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| Birth name | James Govan |
| Also known as | The Kid |
| Born | September 2, 1949 McComb, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Died | July 18, 2014 (aged 64) |
| Genres | Blues, soul |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
| Instruments | Percussion |
| Years active | 1969–2014 |
| Labels | Charly, Overture |
James Govan (September 2, 1949 – July 18, 2014) was an American Blues soul singer. His most recent album, I'm in Need, was released in 1996. He had also performed alongside such artists as The Boogie Blues Band and Charlie Wood.
Govan had become one of the favorite musicians on Beale Street. He routinely performed for over two decades at the Rum Boogie Café.
Govan died at the age of 64 on July 18, 2014.