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‘I’ll Be the Villain’: Chris Brown Doubles Down On Everything

Brown went on full blast, lashing the music industry and celebrities, folks offering “fake love” and, well, the majority of us.

Chris Brown has always had his fair share of critics, and he's not afraid to openly express his disdain for them. In a recent Instagram Stories post, the R&B star openly resents the music industry, celebrity culture, and those who offer "fake love." He declares himself the "king," the best and most dominant in the music scene. Brown dismisses the opinions of others, even going as far as to proclaim himself the villain.

His comments came in the wake of receiving honorary mentions from two U.S. lawmakers, Rep. Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. Venton Jones, during a recent R&B tour stop in Dallas. However, Rep. Jones later apologized for his actions, citing Brown's history of domestic violence. Brown, however, remains defiant, stating that he was the one who approached the lawmakers, not the other way around.

He further lashes out at those who dared to backtrack on their initial praise, urging them to leave him alone and focus on his fans. Brown's career boasts an impressive 125 Billboard Hot 100 titles, including 17 top 10 hits and two No. 1 songs. Despite the controversies, he stands firm in his assertion of dominance in the music world.

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