1) Christopher Maurice… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
1) Christopher Maurice Brown (born May 5, 1989) from Tappahannock, Virginia.
In late 2005, he released his first studio album, Chris Brown, which spawned the Billboard Hot 100 number-one debut single, "Run It!" which was produced by Scott Storch and featured Juelz Santana. The album also produced two other top ten singles: "Yo (Excuse Me Miss)" and "Say Goodbye." Brown's second studio album, Exclusive was released worldwide in November 2007. It has spawned his second US number one hit, "Kiss Kiss" which was produced by T-Pain, who was also featured in the song . The third single, "With You", has reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, and has entered into the top ten in several countries across the world, becoming one of his most successful worldwide releases to date.
The second single, "Kiss Kiss", was nominated for the 50th Annual Grammy Awards in the category for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration.
Brown, one of two children, was born and raised in the small town of Tappahannock, Virginia, the son of Joyce Hawkins and Clinton Brown. Brown was influenced by the artists his parents played on the home radio, such as Michael Jackson and Sam Cooke. A dancer since the age of two, Brown was not aware of his vocal talents until the age of eleven. Before becoming a vocalist, he was interested in becoming a rapper.
At thirteen, Brown was discovered by a local production team who visited his father's gas station searching for new talent. Since then, he began his recording career and moved to New York, staying there for two years. Brown's local production team organized an audition before Def Jam Vice President Tina Davis, who currently works as his manager. At the age of 15, Brown was then sent to perform for L.A. Reid and was subsequently signed in 2004 to Jive Records. By early 2005, Brown began work for his debut album, working with the likes of Scott Storch, The Underdogs, Dre, Vidal, Bryan Michael Cox, Bow Wow, and Jermaine Dupri.
Brown left school in late 2004 to begin working on his self-titled debut album which was released on November 29, 2005. The album debuted at #2 on the Billboard 200 selling over 155,000 copies in first week of sales. Five weeks later, became certified platinum, and within a year, went double platinum. His debut single "Run It!," was #1 in the United States, New Zealand, and Australia. Following "Run It!," "Yo (Excuse Me Miss)" became Brown's second top 10 hit in the US, peaking at #7, and #13 in the UK. It has been certified platinum by the RIAA.
His third single "Gimme That" was released in March 2006 which featured Lil Wayne for a remix, originally not featured on the Chris Brown album, but was later included. The single debuted on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 at #80 and climbed the charts quickly peaking at #15. Chris also co-directed his music videos for "Yo (Excuse Me Miss)" and "Gimme That." His fourth single is the ballad "Say Goodbye," which is also a part of the Step Up Soundtrack. On June 13, 2006, Brown released a DVD entitled, Chris Brown's Journey, which shows footage of him travelling in England and Japan, getting ready for his first visit to the Grammys, behind the scenes of his music videos and bloopers.
On August 17, 2006 to further promote the album, Brown kicked off his major co-headlining tour, The Up Close and Personal Tour. Due to the tour, production for his next album was pushed back two months a second summer tour is in the works once the album is completed the tour may include artists: Pretty Ricky, Bow Wow, Lil Wayne, Juelz Santana, Ne-Yo, Ciara, and Cherish.'. Chris also has been the opening act for R&B singer Beyonce Knowles on the Australian leg of her The Beyonce Experience tour.
Exclusive is the second studio album by Brown. The album was released in November, 2007. It served as the sophomore album for Brown and was both critically and commercially successful. The album was supported by five singles including the songs "Kiss Kiss" and "With You". Exclusive has gone on to sell over three million copies.
Graffiti was released in 2009 and included the top-twenty single "I Can Transform Ya". Brown's fourth album F.A.M.E. was released in 2011 becoming Chris Brown's first studio album to top the Billboard 200. The album earned Brown his first Grammy Award for Best R&B Album.
His fifth album entitled Fortune was released in 2012.
Brown's latest album X was released in September, 2014.
Chris Brown has also started to act in movies and has appeared in Stomp The Yard and This Christmas as well as several episodes of The O.C.
Websites of interest:
- Chris Brown Web
- UChris
- Chris Brown World
2) Chris Brown (born 1953) is a composer, pianist, and electronic musician, who creates music for acoustic instruments with interactive electronics, for computer networks, and for improvising ensembles.
