Bobby Brown: Chris Brown Closer to Michael Jackson Than Usher, Janet & Bobbi Kristina 🎤
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In this episode of Club Shay Shay, Shannon Sharpe sits down with the legendary Bobby Brown—the original bad boy of R&B, Grammy Award–winning icon, New York Times bestselling author, and chart-topping phenomenon.
Bobby dives into founding Bobby Brown Foods with his wife and shares his love for cooking—especially his unbeatable fried chicken. He reflects on whether his kids will follow in his entertainment footsteps and reveals his all-time favorite song he’s written.
Bobby breaks down his songwriting process, his dynamic collaborations with producer Teddy Riley, and gives us a front-row seat into the making and legacy of My Prerogative. He even reacts to Britney Spears’ controversial remake and opens up about being inspired by icons like Michael Jackson, Prince, Rick James, and Stevie Wonder.
He shares the real story behind MC Hammer asking him to wear parachute pants and reveals how New Edition taught Michael Jackson how to moonwalk sideways, reflecting on his favorite memories of the King of Pop. He also weighs in on Chris Brown vs. Usher as Michael Jackson’s closest successor and recounts meeting Usher for the first time.
From naming his favorite modern artists—SZA, Tems, Jazmine Sullivan, Anthony Hamilton, Bruno Mars—to addressing the hot debate (“Is R&B dead?”), Bobby keeps it real. He drops his Mount Rushmore of R&B singers (Prince, Michael, Marvin, Stevie), reflects on Don’t Be Cruel selling 12 million copies, and gets candid about streaming’s impact on artists, the importance of owning your masters, and surviving fame from a young age. He also opens up about being kicked out of New Edition, how predatory music deals cost him $30 million, and why going solo was the best decision of his career.
Bobby names his top four singing groups of all time—Gap Band, Jackson 5, New Edition, and Kool & the Gang—and reveals his best and worst purchases, including the wild story of spending $1 million in a single day. He reflects on the pain of being taken advantage of by family and friends, and the loss of one of his closest friends to gun violence. He also shares the pride of building his own studio—where artists like OutKast recorded.
From Donald Trump’s cameo in his “On Our Own” video to his run-ins with the law—including getting arrested for dancing with a fan in Georgia—Bobby tells it all. He talks about working with Martin Lawrence in A Thin Line Between Love and Hate, starring in Two Can Play That Game, and why he regrets turning down a role in Strictly Business with Halle Berry and Tommy Davidson.
Bobby looks back fondly on his time on Real Husbands of Hollywood with Kevin Hart, Nick Cannon, and Nelly, and opens up about the intense experience of his reality show with Whitney Houston. He also talks about being shot by an ex-boyfriend of his then-girlfriend—and his romance with Janet Jackson in the ’80s. The R&B superstar shares his mission with the Bobbi Kristina Serenity House, a charity created in honor of his late daughter.
From the highest highs to the most heartbreaking lows, Bobby Brown proves once again why he’s not just a music icon—he’s a cultural legend. Don’t miss this powerful and unfiltered conversation.
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Bobby Brown | EP. 164
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Awesome interview, but I wish you would've allowed Bobby to elaborate more on his friend getting shot up in his vehicle
I love me some Bobby ❤
@ (31:52) Bobby knew exactly who popped into his head, as soon as that question was asked. 😏
I absolutely love this man. He’s been through things that could’ve broke most people. People talk about his weight yet we don’t know if it’s from medication he’s on or still dealing with life struggles. If it’s NOT because of health reasons he should definitely wanna drop some weight. Not to mention how he would be able to perform without being winded. I want us his fans to remember one day all of us will one day become just a memory. We didn’t think we were going to lose Whitney. Let’s extend love and Grace to Bobby. We may one day need it.
Shannon didn't watch the New Edition movie at all! Smh
Omgggg!!! Thx for this ❤
I had the pleasure of meeting, Bobby and his wife at the Taste Of Soul LA. He was grilling and selling plates at an affordable price. I purchased his seasoning. And it was very tasty and flavourful.The seasoning are sold at Simply Wholesome food restaurant.
I hate how Bobby acts like Whitney and Bobbie Christina never existed all he talk about is this new one and her kids 🙄 that aggravates me
Shannon must have asked the same question 75 times during this interview.
An interview with Ralph is definitely needed
T.d jakes wow man
Really Enjoyed the Content of This Interview……Really Interesting….
WHITNEY HOUSTON PUT SOME RESPECT ON HER NAME. 😊😊
I guess Unc never saw the NE movie
Man… I h8 when (blk) people say who’s your mt rushmore… f’k mt rushmore
Not one mention of Whitney. Shameful
Back men with their
MUA's and tight clothes are hilariously pathetic.
Another group??? BTS!! WORLDWIDE phenomenon not only music with them! Their bond is like no others.
Unk bout to make Bobby relapse
F'n GOAT
Shannon asked Bobby if groups will make a comeback. They are still there, it’s K pop now. The Korean market took and ran with the boy bands & girl groups. They sell arenas all over the world
Usher is HANDS DOWN the closest artist to Michael Jackson.
I'm a fan forever God bless all of you.
A 34:04 the credits! I agree! I read all the credits!
A domestic violence house yet he abused Whitney. What a hypocrite
When i say Bobby is a True Aquarius baby, that is what we do.. sit back and watch and observe everything, and everyone ♒️♒️♒️
SHANNON WAS NOT ALLOWED TO GO IN ON BOBBY ABOUT HIS DRUG ABUSE‼️‼️
Yeah I luv how Shannon is revealing stories from our legends that we’ve never heard before. I’m locked in on almost every episode 🙌🏾💯
We with you Shannon! ❤
Bobby wrong. He is the closest thing to Micheal.
Now we know why Shannon was doing so many interviews in Vegas, was getting that young white poonanie while he was there lol.
Respect bobby 🤝🙏👌🏿
Sorry nobody is even close to Michael
27:22 Jehovah!
We need The man himself Denzel Washington on here UNC!!!
Great brother right here
No Gluten smh N that’s why ya seasonings ain’t selling Bobby 😂😂😂
What about the Weeknd?
Bobby was and still is the man. "Don't be Cruel" every song on that album was 🔥
NE 4LIFE