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Title: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 06:05:26 PM
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUy6zCVjmzU/?igsh=ZWd1bnU4Znhtdm0z

I don't think it was bad. But I didn't love it either. It definitely seems shes really trying to make a brand out of being the Queen of Harmonies.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 15, 2026, 06:10:32 PM
Girllll whatttttt is this
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 15, 2026, 06:10:51 PM
 :uhh:  :uhh:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: JCJ on February 15, 2026, 06:10:57 PM
People usually expect this to be sung a certain way, so I understand.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: KingOfHearts on February 15, 2026, 06:14:20 PM
I love Brandy but I really wish she would've just sang it normal all the Janet whispers was not needed I didn't like this performance.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 06:14:45 PM
Quote from: JCJ on February 15, 2026, 06:10:57 PMPeople usually expect this to be sung a certain way, so I understand.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: DrewBabyLove on February 15, 2026, 06:17:06 PM
She HAS to stop lipping to over produced vocals. It doesnt sound good. Someone on her team tell her how special her voice is. This has to stop...
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 06:17:41 PM
!!!! I wish she just would've sung the mess... it felt more like Prune's Diary was singing it and she's just ad libbing. I respect her wanting to take a risk and create a potential iconic moment...

But this song is so traditional... most people just aren't gonna get it, and I'm not sure if it was worth the risk.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 15, 2026, 06:23:20 PM
this is so different

and perfectly executed IMO

i love it. so soothing

so relaxing and a welcome change from the predictable screamin and hollering
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 06:26:03 PM
Quote from: Russian Fury on February 15, 2026, 06:23:20 PMthis is so different

and perfectly executed IMO

i love it. so soothing

so relaxing and a welcome change from the predictable screamin and hollering

I think Brandy fans and "vocal connoisseurs" can recognize and respect what she was doing but the average viewer just doesn't get it.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: ReVonIsMine on February 15, 2026, 06:26:43 PM
Absolutely beautiful, but this could have been a huge moment for her
if she would stop with all the harmony arrangements. She is not in a group so this made
zero sense. Also, she is not slick; she did very few leads here. I feel like she was
being a bit lazy as a solo artist. I mean you are already lipping it. How much do you not want to sing anymore?
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Gilgamesh. on February 15, 2026, 06:30:00 PM
...not what I was expecting. I'd probably love this on an EP or mixtape.

Why are June's Diary there if it's her background vocals?

Why is she lipping if she's just singing adlibs?

Brandy, what's going on? :dead:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Summertime on February 15, 2026, 06:31:03 PM
She looks fantastic but my gawd I hate how she overproduces her pre records it sounds so robotic
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 06:31:33 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh. on February 15, 2026, 06:30:00 PM...not what I was expecting. I'd probably love this on an EP or mixtape.

Why are June's Diary there if it's her background vocals?

Why is she lipping if she's just singing adlibs?

Brandy, what's going on? :dead:
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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 15, 2026, 06:31:59 PM
Quote from: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 06:26:03 PM
Quote from: Russian Fury on February 15, 2026, 06:23:20 PMthis is so different

and perfectly executed IMO

i love it. so soothing

so relaxing and a welcome change from the predictable screamin and hollering

I think Brandy fans and "vocal connoisseurs" can recognize and respect what she was doing but the average viewer just doesn't get it.
its one of the very few times i actually repeat-played someone's anthem performance

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most times it's a "cute. next" tea even when the vocalist is super competent

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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 06:31:59 PM
Somebody pull Brandy's ass in here for an intervention
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Gilgamesh. on February 15, 2026, 06:35:09 PM
Quote from: JCJ on February 15, 2026, 06:10:57 PMPeople usually expect this to be sung a certain way, so I understand.

I'm sorry but just sing the fucking song, not everything needs a diminished 9th and weird phrasing.

And what kills me is that she used to know that (see her last SSB cover). This new style started with B7.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 15, 2026, 06:36:34 PM
 :ummwhat:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 15, 2026, 06:36:53 PM
!!! like just sing the song

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hGnUqY4hHCE
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 06:37:24 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh. on February 15, 2026, 06:35:09 PM
Quote from: JCJ on February 15, 2026, 06:10:57 PMPeople usually expect this to be sung a certain way, so I understand.

I'm sorry but just sing the fucking song, not everything needs diminished 9th and weird phrasing.

And what kills me is that she used to know that (see her last SSB cover). This new style started with B7.
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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 15, 2026, 06:37:45 PM
I couldnt even finish that.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 06:39:36 PM
Yea its mixed but I think it's really because she didn't hit them notes.  If u was gon lip the shit anyway then why not........ whatever tho.  Yall enable this shit. I actually didn't mind the idea tho.  The notes are important in THIS song tho.  U wanna brandy everything up
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 15, 2026, 06:39:57 PM
its giving me "reimagined" teas.

a whole new world, if u will :ohwow:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Lazarus on February 15, 2026, 06:40:20 PM
That was interesting.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: lovechild on February 15, 2026, 06:40:36 PM
I'm sorry but wtf? She won't even sing the star spangled banner live? I'm so disappointed. She lipped the entire tour , lipped this with so much effects and harmonies it's like she isn't secure with just singing live anymore. I like the idea because we know she loves her harmonys but play your harmonies and sing LIVE lead. Why tf is she featuring June's diary and lipping the national anthem. The facial expressions and movements don't help either . Ugh. I know this is Frank because he loves them .
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Buy The Stars✨ on February 15, 2026, 06:41:15 PM
i didnt like it but she looks the fuck GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!

like so young in her 30s now jesus but yah
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 06:41:29 PM
Quote from: Russian Fury on February 15, 2026, 06:23:20 PMthis is so different

and perfectly executed IMO

i love it. so soothing

so relaxing and a welcome change from the predictable screamin and hollering

yea there are some people that love it too. This reminds me of that Marvin gaye anthem that people try to pretend was so great and HE MADE IT HIS OWN
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: bby ddy on February 15, 2026, 06:44:23 PM
Now bran be fr :kii:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Jumpmaanjumpmaan on February 15, 2026, 06:53:29 PM
I just wish she would just stand there and sing. Dairy sung more than her. Why would she lip those soft notes I thought it was live ain't no way. 
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 06:58:04 PM
I am embarrassed, this shit is so wack. Bran has fallen off artistically and everybody around her just continues to enable it...Frank please gtf. Who lip syncs in an arena and then these ashy whispering notes....I couldn't even finish it.

I'm more hurt than anything that Brandy can't get this music shit right when she is one of the pillars of my love for music.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 15, 2026, 06:58:36 PM
chileeeee Im watching the rest and nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn

PLEASE!
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 15, 2026, 07:00:20 PM
these 2005 vocoder underwater 8 part harmonies do not make sense in this context

She should have been doing this when Dawn and them was out harmonizing her with her own shit in the late 2000's
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:01:21 PM
So we gonna have to wait 10 years for another Brandy album and it's gonna be full of robotic whispering notes???

What the fuck is going on. Is Brandy ok?
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: klappa. on February 15, 2026, 07:02:31 PM
i'm not mad at the approach but the backing singers sang damn near the whole song
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Harlem on February 15, 2026, 07:06:01 PM
Unmmmmm yeah, no... Sorry Queen but no...
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 15, 2026, 07:09:08 PM
Brandy what we loved even more than your harmonies! layers! .... were your CHOICES! RESTRAINT! EXECUTION!

this unorthodox, freeform throw everything into the vat approach is tired
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 07:09:27 PM
Not TOO much, yall.

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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 15, 2026, 07:11:28 PM
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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: klappa. on February 15, 2026, 07:12:55 PM
Quote from: L0NZ. on February 15, 2026, 07:11:28 PMarhdadfkusgykjrlhgkdhg

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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 07:14:31 PM
"Layering whispers" is taking me the fuck out.

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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 07:18:43 PM
I think it could've worked if she just sung the damn song and had them do the vocal layering in the background. Her ad libbing and not singing the song is the main issue imo.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:24:41 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 06:58:04 PMI am embarrassed, this shit is so wack. Bran has fallen off artistically and everybody around her just continues to enable it...Frank please gtf. Who lip syncs in an arena and then these ashy whispering notes....I couldn't even finish it.

I'm more hurt than anything that Brandy can't get this music shit right when she is one of the pillars of my love for music.
yall get on binges and be making no damn sense. Frank aint no damn vocal producer or musical director.  Yall make frank the scapegoat for EVERYTHING.  Place the blame where it belongs.  This is BRANDY'S fault. Eventho I didnt mind this performance at all tbh. Ive reconciled with the fact that she's gonna lip. ATLEAST add the high notes in the song tho
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: DrewBabyLove on February 15, 2026, 07:25:45 PM
This wasn't bad at all by the way, criticism aside.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:26:10 PM
Quote from: klappa. on February 15, 2026, 07:02:31 PMi'm not mad at the approach but the backing singers sang damn near the whole song
I agree tbh. I'm not AT ALL at the approach.  I think it's very good tbh
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 07:32:07 PM
!!!!! The main issue is the background singers leading the song  :dead: 
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Kaeli. on February 15, 2026, 07:36:47 PM
Who here is close to her? Tell her to fucking stop this. Seriously. Enough is e damn nough
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: yearofbrandy on February 15, 2026, 07:36:54 PM
I don't like this for the national anthem at all.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:37:06 PM
Quote from: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 07:32:07 PM!!!!! The main issue is the background singers leading the song  :dead: 
yall (cause it certainly aint me) got her into this stacks and harmony shit and she's figured out its her way to be able to sing and not have a STRONG lead vocal. Social media is tearing that ass up and thats the only thing thats gonna get her to stop this.  Brandy is a people pleaser so once she sees that people DONT want that,  she'll change. TEAR HER TF UP!
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:37:15 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:24:41 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 06:58:04 PMI am embarrassed, this shit is so wack. Bran has fallen off artistically and everybody around her just continues to enable it...Frank please gtf. Who lip syncs in an arena and then these ashy whispering notes....I couldn't even finish it.

