Chris Brown Tracklist
Chris Brown is the debut, eponymous album from young Virginia R&B singer, Chris Brown. Chris was just 16 years old at the time of release, and dropped out of tenth grade to pursue his music career.
Chris Brown debuted at #2 on Billboard’s 200 chart and sold 154,000 copies in its first week. Just a year after its release, Chris Brown was certified 2x Platinum by the RIAA on December 18, 2006.
The album was preceded by his debut single “Run It!” which was #1 in the States, and a top 10 hit around the world. Five singles in total were released from the album: “Run It!,” “Yo (Excuse Me Miss),” “Gimme That (Remix),” “Say Goodbye” and “Poppin',” which was released as a promotional single.
Chris' entry into the music business earned him 2 Grammy nominations in 2006, for “Best New Artist” and “Best Contemporary R&B Album.”
“Chris Brown” Q&A
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What certifications has the album received?
Chris Brown is certified 3x Platinum by the RIAA:
The album is also gold in Australia, gold in Canada, and gold in the UK.
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What accolades has the album achieved?
Chris Brown earned Chris his first Grammy nomination in 2006 for “Best Contemporary R&B Album.” That same year, Chris also received a Grammy nomination for “Best New Artist.”
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What does it say in the linear notes?
Chris Brown’s linear notes include a long list of thank yous to those that have helped Chris, his career and releasing his debut album. The long list is separated into sections, “MY FAMILY”—which lists all of his family members—“JIVE RECORDS”—which lists all personal at his record label—“THANKS TO”—which lists the artists who have inspired him and helped him on the album—and “THANK YOUS FROM THE HEART”—in which he shouts out those in his life that have passed away.
