James Brown's Homegoing (2006)

Highlights from the homegoing for The Godfather of Soul in Augusta, GA on Saturday December 31, 2006. Shared for historical purposes. I do not own the rights.
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[@kimishere]

Thanks for posting this. I Definitely remember this memorial. James died on 12/25/2006 MJ died on 6/25/2009 . We miss both of them very much.

[@alexandria62753]

When Michael speaks its his adorable sweet voice that captivated the World🙏❤️ Legends never die🇺🇸✍️❤️ RIP Mr James Brown☹️

[@theuniqueoneable]

I remember when this came on TV . I was 12. James Brown was a great artist legendary, But I wonder why no other singers beside MC Hammer who was inspired by him didnt come to the funeral. But when I seen MJ come thru I was like that is Michael Jackson. He came to show respect and support to the person who inspired him. Its crazy he was the other one who came thru. MJ a real one frfr ..little did I know MJ would be gone in 3 years smh . Lost them too quick. #RIPToLegends

[@quincycooper79]

MC Hammer is a rapper not a singer

[@wordscontrolminds]

TRUTH! MJ was a pure soul - murdered by the industry. He was key to bringing black musics to every nook and cranny of the whole world.

[@theuniqueoneable]

wordscontrolminds 💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@tahjcarter1874]

I was there

[@theuniqueoneable]

@@tahjcarter1874 i bet that was surreal moment , sad but happy !!!

[@mbrntly11]

James Brown was so huge, even years After making that fantastic Music, he His sound is still powerful and has Influenced many Artist, he was the Originator, of Soul, Rap and Funk Music.

[@michaeladarko223]

I miss Mister Brown so badly even its a long time hes gone.. R. I. P. We still love you 😔😔💔💔💔

[@janhensley3617]

Outstanding post. Thank you LEGEND!

[@londontravellers22]

It's funny because when MJ spoke about JB that's how I felt about MJ. My mum would wake me up when I was about 6 or 7 to watch him perform on TV.

[@mariacastro1622]

Michael jackson had taken some wonderful dancing moves from james brown .i love it . j.b.@m.j rest in peace.2 unique performing artist who are legends@will never ever be forgotten!☺i will cherish both faces 'til the day i die' .i love you forever my kings after jesus.r.i.p. amen

[@kingKOOLIE]

Wow thank you for this. As a lighting designer at the world famous Apollo theater. Eye have lit many James Brown shows. But the most memorable for me was this one. I also did the lighting for his MEMORIAL SERVICE at the Apollo

[@Donisha1982]

Michael was heartbroken 💔

[@rosegupton7804]

I grew up in the south and black and proud was the first time I was actually glad to beblack and we sure as hell voiced it RESTINPEACE PRINCE

[@terriblue5902]

31:44 I just noticed Michael was crying he was so heartbroken

[@belindaburton5519]

That was the best homecoming thank you so very much Mr. James for you beautiful spirit and music you will live on on forever and truly not forgotten Rest Beautiful in the and of Paradise

[@TheRenard10]

James Brown passed on December 25 2006. Eartha Kitt passed on December 25 2008. George Michael passed on December 25 2016. Charlie Chaplin passed on December 25 1977.

[@afrodijah66]

I remember that day 😔I was in my hotel room in Antwerp - Belgium..my girlfriend told me come to look at the news.!! Your favorite singer James brown is dead 😔 I almost had a heart attack.. I cried like a baby that day 😭25 décember what Christmas! ..I will never forget. Thank you for everything Godfather 🙏🏽4ever❤️love 🙏🏽

[@CastanedaCrew4]

I respect Michael not going onto the stage and dancing during Sex Machine…he was there for one thing and one thing only, to say goodbye to his idol, his friend. James Brown.⚡️🙏

[@NAJErEa91]

I clicked on this thinking it was just a news clip. And then 9 minutes in i was like wait hol up ! Someone chronicled and archived this footage ! Looked at the channel name and lo and behold it was theee incomparable ReelBlack Channel ! 🙌💕🎶💯

[@dogsareawesome5502]

i was only three months old when he died but my dad was a huge fan. it's been just over 15 years now. what a shock on christmas.