I'm more hurt than anything that Brandy can't get this music shit right when she is one of the pillars of my love for music.
yall get on binges and be making no damn sense. Frank aint no damn vocal producer or musical director.  Yall make frank the scapegoat for EVERYTHING.  Place the blame where it belongs.  This is BRANDY'S fault. Eventho I didnt mind this performance at all tbh. Ive reconciled with the fact that she's gonna lip. ATLEAST add the high notes in the song tho
Watch how you speak to me pu$$y ass Heaux

Key word being ARTISTICALLY
Idc about none of that...I blame Brandy and I blame the ppl around her 24/7 (I've consistently said that) including Frank who is involved in a lot of her creative choices and Junes Diary being pushed down our throats.

I always make sense that's why the shit keep happening and we keep saying the same thing
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:38:10 PM
The same shit she did with that folded remix. Brandy is very insecure about her voice or something right now and it's showing
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: yearofbrandy on February 15, 2026, 07:38:43 PM
If you in the studio doing this cool but doing something with all these stacks is doing too damn much. This seem off
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:40:33 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:37:15 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:24:41 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 06:58:04 PMI am embarrassed, this shit is so wack. Bran has fallen off artistically and everybody around her just continues to enable it...Frank please gtf. Who lip syncs in an arena and then these ashy whispering notes....I couldn't even finish it.

I'm more hurt than anything that Brandy can't get this music shit right when she is one of the pillars of my love for music.
yall get on binges and be making no damn sense. Frank aint no damn vocal producer or musical director.  Yall make frank the scapegoat for EVERYTHING.  Place the blame where it belongs.  This is BRANDY'S fault. Eventho I didnt mind this performance at all tbh. Ive reconciled with the fact that she's gonna lip. ATLEAST add the high notes in the song tho
Watch how you speak to me pu$$y ass Heaux


Or WHAT!?!?!? :kii:
What u said is stupid. Yea Frank Gatson also hooked June's diary up with muni long. Did she change her style of singing or anything she was doing vocally up?  Frank Gatson is not the reason this girl is doing EVERYTHING she's doing
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:40:39 PM
DUMMY
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: RobLeeMusic88 on February 15, 2026, 07:47:22 PM
 :uhh: y'all are annoying AF, this was so damn good! Proud to be a Brandy fan!
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Kaeli. on February 15, 2026, 07:48:03 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 06:58:04 PMI am embarrassed,

I'm more hurt than anything
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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Jumpmaanjumpmaan on February 15, 2026, 07:49:41 PM
Quote from: yearofbrandy on February 15, 2026, 07:38:43 PMIf you in the studio doing this cool but doing something with all these stacks is doing too damn much. This seem off
Despite how we feel others enjoyed it.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: ilovetotour on February 15, 2026, 07:53:14 PM
The average listener may not catch it right away, but what Brandy did with the National Anthem at the 2026 NBA All-Star Game was genius-level artistry. Every run, every choice was intentional. She's not performing for easy applause, she's building moments that musicians will study for years. If you didn't get it, that was never the point. She's curating a legacy that solidifies her as the Vocal Bible.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:53:45 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:40:33 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:37:15 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:24:41 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 06:58:04 PMI am embarrassed, this shit is so wack. Bran has fallen off artistically and everybody around her just continues to enable it...Frank please gtf. Who lip syncs in an arena and then these ashy whispering notes....I couldn't even finish it.

I'm more hurt than anything that Brandy can't get this music shit right when she is one of the pillars of my love for music.
yall get on binges and be making no damn sense. Frank aint no damn vocal producer or musical director.  Yall make frank the scapegoat for EVERYTHING.  Place the blame where it belongs.  This is BRANDY'S fault. Eventho I didnt mind this performance at all tbh. Ive reconciled with the fact that she's gonna lip. ATLEAST add the high notes in the song tho
Watch how you speak to me pu$$y ass Heaux


Or WHAT!?!?!? :kii:
What u said is stupid. Yea Frank Gatson also hooked June's diary up with muni long. Did she change her style of singing or anything she was doing vocally up?  Frank Gatson is not the reason this girl is doing EVERYTHING she's doing
Girl who is blaming Frank for everything that she is doing??? My point still stands, Frank can gtf! Bitch you're 50 on a gossip forum, go make some dumplings raggedy ass hoe.

You always want to start with somebody and think you the only one with a valid opinion. You was just crying about never going to see her in concert again...crying about the same shit we crying about now so dnt act brand new. Tired ass hoe
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Kaeli. on February 15, 2026, 07:54:28 PM
What's most insulting are these performative gestures as if she's doing sumn on these prerecorded vocals. I could see if she was belting but... chcbbcbchcjcjc you're whispering babe

The more I watch the more perplexing it becomes
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 07:54:50 PM
Quote from: Kaeli. on February 15, 2026, 07:48:03 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 06:58:04 PMI am embarrassed,

I'm more hurt than anything
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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 07:55:04 PM
Lock this thread
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:55:20 PM
Quote from: Jumpmaanjumpmaan on February 15, 2026, 07:49:41 PM
Quote from: yearofbrandy on February 15, 2026, 07:38:43 PMIf you in the studio doing this cool but doing something with all these stacks is doing too damn much. This seem off
Despite how we feel others enjoyed it.
the reviews seem pretty mixed
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Anybody on February 15, 2026, 07:56:33 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:38:10 PMThe same shit she did with that folded remix. Brandy is very insecure about her voice or something right now and it's showing

THIS!!! She said her voice was changing after that Xmas album release in the silent interview . It has become really soft and airy so idk if belts is her strong suit anymore. She still may be adjusting and finding her way. Tbh some just might have to deal with not liking this eras vocals and possibly the next album if she doesn't have a breakthrough anytime soon. I used to think she was a lazy singer during NSN/Moesha era and then things changed. I appreciate the subtleness looking back tho
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 15, 2026, 07:56:49 PM
Quote from: ilovetotour on February 15, 2026, 07:53:14 PMThe average listener may not catch it right away, but what Brandy did with the National Anthem at the 2026 NBA All-Star Game was genius-level artistry. Every run, every choice was intentional. She's not performing for easy applause, she's building moments that musicians will study for years. If you didn't get it, that was never the point. She's curating a legacy that solidifies her as the Vocal Bible.

ok chatgpt
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Jumpmaanjumpmaan on February 15, 2026, 07:57:21 PM
I'ma say this Bran always does something left field that we never expect and this was one of them, but at the same time she chose to do this we don't have to like it but at the same time ain't shyt we can do. It's called taking risk and she did exactly that.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: ilovetotour on February 15, 2026, 07:58:14 PM
Quote from: L0NZ. on February 15, 2026, 07:56:49 PM
Quote from: ilovetotour on February 15, 2026, 07:53:14 PMThe average listener may not catch it right away, but what Brandy did with the National Anthem at the 2026 NBA All-Star Game was genius-level artistry. Every run, every choice was intentional. She's not performing for easy applause, she's building moments that musicians will study for years. If you didn't get it, that was never the point. She's curating a legacy that solidifies her as the Vocal Bible.

ok chatgpt
I'm a writer. Nice try though.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:58:43 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:53:45 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:40:33 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:37:15 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:24:41 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 06:58:04 PMI am embarrassed, this shit is so wack. Bran has fallen off artistically and everybody around her just continues to enable it...Frank please gtf. Who lip syncs in an arena and then these ashy whispering notes....I couldn't even finish it.

I'm more hurt than anything that Brandy can't get this music shit right when she is one of the pillars of my love for music.
yall get on binges and be making no damn sense. Frank aint no damn vocal producer or musical director.  Yall make frank the scapegoat for EVERYTHING.  Place the blame where it belongs.  This is BRANDY'S fault. Eventho I didnt mind this performance at all tbh. Ive reconciled with the fact that she's gonna lip. ATLEAST add the high notes in the song tho
Watch how you speak to me pu$$y ass Heaux


Or WHAT!?!?!? :kii:
What u said is stupid. Yea Frank Gatson also hooked June's diary up with muni long. Did she change her style of singing or anything she was doing vocally up?  Frank Gatson is not the reason this girl is doing EVERYTHING she's doing
Girl who is blaming Frank for everything that she is doing??? My point still stands, Frank can gtf! Bitch you're 50 on a gossip forum, go make some dumplings raggedy ass hoe.

You always want to start with somebody and think you the only one with a valid opinion. You was just crying about never going to see her in concert again...crying about the same shit we crying about now so dnt act brand new. Tired ass hoe
Oh ur mad huh :kii:  :kii:  :kii:
And what exactly am I in here crying about? Quote the post where I said everyone is wrong and I'm right.  Cool that pussy down, sassy :kii:
 Conflating issues. The ONLY thing I've said is Frank aint to blame for this so wtf was his name brought up for, feisty fag. Imma quote yo ass everytime and u gonna have to fume EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. fckn fruit :blessed:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 08:01:02 PM
Quote from: ilovetotour on February 15, 2026, 07:53:14 PMThe average listener may not catch it right away, but what Brandy did with the National Anthem at the 2026 NBA All-Star Game was genius-level artistry. Every run, every choice was intentional. She's not performing for easy applause, she's building moments that musicians will study for years. If you didn't get it, that was never the point. She's curating a legacy that solidifies her as the Vocal Bible.
unfortunately she's also accountable to the people who are just fans and arent looking for "genius artistry" from everything.   Brandy is making choices that are turning not only the avg listener off but also her fans.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: JCJ on February 15, 2026, 08:04:31 PM
Quote from: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 07:55:04 PMLock this thread


Jddjdjfnnfgn !
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 15, 2026, 08:08:01 PM
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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 15, 2026, 08:08:45 PM
is a lil sunday mess in order? :ummwhat:

"thou shall not kill" my ass

Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 08:11:36 PM
Well she looked nice tho
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUy9hoXAb94/
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 15, 2026, 08:13:41 PM
Quote from: DrewBabyLove on February 15, 2026, 07:25:45 PMThis wasn't bad at all by the way, criticism aside.
fd mid kkkdvkmdvkmdvkmdkmdvkmvdkmvdkmkmdvkmdvvkdkdvkdv

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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: bby ddy on February 15, 2026, 08:15:33 PM
I watched again after the initial shock. It would've been much better if she just SANG lead and allowed Junes to do a little doo wop harmony/stacks in the background . Bran gur  :kii: she is a glee club geek for real  :kii:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 08:23:43 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 08:11:36 PMWell she looked nice tho
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUy9hoXAb94/
Something your man would never say
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Rxxf on February 15, 2026, 08:25:19 PM
On the first watch - I'm like WTF. I didn't like it.

