Fred Wesley & The J.B.'s - Damn Right I Am Somebody

Today Marks The 50th Anniversary of Fred Wesley & The J.B.'s 4th Studio Album “Damn Right I Am Somebody” Originally Released on May 1, 1974.

“Damn Right I Am Somebody” is an album by Fred Wesley & The J.B.'s, released in 1974 by People Records.

The singles were released from the album “If You Don't Get It the First Time, Back Up and Try It Again, Party”, “Same Beat (Part 1) and Damn Right I Am Somebody (Part I)”

“If You Don't Get It the First Time, Back Up and Try It Again, Party” reached #24 on the U.S. Billboard R&B singles chart and at #104 on the.U.S. Billboard Hot 100.

Same Beat (Part 1) reached #26 on the U.S. Billboard R&B singles chart.

“Damn Right I Am Somebody (Part 1)” reached #32 on the U.S. Billboard R&B singles chart.

The album was is ranked #138 in the best albums of 1974 and #5769 of all time albums.

Track-listing

1. Damn Right I'm Somebody

2. Blow Your Head

3. Im Payin' Taxes, What Am I Buyin'?

4. Same Beat (Part 1)

5. If You Don't Get It The First Time, Back Up & Try 6. It Again, Parrty

7. Make Me What You Want Me To Be

8. Going To Get A Thrill

9. You Sure Love To Ball

By Romie Rome for Musique Funkology.