Bodyheat is the thirty-seventh studio album by James Brown, released in December 1976. It was recorded in 1976 and produced by James Brown. The album continues the funk direction of its predecessor, with a more polished, dance-oriented sound.
The lead single, 'Bodyheat', reached number 13 on the Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart and number 88 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album also includes tracks like 'Kiss in '77' and 'I'm Satisfied', showcasing Brown's versatility.
Released by Polydor, Bodyheat did not achieve the same commercial impact as some of Brown's earlier works, but it is valued by funk fans for its steady groove and Brown's vocal energy. The album cover features Brown in a striking outfit.