boss
Paid the cost to be the boss
Caught, tracked turned my back
Caught, tracked turned my back
Paid the cost to be the boss
I'm a bad mutha, I'm a bad mutha
Head for the turn around
Head for the turn around
Told you so!
Paid the cost to be the boss
Paid the cost to be the boss
Paid the cost to be the boss
I paid the cost to be the boss
Look at me you know what you see
You see a bad mutha
Look at me you know what you see
You see a bad mutha
Paid the cost to be the boss
Paid the cost to be the boss
Look at me you know what you see
You see a bad mutha
Told you so!
Told you so!
Havin' fun, got money to boot
Havin' fun, got money to boot
Havin' fun, got money to boot
'Cause I paid the cost to be the boss
Paid the cost to be the boss
Paid the cost to be the boss
Caught, tracked turned my back
Caught, tracked turned my back
Paid the cost to be the boss
I'm a bad mutha, I'm a bad mutha
Head for the turn around
Head for the turn around
Told you so!
Paid the cost to be the boss
Facts about The Boss
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The Boss is written by James Brown, Charles Bobbitt, Fred Wesley.
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It is first released in 1973 as part of James Brown's album "Black Caesar" which includes 11 tracks in total. This song is the 4th track on this album.
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When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, the interpretation of the song 'The Boss' created by James Brown clearly points out the necessity of paying to be the one to lead and be victorious. The message is totally connoted with power and self-assurance, characterized by an artist who has already gone through the tough routes, is now and finally reaping the benefits of his effort. The 'boss' song mostly accentuates the feelings of joy, empowerment, partying, and independence. Equally important is the empowerment and confidence, success and resilience celebration, and determination that are highlighted in the song. Some of the lyrics could be considered adult themes and language that are inappropriate for very young children, mainly due to the repeated mention of 'bad mother,' which might be seen as a slightly vulgar expression. Nevertheless, the absence of any explicit mention of violence, sex or drug use makes it suitable for a PG rating.
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The Boss falls under the genre Soundtrack.
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The Boss song length is 3 minutes and 14 seconds.
Who wrote The Boss lyrics?
The Boss is written by James Brown, Charles Bobbitt, Fred Wesley.
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When was The Boss released?
It is first released in 1973 as part of James Brown's album "Black Caesar" which includes 11 tracks in total. This song is the 4th track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind The Boss lyrics?
When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, the interpretation of the song 'The Boss' created by James Brown clearly points out the necessity of paying to be the one to lead and be victorious. The message is totally connoted with power and self-assurance, characterized by an artist who has already gone through the tough routes, is now and finally reaping the benefits of his effort. The 'boss' song mostly accentuates the feelings of joy, empowerment, partying, and independence. Equally important is the empowerment and confidence, success and resilience celebration, and determination that are highlighted in the song. Some of the lyrics could be considered adult themes and language that are inappropriate for very young children, mainly due to the repeated mention of 'bad mother,' which might be seen as a slightly vulgar expression. Nevertheless, the absence of any explicit mention of violence, sex or drug use makes it suitable for a PG rating.
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Which genre is The Boss?
The Boss falls under the genre Soundtrack.
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How long is the song The Boss?
The Boss song length is 3 minutes and 14 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): James Brown, Charles Bobbitt, Fred WesleyRecord Label(s): 1973 Universal Records, a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc
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