the Temptations song "Message From a Black Man". "Let's Take it to the Stage" by Funkadelic gives a nod to this song with the lyric "Say it loud, I'm funky and I'm proud." R&B/Rock artist Meshell Ndegeocello covers the song during her live performances. References External links [ Song Review] from Allmusic List of songs that sample "Say It Loud—I'm Black and I'm Proud" 1968 singles African and Black nationalism James Brown songs Songs against racism and xenophobia Songs about black people Songs written by James Brown King Records (United States) singles 1968 songs Songs written by Alfred "Pee Wee" Ellis