Hey music lovers!

Today, we’re celebrating a very special birthday – the one and only Chris Brown! As we sing “Happy Birthday” to this talented artist, we can’t help but wonder… is Chris Brown the greatest non-African Afrobeats act ever?

With hits like “Sensational”, “Blow My Mind”, and “Monalisa”, Chris Brown has undoubtedly made a significant impact on the Afrobeats scene. His collaborations with African artists like Wizkid, Davido, and Lojay have resulted in some of the genre’s biggest hits. Who can forget the iconic “Shabba” or the sultry “Shopping Spree”?

But Chris Brown’s influence goes beyond just his music. He’s been a vocal supporter of African culture and has used his platform to promote African artists and producers. His fusion of Afrobeats with R&B and pop has helped introduce the genre to a global audience.

So, is Chris Brown the greatest non-African Afrobeats act ever? That’s up for debate. But one thing is certain – he’s a true champion of Afrobeats and a birthday boy worth celebrating!

Here’s to many more years of great music, Chris Brown!

Some of his notable Afrobeats hits include:

• African Bad Gyal (with Wizkid)

• Blow My Mind (with Davido)

• ⁠Lower Body (with Davido)

• Shabba (with Wizkid, Trey Songz, and French Montana)

• ⁠Shopping Spree (with Davido)

• Call Me Everyday (with Wizkid)

• Time N Affection (with Rema)

• Monalisa (with Lojay)

• ⁠Nobody Has To Know (with Davido)

• ⁠Sensational (with Davido & Lojay)

• ⁠Hmm (with Davido)

Let us know your thoughts – do you think Chris Brown is the greatest non-African Afrobeats act ever? Share your favorite Chris Brown Afrobeats collabs in the comments!

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