Born and raised in Chicago, he moved to California to study electronic music with Gordon Mumma and composition with William Brooks at University of California, Santa Cruz, and with David Rosenboom at Mills College. He was active early in his career as an inventor and builder of electroacoustic instruments; he has also performed widely as an improvisor and pianist with groups as "Room" and the "Glenn Spearman Double Trio." In 1986 he co-founded the pioneering computer network music ensemble "The Hub". He is also known for his recorded performances of music by Henry Cowell, Luc Ferrari, and John Zorn. He has received commissions from the Berkeley Symphony, the Rova Sexophone Quartet, the Abel-Steinberg-Winant Trio, the Gerbode Foundation, the Phonos Foundation and the Creative Work Fund. His recent music includes the poly-rhythm installation "Talking Drum", the "Inventions" series for computers and interactive performers, and the radio performance "Transmissions" series, with composer Guillermo Galindo.
His 1992 epic electroacoustic work "Lava", for brass, percussion, and electronics is also available on Tzadik Records. He teaches Composition and Electronic Music at Mills College in Oakland, where he is Co-Director of the Center for Contemporary Music (CCM). He is not to be confused with R & B artist Chris Brown.
3) Chris Brown is a Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.
Brown was one of the primary singers and songwriters for the alternative rock band Bourbon Tabernacle Choir in the 1980s and 1990s. When that band broke up, he continued performing as a duo with his Bourbon bandmate Kate Fenner. Brown has accompanied dozens of notable musicians on stage, such as in 1998 when he spent six months filling in for Kevin Hearn as a member of Barenaked Ladies while Hearn battled leukemia.
Brown released a solo album, Burden of Belief, in 2003. He performs this material both solo and with Tony Scherr, Anton Fier, and Teddy Kumpel as Chris Brown and the Citizens' Band. The group's album Oblivion was released in 2007.
4) A San Francisco-area based power pop singer-songwriter.
5) A UK DJ/Remixer and part of Ruff Driverz.
Closer
Chris Brown Lyrics
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Oh, oh-oh
Oh, oh-oh
Oh
It′s only us, that's who it′s only been (Yeah), uh
Let me be your cure to all that loneliness (Yeah), uh
Really shy but you the only that notices
Ten missed calls in my phone right now (Yeah)
I make you feel above the rest
It's a part of the game
But if you runnin', pointin′ to me, you be outta the way
(Oh) Just (Oh), just come closer, baby
(Oh, oh) I′m sinking, can you save me?
Can you be my savior?
My angel in the sky
'Cause I see millions of girls
Couldn′t find one that has your eyes (Oh)
Can you be my voice
That I hear before I sleep?
Pray to Lord my soul to keep
That you always end up, еnd up with me
You hate it when I pop my shit, you say I'm not mysеlf (No)
You know I value your opinion, not nobody else (Ooh)
You know you real, babe, them other bitches on the shelf (Yeah)
You askin′ 'bout my past, I don′t kiss and tell
If it's not only us, I'ma die trying
Giddy up, Bentley truck, we can fuck inside it
I′m tryna get to know you better (Oh)
I′m tryna love you more than ever, woah
(Oh) Oh (Oh), just come, just come closer, baby
(Oh, oh) I'm sinking, can you save me?
Can you be my savior?
My angel in the sky
′Cause I see millions of girls
Couldn't find one that has your eyes (That has your eyes)
Can you be my voice
That I hear before I sleep? (Sleep)
Pray to Lord my soul to keep (Oh, Lord)
That you always end up, end up with me
The lyrics to Chris Brown's song "Closer" depict a deep connection between two individuals who find solace and companionship in each other. The opening lines suggest that their relationship is exclusive and they have only been with each other. The singer offers themselves as a cure for the other person's loneliness, highlighting their significance in their lives. Despite their shyness, the other person is the only one who truly notices the singer. This acknowledgement of their importance boosts their self-esteem and makes them feel good in the present moment.
The lyrics continue with the singer expressing their desire for the other person to come closer, emphasizing their sinking feeling and the need for their salvation. They paint a vivid picture of the other person being their savior, their angel in the sky. The singer admires the other person's unique qualities, specifically their eyes, acknowledging that amidst millions of girls, they couldn't find anyone else quite like them. The other person becomes the voice that the singer hears before sleeping, symbolizing comfort and security. They pray for their souls to be kept together, insinuating a desire for a lasting and meaningful connection.
