Bobby Brown reignited a long-running debate in pop and R&B by declaring Chris Brown—not Usher—as the true successor to Michael Jackson.
When asked who best carries the torch left behind by the King of Pop, the New Edition legend didn’t pause. “Chris Brown is the closest thing to Michael Jackson,” Brown said. “He’s still young, still has something to prove, but he’s on his way.”
That kind of endorsement doesn’t come lightly. Brown’s legacy is stitched into the fabric of modern R&B. He knows firsthand what it means to move crowds with style, voice, and presence.
His assessment cuts deeper than popularity—it speaks to instinct, spectacle, and staying power. In Brown’s view, Chris possesses a restless creativity and physical intensity that echoes Jackson’s legacy more closely than the smooth, calculated moves of Usher.
Chris Brown’s discography now stretches across nearly 20 years. He’s amassed global hits, crossed genres, and kept audiences enthralled with marathon performances and intricate choreography.
He dances with the speed of instinct and sings with a precision that still surprises. Despite the controversies that shadow his name, his musical contributions remain potent. Critics may wrestle with the artist, but many still recognize the raw talent.
Usher, by contrast, is known for elegance and control. His influence is enduring, with albums like Confessions defining an era. His path has been one of consistency and professionalism.
Yet Brown’s comparison isn’t about respectability. It’s about raw energy, spectacle, and risk. Chris Brown, for better or worse, brings volatility—something Michael Jackson also embodied, artistically and personally.
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When asked who best carries the torch left behind by the King of Pop, the New Edition legend didn’t pause. “Chris Brown is the closest thing to Michael Jackson,” Brown said. “He’s still young, still has something to prove, but he’s on his way.”
That kind of endorsement doesn’t come lightly. Brown’s legacy is stitched into the fabric of modern R&B. He knows firsthand what it means to move crowds with style, voice, and presence.
His assessment cuts deeper than popularity—it speaks to instinct, spectacle, and staying power. In Brown’s view, Chris possesses a restless creativity and physical intensity that echoes Jackson’s legacy more closely than the smooth, calculated moves of Usher.
Chris Brown’s discography now stretches across nearly 20 years. He’s amassed global hits, crossed genres, and kept audiences enthralled with marathon performances and intricate choreography.
He dances with the speed of instinct and sings with a precision that still surprises. Despite the controversies that shadow his name, his musical contributions remain potent. Critics may wrestle with the artist, but many still recognize the raw talent.
Usher, by contrast, is known for elegance and control. His influence is enduring, with albums like Confessions defining an era. His path has been one of consistency and professionalism.
Yet Brown’s comparison isn’t about respectability. It’s about raw energy, spectacle, and risk. Chris Brown, for better or worse, brings volatility—something Michael Jackson also embodied, artistically and personally.
Bobby Brown Picks Chris Brown Over Usher Closer To MJ
Bobby Brown reignited a long-running debate in pop and R&B by declaring Chris Brown—not Usher—as the true successor to Michael Jackson.
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