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Definition of James Brown from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

James Brown

 
/ˌdʒeɪmz ˈbraʊn/
 
/ˌdʒeɪmz ˈbraʊn/
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  1. (1933-2006) a US singer and writer of soul music. He was known for his great energy on stage. He received Grammy awards for the songs Papa's Got A Brand New Bag (1965) and Living in America (1986). He spent some time in prison (1988-91) for violence and having a gun.
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