On the 2nd and 3rd watch -- I'm like wait... I get it. I can appreciate it. And I like it now.

It reminds me of when I first heard "What About Us?" -- the feeling of like WTF? and then loving it afterwards.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on February 15, 2026, 08:26:07 PM
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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 08:27:35 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:58:43 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:53:45 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:40:33 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:37:15 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:24:41 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 06:58:04 PMI am embarrassed, this shit is so wack. Bran has fallen off artistically and everybody around her just continues to enable it...Frank please gtf. Who lip syncs in an arena and then these ashy whispering notes....I couldn't even finish it.

I'm more hurt than anything that Brandy can't get this music shit right when she is one of the pillars of my love for music.
yall get on binges and be making no damn sense. Frank aint no damn vocal producer or musical director.  Yall make frank the scapegoat for EVERYTHING.  Place the blame where it belongs.  This is BRANDY'S fault. Eventho I didnt mind this performance at all tbh. Ive reconciled with the fact that she's gonna lip. ATLEAST add the high notes in the song tho
Watch how you speak to me pu$$y ass Heaux


Or WHAT!?!?!? :kii:
What u said is stupid. Yea Frank Gatson also hooked June's diary up with muni long. Did she change her style of singing or anything she was doing vocally up?  Frank Gatson is not the reason this girl is doing EVERYTHING she's doing
Girl who is blaming Frank for everything that she is doing??? My point still stands, Frank can gtf! Bitch you're 50 on a gossip forum, go make some dumplings raggedy ass hoe.

You always want to start with somebody and think you the only one with a valid opinion. You was just crying about never going to see her in concert again...crying about the same shit we crying about now so dnt act brand new. Tired ass hoe
Oh ur mad huh :kii:  :kii:  :kii:
And what exactly am I in here crying about? Quote the post where I said everyone is wrong and I'm right.  Cool that pussy down, sassy :kii:
 Conflating issues. The ONLY thing I've said is Frank aint to blame for this so wtf was his name brought up for, feisty fag. Imma quote yo ass everytime and u gonna have to fume EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. fckn fruit :blessed:
You can quote me baby cause I'm very quotable
I'm never mad but I will dig into your decrepit and deranged ass and not in the ways in which you want me to.
I dnt have a pussy, I have bussy and diccckkkkk and you can keep mine out your mouth.
Bully Bxtch
You not gonna bully me
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 08:34:55 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 08:27:35 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:58:43 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:53:45 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:40:33 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:37:15 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:24:41 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 06:58:04 PMI am embarrassed, this shit is so wack. Bran has fallen off artistically and everybody around her just continues to enable it...Frank please gtf. Who lip syncs in an arena and then these ashy whispering notes....I couldn't even finish it.

I'm more hurt than anything that Brandy can't get this music shit right when she is one of the pillars of my love for music.
yall get on binges and be making no damn sense. Frank aint no damn vocal producer or musical director.  Yall make frank the scapegoat for EVERYTHING.  Place the blame where it belongs.  This is BRANDY'S fault. Eventho I didnt mind this performance at all tbh. Ive reconciled with the fact that she's gonna lip. ATLEAST add the high notes in the song tho
Watch how you speak to me pu$$y ass Heaux


Or WHAT!?!?!? :kii:
What u said is stupid. Yea Frank Gatson also hooked June's diary up with muni long. Did she change her style of singing or anything she was doing vocally up?  Frank Gatson is not the reason this girl is doing EVERYTHING she's doing
Girl who is blaming Frank for everything that she is doing??? My point still stands, Frank can gtf! Bitch you're 50 on a gossip forum, go make some dumplings raggedy ass hoe.

You always want to start with somebody and think you the only one with a valid opinion. You was just crying about never going to see her in concert again...crying about the same shit we crying about now so dnt act brand new. Tired ass hoe
Oh ur mad huh :kii:  :kii:  :kii:
And what exactly am I in here crying about? Quote the post where I said everyone is wrong and I'm right.  Cool that pussy down, sassy :kii:
 Conflating issues. The ONLY thing I've said is Frank aint to blame for this so wtf was his name brought up for, feisty fag. Imma quote yo ass everytime and u gonna have to fume EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. fckn fruit :blessed:
You can quote me baby cause I'm very quotable 
Bully Bxtch
You not gonna bully me
(https://media4.giphy.com/media/RD9RBVoFXQHRe/giphy.gif)

Fag,  you'll be whatever tf it is i want u to be. If I decide it's bullied than BULLIED it shall mf be, weak ass hoe LOLZ!
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 08:35:55 PM
Quote from: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on February 15, 2026, 08:26:07 PM(https://media4.giphy.com/media/t1SmKMiwUaaRSoHXf8/giphy.gif?cid=9b38fe91bjha7poxc820gpk2z6t00qmusucd7dyvgqkf35z7&ep=v1_gifs_username&rid=giphy.gif&ct=g)
May isn't here yet.  U can sit and wait tho
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 08:38:52 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 08:34:55 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 08:27:35 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:58:43 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:53:45 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:40:33 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:37:15 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 07:24:41 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 06:58:04 PMI am embarrassed, this shit is so wack. Bran has fallen off artistically and everybody around her just continues to enable it...Frank please gtf. Who lip syncs in an arena and then these ashy whispering notes....I couldn't even finish it.

I'm more hurt than anything that Brandy can't get this music shit right when she is one of the pillars of my love for music.
yall get on binges and be making no damn sense. Frank aint no damn vocal producer or musical director.  Yall make frank the scapegoat for EVERYTHING.  Place the blame where it belongs.  This is BRANDY'S fault. Eventho I didnt mind this performance at all tbh. Ive reconciled with the fact that she's gonna lip. ATLEAST add the high notes in the song tho
Watch how you speak to me pu$$y ass Heaux


Or WHAT!?!?!? :kii:
What u said is stupid. Yea Frank Gatson also hooked June's diary up with muni long. Did she change her style of singing or anything she was doing vocally up?  Frank Gatson is not the reason this girl is doing EVERYTHING she's doing
Girl who is blaming Frank for everything that she is doing??? My point still stands, Frank can gtf! Bitch you're 50 on a gossip forum, go make some dumplings raggedy ass hoe.

You always want to start with somebody and think you the only one with a valid opinion. You was just crying about never going to see her in concert again...crying about the same shit we crying about now so dnt act brand new. Tired ass hoe
Oh ur mad huh :kii:  :kii:  :kii:
And what exactly am I in here crying about? Quote the post where I said everyone is wrong and I'm right.  Cool that pussy down, sassy :kii:
 Conflating issues. The ONLY thing I've said is Frank aint to blame for this so wtf was his name brought up for, feisty fag. Imma quote yo ass everytime and u gonna have to fume EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. fckn fruit :blessed:
You can quote me baby cause I'm very quotable 
Bully Bxtch
You not gonna bully me
(https://media4.giphy.com/media/RD9RBVoFXQHRe/giphy.gif)

Fag,  you'll be whatever tf it is i want u to be. If I decide it's bullied than BULLIED it shall mf be, weak ass hoe LOLZ!
:welllol:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Summertime on February 15, 2026, 08:39:11 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 07:01:21 PMSo we gonna have to wait 10 years for another Brandy album and it's gonna be full of robotic whispering notes???

What the fuck is going on. Is Brandy ok?

The robotic wave she is on is perplexing it is very noticeable & takes away from so much
When she lipped borderline & say something during b7 era the robotics of the pre-records took over the content of the songs
I know she said her voice has changed which is expected with age but we can't even get into her voice change  bc we can't really hear it behind the way she has songs mixed & produces her pre records

All this isn't even necessary bc she hasn't lost her voice..she needs that baby Brandy vocal confidence again
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: NEW MOON on February 15, 2026, 08:42:28 PM
I really don't understand why she is overproducing everything now. She's become obsessed with layering everything.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: GYNandTONIC on February 15, 2026, 08:42:35 PM
She ate  :plzstop:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Ulysses on February 15, 2026, 08:57:36 PM
Guys
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Ulysses on February 15, 2026, 08:57:55 PM
This can't continue. Please.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Luxury on February 15, 2026, 09:00:17 PM
Brandy...   :melmel:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 09:07:54 PM
It's about half and half. I am seeing A LOT of praise too. Either way, she's trending and has everybody talking
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: NEW MOON on February 15, 2026, 09:11:23 PM
Quote from: Ulysses on February 15, 2026, 08:57:55 PMThis can't continue. Please.

I think we're at the point of no return because she seems committed to whatever this preference is.

This is who Brandy is as an artist now and the people who pushed her vocally/artistically are no longer on her team.

Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on February 15, 2026, 09:24:54 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 08:35:55 PM
Quote from: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on February 15, 2026, 08:26:07 PM(https://media4.giphy.com/media/t1SmKMiwUaaRSoHXf8/giphy.gif?cid=9b38fe91bjha7poxc820gpk2z6t00qmusucd7dyvgqkf35z7&ep=v1_gifs_username&rid=giphy.gif&ct=g)
May isn't here yet.  U can sit and wait tho
How bout I whoop your ass until he gets in here?
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Young on February 15, 2026, 09:30:11 PM
Just wow.
Brandy and June's fucking Diary

 :gorlonfire:
 :gorlonfire:
 :gorlonfire:


Biiiiitch
I think '26 is gonna shift my wig harder than 2025 did

 :plzstop:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 15, 2026, 09:38:49 PM
Quote from: Young on February 15, 2026, 09:30:11 PMJust wow.
Brandy and June's fucking Diary

 :gorlonfire:
 :gorlonfire:
 :gorlonfire:


Biiiiitch
I think '26 is gonna shift my wig harder than 2025 did

 :plzstop:
Chapter 45 coming
 :gorlonfire:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: DrewBabyLove on February 15, 2026, 09:57:16 PM
It's get better on more listens
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Boomz on February 15, 2026, 09:58:53 PM
I'm just perplexed by the flight stewardess outfits  :unsure:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 09:59:30 PM
Quote from: Boomz on February 15, 2026, 09:58:53 PMI'm just perplexed by the flight stewardess outfits  :unsure:
they're more military style
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: ReVonIsMine on February 15, 2026, 10:01:25 PM
Also, her and the arm choreography has got to end at some point.
She does it the most on songs that do not require that kind of movement
whatsoever lmaoooo
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 15, 2026, 10:18:32 PM
Quote from: ReVonIsMine on February 15, 2026, 10:01:25 PMAlso, her and the arm choreography has got to end at some point.
She does it the most on songs that do not require that kind of movement
whatsoever lmaoooo

I agree smh
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Killaxmt on February 15, 2026, 10:21:26 PM
Yall hyped Brandy with these backgrounds and harmonies and she's going out bad tbh, she's giving that old stage of rnb most artists fall into as they age, except Beyonce.

As someone who worked in entertainment I blame Frank. There's a reason he's not Bey's creative director anymore, it's old and dated. I know it may not work but there needs to be a call to get him out of the main chair for C.D.

Why tf is this not live, why the fuck is junes diary her background singers??? This was perfect chance to show off the real power of her voice as BRANDY! All eyes are on her but frank has her adding these bitches to sing with her, and then it was lipped? Absolutely not!

2 extra singers to do backgrounds and harmonies live would've been perfect. Similar to DC3 performance

GET RID OF FRANK!!!
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 15, 2026, 10:24:26 PM
 :sevynstreeter:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: RAY7 on February 15, 2026, 10:32:05 PM
Unbelievably this is getting good reviews from what I'm seeing on IG
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: NEW MOON on February 15, 2026, 10:58:09 PM
Quote from: Killaxmt on February 15, 2026, 10:21:26 PMYall hyped Brandy with these backgrounds and harmonies and she's going out bad tbh, she's giving that old stage of rnb most artists fall into as they age, except Beyonce.

As someone who worked in entertainment I blame Frank. There's a reason he's not Bey's creative director anymore, it's old and dated. I know it may not work but there needs to be a call to get him out of the main chair for C.D.

Why tf is this not live, why the fuck is junes diary her background singers??? This was perfect chance to show off the real power of her voice as BRANDY! All eyes are on her but frank has her adding these bitches to sing with her, and then it was lipped? Absolutely not!

2 extra singers to do backgrounds and harmonies live would've been perfect. Similar to DC3 performance

GET RID OF FRANK!!!

Frank has a lot to do with it. He may not be a producer or whatever, but he's definitely influencing the creative direction of the performances and the pre-record backgrounds to highlight his tired ass "gestureography" as he called it when he tried to lash me for his work with Brandy being terrible.

But Brandy chooses to work with him, so this is on her at the end of the day.

But it seems like Brandy has found comfort in whatever she's doing now. Why she refuses to flat out sing is beyond me.

Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: NEW MOON on February 15, 2026, 10:58:57 PM
Quote from: ReVonIsMine on February 15, 2026, 10:01:25 PMAlso, her and the arm choreography has got to end at some point.
She does it the most on songs that do not require that kind of movement
whatsoever lmaoooo


Frank calls it his signature gestureography.

Tired ass old man.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Killaxmt on February 15, 2026, 11:28:16 PM
Quote from: NEW MOON on February 15, 2026, 10:58:09 PM
Quote from: Killaxmt on February 15, 2026, 10:21:26 PMYall hyped Brandy with these backgrounds and harmonies and she's going out bad tbh, she's giving that old stage of rnb most artists fall into as they age, except Beyonce.

As someone who worked in entertainment I blame Frank. There's a reason he's not Bey's creative director anymore, it's old and dated. I know it may not work but there needs to be a call to get him out of the main chair for C.D.

Why tf is this not live, why the fuck is junes diary her background singers??? This was perfect chance to show off the real power of her voice as BRANDY! All eyes are on her but frank has her adding these bitches to sing with her, and then it was lipped? Absolutely not!

2 extra singers to do backgrounds and harmonies live would've been perfect. Similar to DC3 performance

GET RID OF FRANK!!!

Frank has a lot to do with it. He may not be a producer or whatever, but he's definitely influencing the creative direction of the performances and the pre-record backgrounds to highlight his tired ass "gestureography" as he called it when he tried to lash me for his work with Brandy being terrible.

But Brandy chooses to work with him, so this is on her at the end of the day.

But it seems like Brandy has found comfort in whatever she's doing now. Why she refuses to flat out sing is beyond me.


It's old and tired and he's dragging her in the wrong direction. This is 2026, not 1926, this old history nostalgia needs to end with Frank and Bran. She's 47, thinking she's 67, but acts like a teenager. It's all over the place and I hate it.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: NEW MOON on February 15, 2026, 11:37:01 PM
Quote from: Killaxmt on February 15, 2026, 11:28:16 PM
Quote from: NEW MOON on February 15, 2026, 10:58:09 PM
Quote from: Killaxmt on February 15, 2026, 10:21:26 PMYall hyped Brandy with these backgrounds and harmonies and she's going out bad tbh, she's giving that old stage of rnb most artists fall into as they age, except Beyonce.

As someone who worked in entertainment I blame Frank. There's a reason he's not Bey's creative director anymore, it's old and dated. I know it may not work but there needs to be a call to get him out of the main chair for C.D.

Why tf is this not live, why the fuck is junes diary her background singers??? This was perfect chance to show off the real power of her voice as BRANDY! All eyes are on her but frank has her adding these bitches to sing with her, and then it was lipped? Absolutely not!

2 extra singers to do backgrounds and harmonies live would've been perfect. Similar to DC3 performance

GET RID OF FRANK!!!

Frank has a lot to do with it. He may not be a producer or whatever, but he's definitely influencing the creative direction of the performances and the pre-record backgrounds to highlight his tired ass "gestureography" as he called it when he tried to lash me for his work with Brandy being terrible.

But Brandy chooses to work with him, so this is on her at the end of the day.

But it seems like Brandy has found comfort in whatever she's doing now. Why she refuses to flat out sing is beyond me.


It's old and tired and he's dragging her in the wrong direction. This is 2026, not 1926, this old history nostalgia needs to end with Frank and Bran. She's 47, thinking she's 67, but acts like a teenager. It's all over the place and I hate it.

!!!

Her image and branding is literally nostalgia or Suit & Tie. With the occasional glam every four years.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: RobLeeMusic88 on February 15, 2026, 11:50:56 PM
Some of y'all seriously need to reevaluate if you're Brandy fans or not! I don't think a lot of you are. You used to like Brandy so you feel entitled to speak on her choices but it's been a long time since y'all been a fan of ANYTHING she's done or doing! GTF on!
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: RAY7 on February 16, 2026, 12:01:23 AM
https://www.instagram.com/p/DUzhczEDPKY/?img_index=17&igsh=NHBqZ2htMHNoM2hl

Well the little a cappella clip here she sounded good
I think the mic was on in spots

Bran getting star struck over Giannis and Magic fdcgynkm
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: NEW MOON on February 16, 2026, 12:12:09 AM
Quote from: RobLeeMusic88 on February 15, 2026, 11:50:56 PMSome of y'all seriously need to reevaluate if you're Brandy fans or not! I don't think a lot of you are. You used to like Brandy so you feel entitled to speak on her choices but it's been a long time since y'all been a fan of ANYTHING she's done or doing! GTF on!

girl shut the fuck up.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: yearofbrandy on February 16, 2026, 12:32:15 AM
I've watched it a few more times and it's not as bad lol. A lot of artist and producers are loving it. Brandy might have started something
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: RobLeeMusic88 on February 16, 2026, 01:01:15 AM
Quote from: NEW MOON on Today at 12:12:09 AM
Quote from: RobLeeMusic88 on February 15, 2026, 11:50:56 PMSome of y'all seriously need to reevaluate if you're Brandy fans or not! I don't think a lot of you are. You used to like Brandy so you feel entitled to speak on her choices but it's been a long time since y'all been a fan of ANYTHING she's done or doing! GTF on!

girl shut the fuck up.
:plzstop:  I said what I said!
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: RobLeeMusic88 on February 16, 2026, 01:06:20 AM
Quote from: NEW MOON on Today at 12:12:09 AM
Quote from: RobLeeMusic88 on February 15, 2026, 11:50:56 PMSome of y'all seriously need to reevaluate if you're Brandy fans or not! I don't think a lot of you are. You used to like Brandy so you feel entitled to speak on her choices but it's been a long time since y'all been a fan of ANYTHING she's done or doing! GTF on!