[@dbrown1]

I watched the movie "Get On Up" - all I can say is he IS the Man! Thanks reelblack for posting this.

[@dariusmcnair601]

James Brown inspired Michael Jackson, Prince & MC Hammer! While Michael was influenced by his music & moves, Prince was inspired by his outfits, Afro & loud screams! RIP James Brown, Michael Jackson & Prince... 3 Legends now resting in Heaven!

[@chrisrodney79]

2006 ... has it been this long already? Wow...

[@terucks]

Christopher Rodney riiiiight

[@toybonnieandfriends2823]

Year I was born

[@chynadoll-corporated.i.r.t7734]

When MJ walked in like a regular I was impressed, because, some people could of lost their minds and jumped on him (he took the risk for James Brown). I believe the world is unbalanced because he is no longer here. He kept us all aware of loving one another with his love and energy. AND...Hammer killed it!!!! Go Hammer!!!

[@diversa1358]

15:07 MJ moment starts

[@barbarad6373]

I am so glad to have that relationship with Jesus and know the trurh

[@jjoycetgutierez9994]

lol even this moment MJ got the spotlight he is magnetic

[@jjoycetgutierez9994]

honestly i came to see MJ

[@alblba3795]

I like to see James Brown daughter dance @ 12:24 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 RIP to both of them❤️❤️. Then MC Hammer @ 12:43 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾❤️

[@tatiannamoss4971]

Damn when did his daughter die?

[@brendadebaisieux7515]

I love you machael Jackson ♥️❤️💕💋👅💙💚😭

[@iZombi]

Cruising through Los Santos in a Turismo playing Funky President on Master Sounds 98.3, 17 years later Rest In Peace brother man Mr Dynamite

[@charlita25]

Alright Hammer 🕺🏽 don’t hurt em

[@_itssofie_]

Its sad seing Michael Jackson giving such a heartwarming speech not knowing that 2 years later the worst year of his life will come..

[@liamclendon3270]

Michael Jackson later purchase the same coffin James Brown had. And insist he be laid to rest in that. 2 years after Michael passed away. Did he know something, why would he prepare himself that way?

[@kenzie7174]

Because hes probably not dead.

[@DezGWChannel412]

adorablejackson exactly Michael fakes his death

[@mjvybz]

Lots of people prepare their own funeral etc by stating what they would like there.. smh

[@sheiladavis6523]

@@DezGWChannel412 ..Well when is Michael Jackson gonna show himself ALIVE !!!! ???? March 25,2021

[@presleyjordan8519]

@@kenzie7174 Michael's gone. But Michael knew he wouldn't be here long, or see his kids grow up. Still, lots of people prepare what they want.

[@ashdalus7724]

MJ we love you..

[@j.frankparnell.radiation]

Thank you So Much. We lost someone.

[@girthaleescouller9128]

Mr. James Brown (Godfather of Soul) and Mr. Michael Jackson (King of Pop) are missed for their great love of fans and wholesome entertainment. ❤️ ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@IndigoTahj]

I was there 💜💜

[@dutchsoulman]

I was here too. it was amazing to be here , luckily 1 day before the funeral ive found someone in augusta who taped the whole ceromony live from local augusta tv station...its bout near 5 hours ..footage.

[@IndigoTahj]

dutchsoulman yes it was remarkable. I’m glad I got a chance to meet James on several occasions and get to know a little about him. We sang back up for him at a church one time and get set it on fire 🤣🔥🔥🔥. He was awesome.

[@dutchsoulman]

@@IndigoTahj I have met him first time in 1985 , then many times between 1985 &2006

[@nitawhite8459]

@@IndigoTahj what a beautiful memory

[@jjoycetgutierez9994]

mj did not perform?

[@iiz6966]

@12:11- The shyt gets REAL with the groove and MC Hammer!!! I have this on VHS tape and that was my favorite part of the whole funeral!

