Rest in peace to one of the greatest minds in music history.

And if you run a blog, site, etc., please be respectful enough to the man to NOT post his mugshot to commemorate him. Next time you listen to a hip-hop song, or frankly, much of popular music, recognize that it would nt have been possible if not for this man. You will be missed.

If you don’t have respect for The Godfather, then you obviously have no soul. Even George Bush respects the man: “Laura and I are saddened by the death of James Brown,” Bush said in a statement. “For half a century, the innovative talent of the ‘Godfather of Soul’ enriched our culture and influenced generations of musicians. An American original, his fans came from all walks of life and backgrounds. James Brown’s family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers this Christmas.”

Read Questlove’s James Brown Tribute

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