The One: The Life and Music of James Brown by Smith, RJ

The definitive biography of James Brown, the Godfather of Soul, with fascinating findings on his life as a Civil Rights activist, an entrepreneur, and the most innovative musician of our time Playing 350 shows a year at his peak, with more than forty Billboard hits, James Brown was a dazzling showman who transformed American music.

His life offstage was just as vibrant, and until now no biographer has delivered a complete profile.