Chris Brown is a well-known American singer, songwriter, rapper, dancer, and actor, born on May 5th, 1989, in Tappahannock, Virginia. He began his music career in 2005 with the release of his debut studio album "Chris Brown," which peaked at number two on the US Billboard 200 chart. Brown has released many hit singles, including "Run It!", "With You," "Forever," and "Loyal." In addition to his musical career, Brown has also made appearances in several films, including "Stomp the Yard," "This Christmas," and "Takers." Brown has won multiple awards throughout his career, including a Grammy Award, 15 BET Awards, and four Billboard Music Awards.

Brown's career has been rife with controversy due to legal troubles surrounding his personal life, including being convicted of assaulting his former girlfriend, Rihanna. Despite this, he continues to maintain a dedicated fan base and remains one of the most successful artists of his generation. In recent years, Brown has also ventured into entrepreneurship, launching his own record label, CBE (Chris Brown Entertainment), and clothing line, Black Pyramid.