The album 'There It Is' was released in 1972 by Polydor Records, marking James Brown's first release under this label after leaving King Records. The album reflects Brown's transition towards a more funk and psychedelic sound, with influences from soul and rhythm and blues.
The album's title comes from the lead track 'There It Is', which became a minor hit on the R&B charts. The album includes collaborations with members of his band The J.B.'s, such as Fred Wesley and Bootsy Collins, although the latter had already left the band by that time.
Although it did not achieve the same level of commercial success as earlier works like 'Sex Machine', 'There It Is' is considered by critics as a solid album that showcases Brown's evolution as an artist and producer, with a more experimental sound and lyrics addressing social and personal themes.