girl shut the fuck up.
Bish! Plus I been here! I don't comment on a lot of things but I've been a bsource star love! Y'all used to love this woman and everything she does but now you come off as a hater! Plain & simple! What's the issue? She's doing what she been doing so what's the problem? U a fan or you realizing you never was?! Girl bye! :cheerup:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: NEW MOON on February 16, 2026, 01:12:38 AM
Quote from: RobLeeMusic88 on Today at 01:06:20 AM
Quote from: NEW MOON on Today at 12:12:09 AM
Quote from: RobLeeMusic88 on February 15, 2026, 11:50:56 PMSome of y'all seriously need to reevaluate if you're Brandy fans or not! I don't think a lot of you are. You used to like Brandy so you feel entitled to speak on her choices but it's been a long time since y'all been a fan of ANYTHING she's done or doing! GTF on!

girl shut the fuck up.
Bish! Plus I been here! I don't comment on a lot of things but I've been a bsource star love! Y'all used to love this woman and everything she does but now you come off as a hater! Plain & simple! What's the issue? She's doing what she been doing so what's the problem? U a fan or you realizing you never was?! Girl bye! :cheerup:

I'm not hating just because I don't like her most recent artistic choices. Fans don't have to love everything someone does. I can see how it can come off as entitled..but I think when your fans want to support you and your performances are consistently underwhelming...it becomes frustrating. I think I've just decided to pull back on how much I invest bc it's her artistry and she has the right to express it how she wants.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 16, 2026, 01:21:08 AM
The initial reactions were mixed but I'm seeing mostly positive things now.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUzCrlFiawq/?igsh=dWJiYTllN3NnaWVm
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: The definition on February 16, 2026, 01:28:04 AM
Brandy gave the National anthem a real R&B twist
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 02:00:20 AM
Quote from: RAY7 on Today at 12:01:23 AMhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DUzhczEDPKY/?img_index=17&igsh=NHBqZ2htMHNoM2hl

Well the little a cappella clip here she sounded good
I think the mic was on in spots

Bran getting star struck over Giannis and Magic fdcgynkm
@Vonc2002 you see Frank ass was involved dnt you?! Don't @ me again on no bullshit cause I said what I said grandma
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 02:04:50 AM
Quote from: yearofbrandy on Today at 12:32:15 AMI've watched it a few more times and it's not as bad lol. A lot of artist and producers are loving it. Brandy might have started something
I take back what I said, this is revolutionary! Bran done started some shit that's gonna be talked about for years to come, decades maybe.....this might be one of the best live National Anthem renditions of all time.

This is the vocal Bible. The standard. Y'all hear that hunger and POWER in her voice? Yes gawwddttt

Jazmine who? Beyonce who?
 :lopsided:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: NEW MOON on February 16, 2026, 02:14:21 AM
I just don't understand why Frank has to be the creative director for everything...

Isn't he like 70? Go sit down.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Harlem on February 16, 2026, 02:29:13 AM
I blame Frank too b/c not June's Diary bitch
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 03:33:43 AM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on Today at 02:00:20 AM
Quote from: RAY7 on Today at 12:01:23 AMhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DUzhczEDPKY/?img_index=17&igsh=NHBqZ2htMHNoM2hl

Well the little a cappella clip here she sounded good
I think the mic was on in spots

Bran getting star struck over Giannis and Magic fdcgynkm
@Vonc2002 you see Frank ass was involved dnt you?! Don't @ me again on no bullshit cause I said what I said grandma
yea he was her creative director which is what we all know he does, slow fag. I never said frank wasnt a part of her team. Creative director isn't musical director or vocal producer, which is what i said DUMMY :dead:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 03:35:53 AM
Quote from: RAY7 on February 15, 2026, 10:32:05 PMUnbelievably this is getting good reviews from what I'm seeing on IG
:ummwhat:

she literally executed this perfectly

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i can see if some of the harmonies were off and it was sloppy but it was CLEAN af!

im not surprised at all that it's being received well. it was different and it was done right!
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 03:41:34 AM
like there wasn't one spot in this rendition where it fell flat or sounded weird

it was smooth, pretty

i can tell she put so much work into this. "Lazy" my ass

someone not screaming and hollering doesn't mean low effort overall.

if anything i can tell MORE effort was put into this presentation than what is usually put into the anthem teas.
i hear HOURS of work. if not days

it's usually an uneventful, predictable, SNOOZE fest.

(https://i.gifer.com/LVp.gif)
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Purple Moon on February 16, 2026, 03:44:13 AM
I was shocked watching this. Why tf was she lipping to the bgs so obviously to then singing minor lead parts a bit more believable but still lipped and still whispered? The "and the rockets red glare..." was the most anticlimatic shit ever.

She looked absolutely beautiful but this gave me NOTHING! I am starting to lose interest in her music endeavors.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Kalifornia. on February 16, 2026, 03:49:56 AM
I didn't like this.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 03:52:28 AM
and honestly on most of the backgrounds i hear GHan

i think junes diary was there just for visual effect

she put her heel in this mess

just like im bout to sink my boot into somebodys ass :ummwhat:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Purple Moon on February 16, 2026, 03:55:00 AM
Quote from: Slavic Pocahontas on Today at 03:52:28 AMand honestly on most of the backgrounds i hear GHan

i think junes diary was there just for visual effect

she put her heel in this mess

just like im bout to sink my boot into somebodys ass :ummwhat:
i feel like ur one of 2 people on here who liked this :hmph: how does it feel?
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 03:56:51 AM
Quote from: Purple Moon on Today at 03:55:00 AM
Quote from: Slavic Pocahontas on Today at 03:52:28 AMand honestly on most of the backgrounds i hear GHan

i think junes diary was there just for visual effect

she put her heel in this mess

just like im bout to sink my boot into somebodys ass :ummwhat:
i feel like ur one of 2 people on here who liked this :hmph: how does it feel?
murderous  :caramelapple:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: NEW MOON on February 16, 2026, 04:43:47 AM
I think Brandy is her own musical director and vocal producer for her live performances and therein lies the problem.  :dead:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Ulysses on February 16, 2026, 04:50:36 AM
This is terrible. Some of yall can try to twist and turn to pretend to like this, but it's TERRIBLE.

AND once again, lipped. Which many of us were hoping she WOULDN'T do when this was first announced and the same people trying to pretend this is good are the same ones upset when it was mentioned that we hope this wasn't going to be lipped.

Our girl is gone.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Purple Moon on February 16, 2026, 05:00:56 AM
Btw am i the only one who found the snapping to be so out of place and annoying?
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Luxury on February 16, 2026, 05:25:19 AM
Quote from: NEW MOON on Today at 04:43:47 AMI think Brandy is her own musical director and vocal producer for her live performances and therein lies the problem.  :dead:

Bingo! There's a huge taste issue with Bran...
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on February 16, 2026, 06:10:17 AM
Quote from: Kalifornia. on Today at 03:49:56 AMI didn't like this.
Thank you. Was it that hard to state your opinion without attacking?
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 06:38:06 AM
Quote from: Slavic Pocahontas on Today at 03:41:34 AMlike there wasn't one spot in this rendition where it fell flat or sounded weird

it was smooth, pretty

i can tell she put so much work into this. "Lazy" my ass

someone not screaming and hollering doesn't mean low effort overall.

if anything i can tell MORE effort was put into this presentation than what is usually put into the anthem teas.
i hear HOURS of work. if not days

it's usually an uneventful, predictable, SNOOZE fest.

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She's always putting so much into something that doesn't require all of that. Just sing a powerful and memorable lead that is sung live! I rather her put that effort into a new album instead of using studio time and money to lip sync everything and record backgrounds for every damn thing.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Purple Moon on February 16, 2026, 06:58:09 AM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on Today at 06:38:06 AM
Quote from: Slavic Pocahontas on Today at 03:41:34 AMlike there wasn't one spot in this rendition where it fell flat or sounded weird

it was smooth, pretty

i can tell she put so much work into this. "Lazy" my ass

someone not screaming and hollering doesn't mean low effort overall.

if anything i can tell MORE effort was put into this presentation than what is usually put into the anthem teas.
i hear HOURS of work. if not days

it's usually an uneventful, predictable, SNOOZE fest.

(https://i.gifer.com/LVp.gif)
She's always putting so much into something that doesn't require all of that. Just sing a powerful and memorable lead that is sung live! I rather her put that effort into a new album instead of using studio time and money to lip sync everything and record backgrounds for every damn thing.
!!!
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 07:04:22 AM
Quote from: NEW MOON on Today at 04:43:47 AMI think Brandy is her own musical director and vocal producer for her live performances and therein lies the problem.  :dead:

Exactly! Which is exactly my point.  Stop bringing up frank and blaming him for everything this mf does.  Furthermore more, even if Frank DID say "u should do it this way". Brandy is a LEGENDARY artist and has the executive decision to do whatever she wants. So ANYTHING that happens with Brandy is BRANDY'S fault  :dead:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 07:05:45 AM
Quote from: Purple Moon on Today at 05:00:56 AMBtw am i the only one who found the snapping to be so out of place and annoying?
I liked tbe performance tbh and i loved the snapping even. The only part I didnt like was her not giving us that "money note"
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: GYNandTONIC on February 16, 2026, 07:35:14 AM
Quote from: Ulysses on Today at 04:50:36 AMThis is terrible. Some of yall can try to twist and turn to pretend to like this, but it's TERRIBLE.

AND once again, lipped. Which many of us were hoping she WOULDN'T do when this was first announced and the same people trying to pretend this is good are the same ones upset when it was mentioned that we hope this wasn't going to be lipped.

Our girl is gone.

Boy STFU with that dramatic bullshit. Nobody has to act like they like something if they don't. If it didn't click with you that's fine. But acting like your distain must be unanimous is where shit gets corny.

