ABOUT
Rick James (February 1, 1948 - August 6, 2004, b. James Ambrose Johnson Jr.) was an R&B singer, songwriter, and producer with a great deal of crossover appeal combining elements of funk, soul, and rock who became famous during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Best known for the funky, uptempo "You And I" (1978), which topped the R&B charts and made the Top/Rock Top 20, other major hits include "Give It To Me Baby" (1981), "Super Freak" (1981), "Cold Blooded" (1983), and "17" (1984).
Best known songs (with years) include:
- Mary Jane (1978)
- You And I (1978)
- Give It To Me Baby (1981)
- Super Freak (1981)
- Dance Wit' Me (1982)
- Standing On The Top (1982)
- Cold Blooded (1983)
- Ebony Eyes (1983)
- 17 (1984)
- Can't Stop (1985)
Pop charts debut year: 1978
Years active: 1964-2004
Genres: R&B, soul, funk, rock, disco, doo-wop, post-disco
Labels: Gordy, Reprise, A&M, Mercury
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