[@barbaraglover4451]

good bye the hardest working man in show business GOD father of Soil James Brown

[@marthaclark802]

Will miss dearly jame brown godfather of soul and michael jackson the king of pop La La La ♥ RIP

[@aysebaykotan3882]

RlP Mr.Brown.Never forget you.❤

[@tom11zz884]

2006, And Michael went a mere 2 years later after this :(

[@ghaicametayer1918]

Actually 2 1/2 years

[@nataliamisixroni5447]

Unbelievable, right?

[@annettearmstrong7319]

James had a SOULFUL life....and GOD had something for him to do.

[@TerraRyzinglives]

I'm glad Hammer went represented the dance influence. I liked that MJ was solemn and showed respect his way. And you know Rev Al was going to show homage to his de facto father ❤❤❤

[@decaturt-bird4142]

This funeral was a damn shame. Only Michael Jackson did the right thing.

[@kenzie7174]

Peridot

[@traceyf4842]

Yes,l don't understand it.🤷‍♀️

[@tinyikomanganye657]

I've never seen confusion n unorganized funeral like this one,but looking n viewing J brown's concerts is exactly like his funeral.

[@evanjones7497]

I don’t feel James would have wanted them to be sitting around sad. This was quite the send off

[@ronniemoon57]

What was wrong with the funeral?

[@isacharjones]

12:20 James' daughter dancing followed by Hammer ❤

[@mimewisey7574]

I LIVED 2 HOURS AWAY FROM AUGUSTA, GA....IN OGLETHORPE COUNTY (Crawford, ga) ...AND THERE WAS NO WAY IN HELL I WAS ABOUT TO MISS "THE GOD FATHER OF SOUL" FUNERAL....JAAAAAAAAAAMES BRRRRRRROWNNNNNNN!!!!!!!!!!! I WAS IN THE HOUSE, DAMN IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AND I GOT THE JAMES BROWN T-SHIRT, BABEEEE!!! THANK YOU REEL BLACK, I KNOW YOU GOT THE REEL, REAL, GOOD, "BLACK" STUFF!!!!!!!!!!!👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋👌👌👌👌👌👌✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇

[@yvettekammie8869]

I love Ollie and Rip to the both of them💔

[@LahomaJohnson]

This cerimony was Real about the way James Brown lived and his family made it public to his fans! I appreciate that Micheal Jackson was breif and didn make it about him even though they were calling him on the stage he wanted to mourn and they should have respected that! Shame on M.C. Hammer he seem as if he had to get his lil dance on! I just pray that Mr. James Brown made his peace with God! RIp To Him and Micheal Jackson!

[@barbaraglover4451]

GOD call him home on Christmas day I never for get that day I love you GOD Father of Soul James Brown

[@charlesjenkins4337]

RIP with God in Heaven Amen God Bless

[@loveaisles8620]

Thank you!

[@uncledanielvicente2375]

The draping of casket by his friend was intense

[@carmenvazquezgomez3223]

Su música traspasaba el alma , era único en su estilo ,voz ritmos ,

[@chandraharding4849]

Was that my Ollie Woodson opening the video? I miss Ollie

[@ellisisland1374]

Yes.

[@LorenzoAllen-gc2ux]

Love you james brown you was black american hero

[@barbaraglover4451]

R I P James Brown GOD father of Soul

[@DonteCarroll]

Thank you for posting this!!! I’ve been trying to find the entire memorial BET had it on their site for like a month after it happened this was kinda before social media as we know it now. Do you you know where or who has the entire funeral?

[@chrisevans9523]

Michael is a black man first and when u at the kings funeral it's not about u

[@weotalks2810]

The LATE OLLIE WOODSON WAS A BAD BADDDD BOY.RIP

[@beatz04]

I wish Ali Woodson's segment was available in full somewhere. Searched YT since the first time it aired, but nothing.

[@Xilla-posseLgendary]

so CNN still has to find a way to bash James during his funeral , what a disgrace

[@tonywhite-1540]

Augusta,GA!!! Town of James Brown! Home of Robin Harris, Larry Fishburne, Larry Blackman,etc.

[@marycurry837]

Tony White + We Are Neighbors. I Live In Jefferson County. Louisville

[@viviennemorgan7217]

i don't want james brown coming back but in heaven.