Musically there was nothing TERRIBLE about it. A musically inclined person would clearly hear what she did. If your preference is for her to sing that standard traditionally as she's done 4 times before, good for you. I enjoyed the reinvention and like with most things I believe it will age very well.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Ulysses on February 16, 2026, 07:40:40 AM
Quote from: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on Today at 06:10:17 AM
Quote from: Kalifornia. on Today at 03:49:56 AMI didn't like this.
Thank you. Was it that hard to state your opinion without attacking?
So you can only have an in depth opinion if you liked it??? 

Being MAGA isn't a good look on you  :dead:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: ilovetotour on February 16, 2026, 07:50:08 AM
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUzIBKbjf1t/?igsh=MWF2M24wZWRmbXgzeg==

I've seen some mixed reviews but the majority say she killed it.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Ulysses on February 16, 2026, 07:55:35 AM
It's been over a DECADE now without a live vocal from her, AND SHE JUST FINISHED A 30 SOME DATE TOUR A COUPLE MONTHS AGO  :uhh:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: I. Hate. Monica. on February 16, 2026, 08:23:21 AM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on Today at 07:04:22 AM
Quote from: NEW MOON on Today at 04:43:47 AMI think Brandy is her own musical director and vocal producer for her live performances and therein lies the problem.  :dead:

Exactly! Which is exactly my point.  Stop bringing up frank and blaming him for everything this mf does.  Furthermore more, even if Frank DID say "u should do it this way". Brandy is a LEGENDARY artist and has the executive decision to do whatever she wants. So ANYTHING that happens with Brandy is BRANDY'S fault  :dead:

Someone brought up frank and she responded on TikTok that everything she does is her choice
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 16, 2026, 08:44:42 AM
Yall woke up STILL in fumes
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 08:56:19 AM
Quote from: FUCK Bey on Today at 08:44:42 AMYall woke up STILL in fumes
Yes bby but dnt come crying when months and years from now we still getting the same mess and no album or a monstrosity of an album like B7 again....is this her legacy? Is this who we are?

Oh my have the stars fallen
 :'(
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 08:56:41 AM
Quote from: I. Hate. Monica. on Today at 08:23:21 AM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on Today at 07:04:22 AM
Quote from: NEW MOON on Today at 04:43:47 AMI think Brandy is her own musical director and vocal producer for her live performances and therein lies the problem.  :dead:

Exactly! Which is exactly my point.  Stop bringing up frank and blaming him for everything this mf does.  Furthermore more, even if Frank DID say "u should do it this way". Brandy is a LEGENDARY artist and has the executive decision to do whatever she wants. So ANYTHING that happens with Brandy is BRANDY'S fault  :dead:

Someone brought up frank and she responded on TikTok that everything she does is her choice
And DASSIT! Bsource has an obsession with "Frank is the culprit" "FIRE FRANK!".  The same way they blame DJ Camper for her shitty music these days. DJ camper is the same nigga that wrote and produced for HER, Love and War for Tamar, Trust and Believe for Keyshia,  etc.  If Brandy WANTED to sound like sumn else, SHE COULD. Enablers on this board tryna blame everyone under the sun BUT the mf that actually is to blame.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 08:59:07 AM
One thing someone said that made sense is sometimes u grow out of love with sn artist and don't like they shit anymore. Some of us are just out of sync with what Brandy is giving us these days
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Summertime on February 16, 2026, 09:02:19 AM
Quote from: ilovetotour on Today at 07:50:08 AMhttps://www.instagram.com/reel/DUzIBKbjf1t/?igsh=MWF2M24wZWRmbXgzeg==

I've seen some mixed reviews but the majority say she killed it.

The approach of it is really good and unique. So I am not shocked overall she is getting good reviews. Brandy excels with arrangements. The issue with this strictly is everything sounds super processed.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 09:03:08 AM
scrollin thru Google images now SHIVERING

How is she so PERFECT 😭😭

(https://i.pinimg.com/736x/f3/f5/7f/f3f57f0921e60040ccbd9c55d913a769.jpg)
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Harlem on February 16, 2026, 09:04:46 AM
Quiet as kept, Brandy lacks good taste and it shows when she's in control but im starting to see that with most of our fav artists who comes from the era of artist development and machines

Usher the same way too. If I see one more video that Usher originally hated another hit of his and they had to force him to cut it and release it  :plzstop:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Luxury on February 16, 2026, 09:07:08 AM
Quote from: Summertime on Today at 09:02:19 AM
Quote from: ilovetotour on Today at 07:50:08 AMhttps://www.instagram.com/reel/DUzIBKbjf1t/?igsh=MWF2M24wZWRmbXgzeg==

I've seen some mixed reviews but the majority say she killed it.

The approach of it is really good and unique. So I am not shocked overall she is getting good reviews. Brandy excels with arrangements. The issue with this strictly is everything sounds super processed.
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 09:07:32 AM
Quote from: Harlem on Today at 09:04:46 AMQuiet as kept, Brandy lacks good taste and it shows when she's in control but im starting to see that with most of our fav artists who comes from the era of artist development and machines

Usher the same way too. If I see one more video that Usher originally hated another hit of his and they had to force him to cut it and release it  :plzstop:
GODnis taste was on point

I felt vindicated af when she said she thought Unbreak My Heart was "too Disney" at first

Ion care if it's her biggest hit . It was still too grilled and a snoozefest
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Luxury on February 16, 2026, 09:08:08 AM
Quote from: Harlem on Today at 09:04:46 AMQuiet as kept, Brandy lacks good taste and it shows when she's in control 
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 16, 2026, 09:08:17 AM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on Today at 08:56:19 AM
Quote from: FUCK Bey on Today at 08:44:42 AMYall woke up STILL in fumes
Yes bby but dnt come crying when months and years from now we still getting the same mess and no album or a monstrosity of an album like B7 again....is this her legacy? Is this who we are?

Oh my have the stars fallen
 :'(
"is this what we represent?"

HDNSNDNDNDNDNDNNDNDNDNNFNDNFNFNFNDNFNNRNFNDNNFNDNFNDNCC
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 09:09:08 AM
Quote from: Harlem on Today at 09:04:46 AMQuiet as kept, Brandy lacks good taste and it shows when she's in control but im starting to see that with most of our fav artists who comes from the era of artist development and machines

Usher the same way too. If I see one more video that Usher originally hated another hit of his and they had to force him to cut it and release it  :plzstop:
Yes alot of these mfs need DIRECTION and thats all it is.  Brandy needs vocal producers BAD
Lashswn Daniel's is rolling in his grave somewhere listening to garbled up shit she's releasing
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 09:09:46 AM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on Today at 09:09:08 AM
Quote from: Harlem on Today at 09:04:46 AMQuiet as kept, Brandy lacks good taste and it shows when she's in control but im starting to see that with most of our fav artists who comes from the era of artist development and machines

Usher the same way too. If I see one more video that Usher originally hated another hit of his and they had to force him to cut it and release it  :plzstop:
Yes alot of these mfs need DIRECTION and thats all it is.  Brandy needs vocal producers BAD
Lashswn Daniel's is rolling in his grave somewhere listening to garbled up shit she's releasing
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 16, 2026, 09:13:09 AM
Quote from: Slavic Pocahontas on Today at 09:07:32 AM
Quote from: Harlem on Today at 09:04:46 AMQuiet as kept, Brandy lacks good taste and it shows when she's in control but im starting to see that with most of our fav artists who comes from the era of artist development and machines

Usher the same way too. If I see one more video that Usher originally hated another hit of his and they had to force him to cut it and release it  :plzstop:
GODnis taste was on point

I felt vindicated af when she said she thought Unbreak My Heart was "too Disney" at first

Ion care if it's her biggest hit . It was still too grilled and a snoozefest

This reminds me of when Mary said when Umbrella was sent to her all she heard was " eh eh eh" and said wtf???  :plzstop:  "my fans would kill me"
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 09:16:02 AM
Quote from: L0NZ. on Today at 09:13:09 AM
Quote from: Slavic Pocahontas on Today at 09:07:32 AM
Quote from: Harlem on Today at 09:04:46 AMQuiet as kept, Brandy lacks good taste and it shows when she's in control but im starting to see that with most of our fav artists who comes from the era of artist development and machines

Usher the same way too. If I see one more video that Usher originally hated another hit of his and they had to force him to cut it and release it  :plzstop:
GODnis taste was on point

I felt vindicated af when she said she thought Unbreak My Heart was "too Disney" at first

Ion care if it's her biggest hit . It was still too grilled and a snoozefest

This reminds me of when Mary said when Umbrella was sent to her all she heard was " eh eh eh" and said wtf???  :plzstop:  "my fans would kill me"
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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Eh... on February 16, 2026, 09:17:44 AM
I don't think it sounds bad just unexpected. When you do something unexpected you have to either kill it or be prepared for a lot of criticism
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Purple Moon on February 16, 2026, 09:20:00 AM
Will she address this in the upcoming memoir???
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 09:23:55 AM
Quote from: Eh... on Today at 09:17:44 AMI don't think it sounds bad just unexpected. When you do something unexpected you have to either kill it or be prepared for a lot of criticism
this.

she actually slayed it but people expecting hollering and screaming

let goddess have fun with the mess. the whole "land of the free" tea is a joke anyway but thats a whole nother topic

enjoy urself kwee!

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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 16, 2026, 09:46:21 AM
I would have preferred something more, traditional with a FEW embellishments here and there.

