Does ‘Maybe I Deserve‘ hitmaker Tank deserve the royal backlash he’s receiving for pitting King of Pop Michael Jackson and Chris Brown? MJ fans say yes.
Two years ago the GRAMMY nominee fielded criticism for his staunch belief about Brown’s superiority over Mike.
“I’ve been the only one saying this and I’ve felt alone for so long,” he said at the time in agreement with a Twitter user who posted CB was greater. “Singer, Dancer, writer, producer, actor, painter, clothing designer, gymnast, ninja, etc! MJ is the greatest but CB has more gifts is all we’re saying.”
Doubling down on his stance, Tank (born Durrell Babbs) set the internet aflame this week when he not only doubled down on the stance but also elaborated on why Breezy is better.
Look inside to hear his incendiary quotes.
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Not even better than Usher lol. And his writing isn’t even as timeless as Neyo’s. Issa hard no from me.
Most, if not all, would disagree with Tank. But why the comparison? MJ was a magical anomaly for the generation he served, his impact on music will be felt for generations to come. CB can’t compete with that or undo it, nor should he try to. He can only attempt to be as impactful on his generation. We, as blacks, should respect and preserve the legacies of our icons more and not engage in these silly comparisons.
I like Chris but his followers overrate him to no end. He isn’t touching MJ in any level. MJ was a pioneer, a trailblazer. His impact was universal and still felt heavily 15 years after his death. Chris makes cool music for the moment but the cultural impact isn’t there.
Drug test him immediately
Lmao when eating Chris Browns d*** goes wrong! Who cares what this Y-list rnb gay boy thinks!
the real Paulo does not condone homophobia but supports this shade lmao
Chris Browns biggest hit was Rihanna. No comparison to the king of pop!
Chris is more like Bobby Brown than MJ to me🤷🏾♂️
A more talented Bobby Brown but Bobby has more hits so I get what you’re saying.
smh people have learned nothing from the whole R Kelly debacle
Tank Top go back to sucking dihk on Twitter…I have never seen anyone faint at the sight of Chris Brown as he stood on ground 💁 CB cool but he isn’t MJ and will never be
Chris Brown is a better dancer imo. But MJs vocals and songwriting are better.
A better comparison would be Usher but honestly CB just doesn’t have the catalog to compete with Usher.
The only thing Chris has on MJ is looks lol
Chris Brown is a hated, violent woman beater.
He is a pile of dog S on the side of the road under the hot sun.
Why do people get upset when it’s clear celebrities only talk like this for attention? The only part that’s true is Chris is more talented than people want to admit. They have to hold him back from performing the Thriller tribute or being on any music awards stage, and they bully every female celeb who sees him in concert, all because they know his potential as an entertainer.
Chris is great at what he does but MJ he is NOTTTT! Beyonce is closer to MJ than him but still she is NOTTTT touching the hem of MJ’s garment. I wish they stop setting these artists up for failure with the MJ comparisons!!!
Name a classic Chris Brown album or single… QUICKLY!!!
5 multiplatinum albums and 41 platinum singles – you pick.
That doesn’t answer my question. Idc about his overinflated streams. QUICKLY name a classic Chris Brown album or single. What’s his magnum opus? Again… QUICKLY!
How we determine what is or isn’t a classic is subjective. That’s why I’m suggesting you start with his sales and choose from there. His first two albums were certified 2x platinum before the RIAA started counting streams, and those albums produced six top 10 hits, any of which could be considered a classic.
HE DOESNT HAVE ANY !!! QUANTITY OVER QUALITY JUST LIKE NICKI MINAJ. HIS LAST #1 HIT WAS WHEN BUSH WAS IN OFFICE💀
The question was CLASSIC, not popular.
Chris Brown has one big hit: Rhianna
THIS IS SO LAUGHABLE!!! NOTHING CHRIS DOES IS BETTER THAN WHAT MJ DID. HE WILL SAY THAT HIS DAMN SELF
I agree with you Tank. I’m not with the masses. Chris Brown is a better singer and dancer than Mike imo! Please allow people to have their own personal opinions and you’re more than welcome to have yours ✅️ I hate the comparisons but people are allowed to have their own opinions and preferences 💯🚨