[@momentswithyahya4239]

It is sad to know that Michael Jackson would also die just three years later in 2009. May they both rest in peace ❤🙏🏽

[@jahvyoncasley-el1058]

J Constitute RIP the King of pop MJ

[@briannadaylon90]

This looked like chaos

[@jaquaveonandress649]

It’s James brown funeral lol, ion think he would want it any other way

[@jaquaveonandress649]

It’s James brown funeral lol, ion think he would want it any other way

[@warriorwoman432hz]

Is it true that the last wife he married had his legs cut off trying to get to his bone marrow to prove a paternity suit? If so, that was some real wretched shenanigans to further tear down his legacy.

[@warriorwoman432hz]

@Israel OMG--I was hoping that story wasn't true! What won't they do to disturb the Black man's peace, even in the grave!

[@seansherrod8725]

The HIGHLIGHT for ME was Bobby Byrd & Hammer @ 12:10 - 13:21.

[@c.aa.6241]

Who is the man who singing “walk around heaven”

[@c.aa.6241]

And the me who said “ god has smiled on me”

[@gfos]

@@c.aa.6241 derick monk

[@starchild9608]

The guy singing is Ollie Woodson of the Temptations

[@sistacbell]

Rip Ollie Woodson as well. Loved his voice. Was heartbroken when he died too.

[@DezGWChannel412]

Believe me or not, but James Brown came too my great grandmother’s house back in the early 1970’s when my great grandfather had passed away, he gave her a sympathy card and some flowers, my great grandmother had told me this back in 2015, 3 years before she passed away

[@hhamk3656]

17:00 Bobby Byrd

[@barbaraduncan1908]

Only Jesus decides who enters heaven .

[@sugarplumenigma4850]

In Augusta Georgia s funeral . It was embarrassing how people acted when MJ came in to pay his respects.

[@tylermackey6495]

Who’s the lady who’s looking at it’s casket?

[@alanmorris7669]

MC HAMMER 12:41

[@titlisworld2778]

Mj💔

[@redbloodedamericanman]

15:10 MJ all fucked up on 10 different scripts here

[@starchild9608]

I'm sorry but the white chick he married was so crazy! He had to be desperate to have anything to do with her.

[@briannadaylon90]

She's ALL OVER THE PLACE. On top of the casket, with the background singers and doing solos🤦🏽‍♀️

[@ilae.williams7675]

@@briannadaylon90 ...she was one of James Brown's background singers...

[@lovelyvanessadorahill8585]

That's what famous black men do,get the left over Becky's

[@mirandavinci4146]

Who's Bobby Byrd?

[@___Will__Ferrell]

Was that woman at 4:26 one of the gold diggers after James money ?? She was acting really strange throwing the flower in his coffin.

[@TitanSpeakermanTv5512-j7y]

Michael Jackson

[@charlesjeffery1155]

@10:13 was that Bobby Byrd?????

[@ReverendDalaneyJHWoods]

No James brown capeman Danny ray

[@michaelburton5090]

He’s at 12:31

[@starchild9608]

I love Bobby Bryd

[@segdaassolos]

Gsood Gawd yall

[@Chile2011]

Don’t use The Lord’s Name in vain

[@barbaraduncan1908]

You can ' t put a party in heaven n

[@LimesRickie]

32:00

[@taylerscosplay]

JESUS IS KING

[@ArifMerghani]

Where is aretha franklin patti stevie wonder and smokey robinson diana gordy barry and sly stone

[@nataliamisixroni5447]

Shows who truly meant it when he said he was his idol: Michael Jackson

[@gleianalbiso2388]

Kasama palace niya si Micheal Jackson?!?!

[@barbaraduncan1908]

L

[@shirleynelson4559]

WHAT THE HELL iS GOING ON "? W ALK I N G. 😢

[@globalrei]

all them kids of james i want to be on stage next to michael heeeeeeee heeeeeeeeee then 3 years later michael was dead crazyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy shitttttttttt 7 years after that prince was dead crazy

[@LimesRickie]

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