But I feel differently about the VISION this morning. I can dig it. It's def one of a kind, in the history of SSB performances. It was daring and I kinda like that.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 10:02:42 AM
GHans creative direction here IMO >>>

She high key modernized the tea a bit
The anthem got a MUCH needed update

IMO this is true artistry 

From the piece itself to how it's polarizing the gorls in its reception/interpretation on social media

Even to how it's taking some gorls a minute to "get" it

Give the gorls ART beauvy kwee!
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Lazarus on February 16, 2026, 10:02:50 AM
Quote from: Harlem on Today at 09:04:46 AMQuiet as kept, Brandy lacks good taste and it shows when she's in control but im starting to see that with most of our fav artists who comes from the era of artist development and machines

Usher the same way too. If I see one more video that Usher originally hated another hit of his and they had to force him to cut it and release it  :plzstop:

His career would've went nowhere if he kept rejecting potential hits. This is why A&R's are important and needed.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 10:10:42 AM
And the harmonies weren't excessive IMO

Maybe what people mean is that they were "relatively excessive" in regards to what we are used to hearing from the anthem. Which is usually a boneless mess.

Cuz everything made sense and flowed together very well

It was VERY smooth and intentional.

Feels like GHan set out to do something special .
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 10:17:05 AM
And another damn thing

Fnnfnfnfnfnnf

The fact that she took time to do something this creatively artistic is actually a good sign

Don't wanna jump the gun but I feel like GHan is in her bag.

:woohoo:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 10:17:44 AM
TLDR: I will KILL u faggots
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Teddy3891 on February 16, 2026, 10:31:55 AM
Only her could have arranged it like that.
I did not like it but it cool to try new things. She's done it so many times if they wanna watch a solo version no backgrounds go watch those.
Creativity and risk go hand in hand. On to the next. 
Most singers lack creativity these days which is why a lot of the "good ones" sound similar.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Teddy3891 on February 16, 2026, 10:34:10 AM
That said. New creative direction is necessary and the vocal insecurity is annoying. Girl sing live for fuck sake.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 16, 2026, 10:38:36 AM
Too many things are true here.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: rosone1 on February 16, 2026, 10:55:37 AM
Why is Brandy being credited for this performance?All she did was chime in from time to time. :plzstop:  :plzstop:
Nah but it wasn't bad just different.And people on IG and X are saying she isn't lipping.Are you blind?
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 11:00:39 AM
:ummwhat:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Kalifornia. on February 16, 2026, 11:06:46 AM
At least she looked beautiful.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Kalifornia. on February 16, 2026, 11:09:23 AM
Quote from: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on Today at 06:10:17 AM
Quote from: Kalifornia. on Today at 03:49:56 AMI didn't like this.
Thank you. Was it that hard to state your opinion without attacking?

Girl you couldn't wait for me to comment :kii:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: bby ddy on February 16, 2026, 11:23:00 AM
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DU0uaLPEQMW/?igsh=MXJ3bmJpd2ZnZHQ2Mw==


 :kii:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 16, 2026, 11:25:18 AM
Nnn
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: RAY7 on February 16, 2026, 11:45:57 AM
Quote from: bby ddy on Today at 11:23:00 AMhttps://www.instagram.com/reel/DU0uaLPEQMW/?igsh=MXJ3bmJpd2ZnZHQ2Mw==


 :kii:
htcrffg
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 11:49:37 AM
Let's be clear, I dnt care about the background....that's fine

I needed a live strong lead vocal that I know she can do and to stop all of the dramatics for those little ass notes.

If Brandy would've gave us a strong lead w/o the weird pauses (and a different outfit) this would've been perfect
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: ilovetotour on February 16, 2026, 11:58:45 AM
There are plenty of videos of Brandy singing the National Anthem the traditional way if that's what you're looking for. The All-Star Game has historically been a space where artists take creative liberties and showcase their artistry, so this didn't surprise me. She chose to do something different and lean into her signature sound. Not every fan is going to like it, and that's okay. She's being intentional about curating her legacy. I'm here for it.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: RAY7 on February 16, 2026, 11:59:21 AM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on Today at 11:49:37 AMLet's be clear, I dnt care about the background....that's fine

I needed a live strong lead vocal that I know she can do and to stop all of the dramatics for those little ass notes.

If Brandy would've gave us a strong lead w/o the weird pause this would've been perfect
exactly. It was too noticeable how her mic was MUTED when the harmonies came in and her face looked like she was singing EXTRA hard for no sound.
Then she was in that soft falsetto the ENTIRE time. She ain't have to HOLLER to just sing loud and clear at least for the climax of the song


But it still musically was good. On key, the harmonies were consonant and her tone is beautiful. She just seems afraid to SANG
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: #Mu7 on February 16, 2026, 12:06:38 PM
Iono i see a few detractors but a lot of people are going UP for IT LOLOLOL
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Kaeli. on February 16, 2026, 12:07:10 PM
Btw... this is kinda the best she's looked in years. Ommm

And she stopped using the matte nude lip that she's been spamming these last 2 months
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 12:09:59 PM
Quote from: #Mu7 on Today at 12:06:38 PMIono i see a few detractora but a lot of people are going UP for IT LOLOLOL
lolz

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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Ulysses on February 16, 2026, 12:10:35 PM
Quote from: Teddy3891 on Today at 10:34:10 AMThat said. New creative direction is necessary and the vocal insecurity is annoying. Girl sing live for fuck sake.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Purple Moon on February 16, 2026, 12:14:51 PM
This is definitely going viral in a bunch of places, something that a regular rendition probably wouldnt have done. So ill give her that...make them talk about you queen! And give us a live vocal when u promote ur memoir plz (not ADC).
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 12:16:11 PM
GHan kinda shook the table with the mess

love it or hate it the gorls are talking and have taken sides on how they feel about it

viral kwee!

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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 12:16:23 PM
Quote from: Purple Moon on Today at 12:14:51 PMThis is definitely going viral in a bunch of places, something that a regular rendition probably wouldnt have done.
!!!!!!!!!

she slayed this.

THIS. is ART!

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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: #Mu7 on February 16, 2026, 12:18:34 PM
Oh and Queen had another post where she was getting HOT about of BBALL players......


Lets get her some dick again, she makes sickening music when she getting good DICK.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Ulysses on February 16, 2026, 12:18:57 PM
She def didn't slay this. She missed pretty bad.

Just one more LIVE performance before you completely retire, Queen. Please...
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: L0NZ. on February 16, 2026, 12:26:31 PM
Quote from: #Mu7 on Today at 12:18:34 PMOh and Queen had another post where she was getting HOT about of BBALL players......


Lets get her some dick again, she makes sickening music when she getting good DICK.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3iBZ4XKmHo8

If you wannisahnn
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 12:33:25 PM
Quote from: L0NZ. on Today at 12:26:31 PM
Quote from: #Mu7 on Today at 12:18:34 PMOh and Queen had another post where she was getting HOT about of BBALL players......


Lets get her some dick again, she makes sickening music when she getting good DICK.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3iBZ4XKmHo8

If you wannisahnn
:cmereddy:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 12:34:06 PM
Quote from: Ulysses on Today at 12:18:57 PMShe def didn -
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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Kalifornia. on February 16, 2026, 12:34:38 PM
I think this could've been amazing if she sang live and let June's do live harmonies.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: GYNandTONIC on February 16, 2026, 12:36:02 PM
Brandy got the fanbases fuming and the general public praising  :plzstop:

Brandy fans and other fanbases are the first to try and throw salt on the Queen. But the industry and the generals be going AHP!

Mofo's doing skits and vocal analysis. ONLY Brandy  :kii:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 16, 2026, 12:40:35 PM
Quote from: Purple Moon on Today at 12:14:51 PMThis is definitely going viral in a bunch of places, something that a regular rendition probably wouldnt have done. So ill give her that...make them talk about you queen! And give us a live vocal when u promote ur memoir plz (not ADC).
>><<

That's my point. It's gone viral and everyone is discussing it - hate it or love it.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 16, 2026, 12:41:19 PM
If she did a regular mess, everyone would've gave "cute" and moved on.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Ulysses on February 16, 2026, 12:42:38 PM
Quote from: GYNandTONIC on Today at 12:36:02 PMBrandy got the fanbases fuming and the general public praising  :plzstop:

Brandy fans and other fanbases are the first to try and throw salt on the Queen. But the industry and the generals be going AHP!

Mofo's doing skits and vocal analysis. ONLY Brandy  :kii:
Your statement is false.

Do yourself a favor and google "brandy national anthem" and you will see quite a few are reporting the mess. Only a couple praises
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 12:43:42 PM
Tbh listening to it the next day, I love it.  If she would've given a stronger lead vocal or atleast hit the NOTES when they came i wouldn't have had shit to say. Lipped and all
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Harlem on February 16, 2026, 12:46:25 PM
Quote from: Kalifornia. on Today at 12:34:38 PMI think this could've been amazing if she sang live and let June's do live harmonies.

!!!!

This is my only issue. She should've just sang it live and with her chest. Ppl wanna hear the rawness of her voice. She underestimates that ppl love her lead vocals, the rasp, the depth, and her choices when she is live. It probably would've resonated better
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: #Mu7 on February 16, 2026, 12:46:40 PM
Agree Vonc it sounds good in the headphones tbh.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 16, 2026, 12:49:01 PM
!!! It grew on me too!!
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: #Mu7 on February 16, 2026, 12:51:18 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvyeNaTcLb8&list=RDmvyeNaTcLb8&start_radio=1


the comment section is quite positive. I am not getting the hate here? It was off-kilter at first but then when I thought about it that was the intention. She was letting us know superbowl day to go and watch that old one cause she was fitting to fuck us up with this one.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: The definition on February 16, 2026, 12:51:49 PM
Positive reviews online, the vocal Bible has people analyzing her scriptures...she did that
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 12:53:19 PM
Quote from: The definition on Today at 12:51:49 PMPositive reviews online, the vocal Bible has people analyzing her scriptures...she did that
:scrumptious:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 12:56:12 PM
and shes looking prevvy :blush:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 12:58:15 PM
GHan we luv u :stressed: omf

So happy for u!!!!