The second verse touches upon the singer's vulnerability and their reliance on the other person's opinion. They value and respect the other person's perspective above all others. The lyrics also highlight the singer's commitment to the relationship, willing to fight for them against any obstacles. They express their desire to intimately engage with the other person, even suggesting the idea of engaging in sexual activities inside a Bentley truck. It becomes evident that the singer is invested in getting to know the other person better and loves them deeply.
Overall, the lyrics of "Closer" portray a connection fueled by mutual understanding, admiration, and a desire for a lasting, meaningful relationship. It showcases the singer's vulnerability and their willingness to commit fully to the other person.
Line by Line Meaning
It's only us, that's who it's only been (Yeah), uh
There's no one else involved in our relationship, it's just been the two of us
Let me be your cure to all that loneliness (Yeah), uh
Allow me to be the solution to your feelings of loneliness
Really shy but you the only that notices
Despite being shy, you're the only one who truly sees and appreciates me
Pause, you look good right now
I want to take a moment to acknowledge that you look amazing in this moment
Ten missed calls in my phone right now (Yeah)
I have received multiple missed calls from someone, possibly expressing interest in me
I make you feel above the rest
I make you feel superior and special compared to others
It's a part of the game
This is a common occurrence in relationships
But if you runnin', pointin' to me, you be outta the way
If you're choosing me over others, you'll be ahead of the competition
(Oh) Just (Oh), just come closer, baby
Just come closer to me, my love
(Oh, oh) I'm sinking, can you save me?
I'm feeling overwhelmed and in need of your help and support
Can you be my savior?
Can you be the one who rescues me from my struggles?
My angel in the sky
You're like a heavenly being who brings me comfort and happiness
'Cause I see millions of girls
Out of all the girls I've seen, there's something special about you
Couldn't find one that has your eyes (Oh)
None of them possess the same captivating eyes that you have
Can you be my voice
Can you be the one who speaks up for me and supports me?
That I hear before I sleep?
Someone whose voice I hear comforting me before I fall asleep
Pray to Lord my soul to keep
Asking the Lord to protect and watch over my soul
That you always end up, end up with me
I hope that you will always choose to be with me in the end
You hate it when I pop my shit, you say I'm not myself (No)
You dislike it when I brag or show off, as it's not my true personality
You know I value your opinion, not nobody else (Ooh)
You're the only one whose opinion truly matters to me
You know you real, babe, them other bitches on the shelf (Yeah)
You're genuine and authentic, unlike the other women who are just superficial
You askin' 'bout my past, I don't kiss and tell
You're curious about my past, but I respect your privacy and won't reveal everything
If it's not only us, I'ma die trying
If our relationship isn't exclusive, I will do whatever it takes to make it so
Giddy up, Bentley truck, we can fuck inside it
Let's be adventurous and intimate inside my luxurious Bentley truck
I'm tryna get to know you better (Oh)
I'm putting in effort to understand and connect with you on a deeper level
I'm tryna love you more than ever, woah
I want to love you with an intensity and passion unlike anything before
Writer(s): Ryan Ogren, Samuel Ahana, Diamonte Harper, Alyssa Lourdiz Cantu, Randall Avery Hammers, Mike Crook, Gabi Wilson, Brad Powell
Contributed by Addison S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kerschwynnvalentyn
Most Underrated Song On The Album We Need To Show More Love For This Song🥺.
@arthurwallace1118
Facts!!! 🥇
@almahayil9004
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@factznonfiction8938
Factz
@felixmagombo520
It’s actually the best beat for me in the whole album 😅
@leont4062
Yess!!! It’s extremely underrated i love it
@siya_bb
Why is CLOSER so slept on😭
@aniceajoseph5070
Bro it won't get stay sleeping soon some person gonna use this sound for tik tok and then everyone gonna be like THIS SONG is lit smh lol just watch, it happened before and it will happen agin
@siya_bb
@@aniceajoseph5070 exactly!!! This always happen 😤
@zacefron4
Not over here! It going platinum in my car 😂😂