It's a Man's Man's World - Etta James - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"It's a Man's Man's Man's World" is a powerful soul anthem co-written by James Brown and Betty Jean Newsome. Released by King Records in April 1966, the song is renowned for its haunting melody and profound social commentary. The soul music legend and Betty Newsome's lyrics provide a biting critique of gender dynamics, asserting that while men may have shaped civilization, their world is meaningless without the love and care of women. Musically speaking, the song is an intoxicating blend of blues and gospel, underscored by the Godfather of Soul's impassioned vocal performance and a poignant orchestral arrangement composed by Sammy Lowe. The song was an instant hit, reaching Number 1 on the Billboard R&B chart and peaking at Number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100. Four decades later, blues legend Etta James reinterpreted the song for her 2006 covers album, All the Way. Her version transforms the masculine assertion of the original into a rich, soulful proclamation, punctuating the song's message with her commanding vocals.