It's a Man's, Man's, Man's World - Orchestral Funk James Brown Cover ft. Morgan James

There's a new movie on the life of legendary funk pioneer James Brown hitting theaters, so with the help of soul phenom Morgan James (from our "Maps" cover), we decided to switch things up this week and cover a James Brown classic. Here's our take on "It's a Man's, Man's, Man's World," also featuring special guests Brandee Younger on harp and Lauren Molina (from the Skivvies) on cello.

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Follow The Musicians:
Morgan James - vocals

Brandee Younger - harp

Lauren Molina - cello

Adam Kubota - bass

Allan Mednard - drums

Scott Bradlee - piano & arrangement

[cmarq]

Scott Bradlee is a genius… not only for the arrangements but also the musicians and singers he chooses and, finally, his perfect taste in the songs he adapts …
( oh… as well as a brilliant player!)
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[timweyman]

If I ever found a bar with these guys playing I honestly don't think I could ever leave :)

[paulstirling]

Morgans James voice is angelic, why this wonderful singer isnt a megastar is a crying shame

[bp-obic]

As always, Morgan is magnificent. Her voice is so amazing and soulful. The way she twists the sounds rivals Aretha.

I'm not sad that she's not more well known, because that keeps her special to me.

Her videos with Doug during the pandemic are a must-see.

[brosepheus]

MJ has the best voice I've ever heard. That's not hyperbole. No one is better.

[kennethpaquin]

Anyone else love what the harp brings to this song?

[slimyelow]

MJ is absolutely spectacular. I have rarely ever heard a voice so breath taking.

[karlpatterson]

This woman should be a big star with that talent and great voice, not to say beauty.

[justinh]

This woman's voice is phenomenal...

[curtyanok]

I don't have word to say how great this is! Morgan is out of this world with her beautiful voice.

[chipsterb]

So I finally listened to this carefully without focusing on the lovely Ms. James. The interplay between the harp and the piano is mind blowing. Fabulous arrangement.

[sugoruyo]

So we've got a grand piano, a cello, a beautiful harp, drums and an upright bass. Then we have the ungodly instrument that is Morgan James' voice. Need any more evidence that PMJ is pure class?

[tundra]

Today is my 16th birthday and it hasn't been the best day but seeing this put a smile on my face. Thank you guys so much. That was beautiful.

[myssangela]

that harp is really gorgeous in this song

[michaellmattiacci]

Morgan James and PMJ, you guys nailed it! This song is sooo smooth and groovy! Scott Bradley, you are the man!!! Thank you for your Vision.

[RamblinRick_]

Much as I love Robyn's voice, the Bradlee & James collaborations are pure magic.  Without Scott, I would have never known about Morgan's incredible talent.  I subscribed to her channel months ago and have listened to it all several times each.  I've probably listened/watched this video a dozen times.  Magic every time...

Sometimes, I gotta listen to the video with my eyes closed. I just want to savor every note and not be distracted Morgan's beauty.

[Mrsecurity]

She puts a lot of soul into this song. Morgan James you got what it takes to be a great singer.

[bigredmatt]

Diction is the art of singing words. Morgan has perfect diction. Every word is clear and clean. This is a masterclass in singing words. I love it.

[peterrombouts]

I saw and heard miss Morgan James last thursday 19febr 2015 in Amsterdam with the fantastic Postmodern Jubox . But she was from a different world .... I'm still in Awe, bless her

[carl-okgn]

the piano in this song is one of the classiest things i've ever heard.