I have never heard of Rick James. I'm sorry. May he rest in peace.
His most famous song was "SuperFreak."
Try: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B000001AMV/qid=1091822173/sr=8-1/ref=pd_ka_1/102-3933759-6807307?v=glance&s=music&n=507846#product-details
But the release date is the r-relase of the CD -- I think Superfreak was in the 80's.
Saundra, there is a True Hollywood Story episode you must see. It will help you understand Rick James (and this thread.) Well, actually, it's Charlie Murphy's True Hollywood Story. And actually, it may only be funny to those who already know of Rick James but you still should see it because it is great.
Well, maybe now Rick James can put his feet up on the couch. Hopefully, he has crossed that line to heaven.