Im going to make a splash a few days late on this one because i had to let it sulk for a moment; once i realized it bothered me deeply, the motion began. I usually do not report upon speculation but there seems to be a consensus on this one. Chris Brown was unable to perform a tribute to Michael Jackson at the (cough, cough) BE (cough) T awards, a man who heavily influenced the art and music of Brown.
Amidst his hiatus Chris Brown has been relegated to an outcast by the music community for physically damaging Robyn Fenty. This would have been an optimal time for him to return, a very safe and uplifting event where he can break the awkward ice. I don't believe this was a moment to focus on Brown's misstep, actually i acutely think he would have been the ideal candidate to pay a tribute. There are times in life where you have to realize the situation is bigger than you or your feelings and i suppose Shawn Carter operate with that viewpoint.
As an (approximately) 40 year-old man Carter should understand the shortcomings of youth. We have all committed some deplorable acts as we transitioned into adulthood, some more than others. I would imagine Carter would be a person capable of sympathizing with Brown as to my understanding he has laid hands on a female before. I understand the idea Fenty was on a label that he once ran and facilitated but what allegiance/responsibility does he have to her. This could be hear-say (usually i don't acknowledge such) but there were also rumblings that he threatened Brown with violence, why would he mettle in the dealings of 20 year-olds, considering he has no blood relationship with any of them. All of Carter's retorts seem unwarranted and excessive. As the older individual I would imagine that he would be able and willing to teach Brown and Fenty a few lessons, as you can see how this affected both of their careers. I put a lot of onus on the "leaders" to do more leading and less criticizing as they forget their own personal trangressions.
The point is there needs to be a little more unity amidst the music community, then they can make this thing better for everyone. Wrong is wrong and i don't expect Carter to coddle Brown, but don't kick the brother everytime he tries to get up. Oh and i just found out Al Sharpton was lobbying as well, i have no words for him.
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Yes, i have to agree! I love Jigga however, you are to old to step in and make commands on the behalf of someone who could have came closer than anyone to giving Michael Jackson a great Tribute! Jigga needs to grow up,His almost 50 and still dresses and hangs around people in their 20's.(thats says a lot about his mental)
NO, i will not support Chris Brown after the whole Rihanna problem. Because i believe theres a difference in hitting a woman and beating a woman down like she was another man. No matter what the circumctance!
However i do believe that he should have been a part of the some what tribute on BET. He would have done a great job, MTV will prob,be calling him to do it anyway.
Its funny because BET has never awarded MJ, or Tributed him in any instance.MTV,VH1 and other shows have. But he's so much of "OURS".. I knwo MTV, VH1, The Grammy's will all give great shows! can't wait.
Get off Chris' back, yeah he messed up but does he career have to suffer forever. Everybody needs to wooooooooosaaaaaaa and forgive the man. P.S. From what i hear RiRi is no angel
OH NO not my main man Rev. Al too! smh
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