The Jimmy Castor Bunch - You Better Be Good My Brightest Day Short Version

Review by Carlos Edu Bernardes Big Charles

You Better Be Good My Brightest Day (Short Version) – A Funky Little Gem from The Jimmy Castor Bunch Alright, let’s talk about You Better Be Good My Brightest Day (Short Version) by The Jimmy Castor Bunch. Released in 1972 under RCA, this album is a tight slice of pure funk goodness that’ll make your hips move faster than you can say “groovy.” It’s got that unmistakable '70s vibe—brassy, bold, and just begging to be played at full blast on a Saturday night. Now, I’m not gonna lie—the title track, You Better Be Good (Or The Devil Gon’ Getcha), hits like a preacher with attitude. From the first horn blast, it grabs your soul and shakes it until you’re either dancing or questioning all your life choices. The lyrics are cheeky but sharp, kinda like when your grandma gives you side-eye for sneaking cookies. Jimmy Castor and co-writers Thomas and Pruitt knew what they were doing—they crafted something that feels both playful and kinda ominous. That line about the devil getting ya? Chills. Plus, the groove is so damn infectious, you might find yourself chanting “better be good” while brushing your teeth. Don’t ask me how I know. Then there’s My Brightest Day (Short Version), which flips the mood entirely. This one’s smoother, like butter melting over hot toast. If the first track is the wild party starter, this tune is where things settle into a cozy groove. It’s got this laid-back charm that makes you wanna lean back, sip something fizzy, and pretend you’re in some swanky club wearing bell-bottoms. Honestly, the short version leaves me wanting more—it teases you with its lush arrangement and then BAM, it’s over before you even realize it. Kinda rude, but also kinda genius. What sticks with me most is how these two tracks balance each other out. One kicks your butt into gear, and the other soothes your frazzled nerves. They’re like peanut butter and jelly—different textures, same delicious vibe. And honestly? Listening to this record feels like stepping into a time machine. You’re transported straight to an era where disco balls hadn’t taken over yet, and funk ruled the airwaves with unapologetic swagger. So yeah, if you haven’t spun this album yet, do yourself a favor and give it a whirl. Just don’t blame me if you start breaking out dance moves in public. Oh, and here’s a random thought to leave you with: Did anyone else notice that the devil probably has killer rhythm? Food for thought.

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Artist: The Jimmy Castor Bunch
Album: You Better Be Good My Brightest Day Short Version

Funk / Soul

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1972

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
You Better Be Good (Or The Devil Gon' Getcha)	2:55
My Brightest Day (Short Version)	1:57

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74-0583

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RCA

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Formats

Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
Single
Promo
Mono

Credits

Role	Credit
Written-By	Thomas, Castor, Pruitt

About The Jimmy Castor Bunch

American soul/funk/disco group with an occasional latin touch. Led by , also featuring who was at the same time member of .

Name Vars

Castor Bunch
J. Castor
J. Castor Bunch
J.C. Bunch
Jimmy Caster Bunch
Jimmy Caster Bunsh
Jimmy Castor
Jimmy Castor Bunch
Jimmy Castor-Bunch
The Bunch
The Jimmi Castor Bunch
The Jimmy Caster Bunch
The Jimmy Castor Band
The Jimmy Castor Burch
The Jimmy Castot Bunch
The Jimmy Castr Bunch
The Jimy Castor Bunch
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Members

Jimmy Castor
Gerry Thomas
Lenny Fridie
Harry Jensen
Doug Gibson
Jeffrey Grimes
Ellwood Henderson
Robert Manigault
Ray Brown
Paul Forney
William King
Leburn Maddox

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Here’s a cool fact: The Jimmy Castor Bunch’s 1972 funk album *You Better Be Good My Brightest Day Short Version* has a track with a title that sounds like a warning from your grandma—"You Better Be Good (Or The Devil Gon’ Getcha)." It’s got that groovy 70s vibe, written by Thomas, Castor, and Pruitt. Funk doesn’t just make you dance—it can also give you life advice!

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saltcreekquilts

2025-03-15

@wurtisbon4 RIP, your grandfather. So sorry, wurtisbon4.

yforapor

2025-03-15

hooray for jimmy !!!

mikoodizon

2025-03-14

RIP.

retinalveinocclusion

2025-03-13

The first Jimmy Castor Bunch album ! Is the Best Funk album of all time and of the world ! GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD

anemosss

2025-03-12

@wurtisbon4 Then you have an amazing grandfather! He is one of the most interesting vintage funk musicians, covering more different styles than others. I have almost all his records (only missing "Dimension 3" and one of the later). His 70's material is great, much of it works even today (especially this LP). Pity that he disappeared from the lists in the 80's, but almost all the 70's funkateers did.

Is he really as healthy and youthful now as he looks in recent videos?

webologixglobalyogendra

2025-03-11

@LiLTurn93

imgesing

2025-03-11

If the horn section on this track isn't Chicago with James Pankow, Lee Loughnane, Walter Parazaider and Danny Seraphine on drums I'll eat my hat, if I wore one.