Same Beat (Part 1) Fred Wesley & The J.B.'s

"Same Beat (Part 1)" by Fred Wesley & The J.B.'s, released in 1973, is a funk instrumental that emphasizes rhythmic grooves and energetic brass sections. The song explores themes of unity and celebration through its infectious rhythm, encouraging listeners to dance and connect with one another. Unique musical elements include tight horn arrangements and a driving bassline that exemplify the funk genre. Its cultural impact is notable in the way it has influenced later funk and hip-hop artists. #Funk

[Intro]
The J.B.'s, live and bad

[Instrumental]

[Fred Wesley & The J.B.'s]
Same beat ... same beat ... same beat ... same beat
Same beat ... same beat
This is so funky
Same beat ... same beat ... same beat ... same beat
Same beat ... same beat ... same beat ... same beat
Same beat ... same beat ... same beat ... same beat
It's for the people
Same beat ... same beat ...

[Jesse Jackson speech over "Same beat" chant]
I am, somebody; I am, somebody
I may be unemployed, but I am, somebody
I may be unskilled, but I am, somebody
I may be uneducated, but I am, somebody
I may be in jail, but I am, somebody
I am...

Bad
Same beat ... same beat ... same beat ... same beat
Same beat ... same beat ... same beat ... same beat
Same beat

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