I love that this is going viral cuz she gave the gorls something GOOD to discuss. It's not some train wreck kii that's getting spread just for laughs

Book GHan!

Sometimes it just takes time to absorb pure genius
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Gilgamesh. on February 16, 2026, 01:06:30 PM
Quote from: #Mu7 on Today at 12:46:40 PMAgree Vonc it sounds good in the headphones tbh.

Like I said initially. If she did that as song I'd live, the arrangement is interesting.

It's the (not) live delivery and inclusion of Neveruary's Footnote that's taking me out.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 01:14:45 PM
Quote from: Slavic Pocahontas on Today at 12:09:59 PM
Quote from: #Mu7 on Today at 12:06:38 PMIono i see a few detractora but a lot of people are going UP for IT LOLOLOL
lolz

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:kii:  :kii:
You are a mess
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 01:16:22 PM
:woohoo:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 01:20:09 PM
Quote from: L0NZ. on Today at 12:26:31 PM
Quote from: #Mu7 on Today at 12:18:34 PMOh and Queen had another post where she was getting HOT about of BBALL players......


Lets get her some dick again, she makes sickening music when she getting good DICK.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3iBZ4XKmHo8

If you wannisahnn
Yessssss Gawwddtttt
It's crazy this didn't make the album
She shoulda been getting that young dick instead of playing coy and Mother Teresa

I would've been in that locker room b4 the game letting something marinate my throat for the live vocalll
:heyddy:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: RAY7 on February 16, 2026, 01:26:32 PM
I think she was live on her solo ad-libs though guys
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 01:35:41 PM
Not Frank over on instagram fuming and throwing subliminal shade to the fans
:plzstop:  :plzstop:  :plzstop:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: The definition on February 16, 2026, 01:38:28 PM
They need to put this anthem on streaming services
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 01:42:17 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on Today at 01:35:41 PMNot Frank over on instagram fuming and throwing subliminal shade to the fans
:plzstop:  :plzstop:  :plzstop:
hes doing the most

i dont think anyone is "cooning" but i def said a few pages ago that the whole "land of the free" mess is a kii to begin with

but tryna shut Black people up for giving their opinions by calling them "coons" when they clearly aren't intending to hold up any type of system is a bit anti-Black in itself.

i see nothing "wrong" with people giving their opinions on the different rendition of the song. WHether or not we as Black people should be defending the integrity of the anthem is a valid conversation but now's not the time to have it.

of course i prefer everyone to worship GHan nonstop like me but it's OK to have a respectful difference of opinion on what clearly is something fresh and different and very artistic.


https://www.instagram.com/p/DU0ce2jFQnA/
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: RAY7 on February 16, 2026, 01:44:13 PM
Bran just posted in her IG story about ppl dragging her.unfortunately the person she reposted is trying to make it a racism issue :uhh: as is Frank.
Somebody get Silent in here so he can pass along the REAL issue ppl are having
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 01:58:29 PM
love GHan downe but i dont agree with her reposting that

Frank is definitely out of line using that language just to shut people up

who tf do u think you are
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: bby ddy on February 16, 2026, 02:02:38 PM
Quote from: Slavic Pocahontas on Today at 01:58:29 PMlove GHan downe but i dont agree with her reposting that

Frank is definitely out of line using that language just to shut people up

who tf do u think you are

Not STank giving a Nicki tea
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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Harlem on February 16, 2026, 02:06:27 PM
The fans are lashing him in that post too! Good! Not everyone is going to like what Brandy does and it's ok. Take it to the chin and continue to do better work

Also, I can see why Bey/Kelly fired him eventually. He's a lot and messy
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 02:10:23 PM
and what Frank is saying is not even applicable

"cooning" usually implies at least some sort of forethought and awareness of what you're doing

Black Americans are still Americans ...which means we have sung that anthem for years.

maybe some people are not "woke" enough yet to realize how the optics of defending the integrity of the anthem may come off to some other people.

and honestly some could argue that being Black American, we have just as much right to take the integrity of the anthem seriously as anyone else. if a Black American loves the anthem, they are not inherently a "coon".

if that's the case, no one Black person should even identify as anything "American"-adjacent. No "Black American", no "African-American".

it's all about perceived intent. from what i've seen the focus has been on the art and the performance
not "defending the greatness of America and all of its Whitneness".

at Frank's big age I'd expect him to think a bit further before typing.

Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: ReVonIsMine on February 16, 2026, 02:13:48 PM
 :plzstop:  :kii:  :dead:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 02:23:51 PM
Quote from: RAY7 on Today at 01:44:13 PMBran just posted in her IG story about ppl dragging her.unfortunately the person she reposted is trying to make it a racism issue :uhh: as is Frank.
Somebody get Silent in here so he can pass along the REAL issue ppl are having
She don't listen to Silent, that poor baby. Get Ryan in here so I can drag his ass next!

Brandy should be the last one posting about coons because she was QUIET ASF when Ray J coonish hen ass voted for Trump and was at every MAGA convention with that big apple headed hoe Amber Rose.

Brandy is scared asf to even post about politics so dnt get me started cause I'm already questioning if kwee is MAGA herself
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on February 16, 2026, 02:31:30 PM
Quote from: Kalifornia. on Today at 11:09:23 AM
Quote from: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on Today at 06:10:17 AM
Quote from: Kalifornia. on Today at 03:49:56 AMI didn't like this.
Thank you. Was it that hard to state your opinion without attacking?

Girl you couldn't wait for me to comment :kii:
Obvi. You're obsessed with me, I'm obsessed with dragging you.

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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 16, 2026, 02:31:58 PM
I just saw her story.

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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 16, 2026, 02:32:14 PM
Yall bout to lash Brandy back into hiding again
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on February 16, 2026, 02:33:34 PM
Quote from: FUCK Bey on Today at 02:32:14 PMYall bout to lash Brandy back into hiding again
mcmcmcnmcnnncnc

They're not gonna stop until she's in a straight jacket.

 :melmel:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 16, 2026, 02:35:47 PM
Cuz it really ain't that bad for yall to be lynching her for 20 damn pages.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 02:37:08 PM
Not making it racial. Girl just sing OUT and cut all extra harmonies sometimes  :dead:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on February 16, 2026, 02:37:40 PM
You see WHY it's so dangerous to drag this woman simply because you don't like her nail polish color?
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: FUCK Bey on February 16, 2026, 02:37:47 PM
Ghan: "yall really pressed that much over this damn anthem and this SHIT country??"

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yea, yall bout to make her crash out. You know she's sensitive
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 02:37:57 PM
I'm kinda glad she's getting lashed. She's getting too comfortable with all this EXTRA.  Just SING
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on February 16, 2026, 02:38:02 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on Today at 02:37:08 PMNot making it racial. Girl just sing OUT and cut all extra harmonies sometimes  :dead:
Shut the fuck up.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: RAY7 on February 16, 2026, 02:44:18 PM
If Bran wants ppl to put some RESPECT on her name she would call a press conference and sing the anthem a cappella like Beyoncé did

Or maybe just record a video of herself in rehearsal or something
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Ulysses on February 16, 2026, 02:50:33 PM
I thought everyone was loving this??  :unsure:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 02:52:40 PM
Quote from: RAY7 on Today at 02:44:18 PMIf Bran wants ppl to put some RESPECT on her name she would call a press conference and sing the anthem a cappella like Beyoncé did

Or maybe just record a video of herself in rehearsal or something
She could go in her bathroom right now and give 45 sec of raw acapella and shut the gworls up
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 02:53:36 PM
I want her to spend some time and take vocal lessons from Jazmine

I want that voice to be FREE (she holds back too much) fuck a land of the free
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Rxxf on February 16, 2026, 02:54:17 PM
This isn't about race.

It's about ART.

She did something very different.

Some will love it. Some will hate it.

So the fuck what?  :uhh:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Justice Jackson on February 16, 2026, 02:54:47 PM
Smh.. I've been avoiding even listening to it but I see this whole thing has gone straight to hell

Regardless, brandy and frank need to calm down.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 02:57:20 PM
i blame Frank
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Rxxf on February 16, 2026, 02:58:13 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on Today at 12:43:42 PMTbh listening to it the next day, I love it.  If she would've given a stronger lead vocal or atleast hit the NOTES when they came i wouldn't have had shit to say. Lipped and all

THIS.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on February 16, 2026, 03:02:45 PM
I like this rendition and I can see many taking notes for their versions moving forward. I think it would've been better for a group but I guess the point was to allow June's to shine. Glad she's doing something since Kelly left them DOA.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: ReVonIsMine on February 16, 2026, 03:04:54 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on Today at 02:53:36 PMI want her to spend some time and take vocal lessons from Jazmine


Now this is where I draw the line. Please STOP!
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Harlem on February 16, 2026, 03:07:48 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on Today at 02:37:57 PMI'm kinda glad she's getting lashed. She's getting too comfortable with all this EXTRA.  Just SING

My friend just said the same shit! He hates that she ruined her Folded Remix moment with the extra shit too
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Gilgamesh. on February 16, 2026, 03:13:58 PM
Quote from: #Mu7 on Today at 12:46:40 PMAgree Vonc it sounds good in the headphones tbh.

A studio version would slay.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Dee on February 16, 2026, 03:16:44 PM
Quote from: ReVonIsMine on Today at 03:04:54 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on Today at 02:53:36 PMI want her to spend some time and take vocal lessons from Jazmine

Now this is where I draw the line. Please STOP!

That gorl is WEIRD. :uhh:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 03:18:50 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh. on Today at 03:13:58 PM
Quote from: #Mu7 on Today at 12:46:40 PMAgree Vonc it sounds good in the headphones tbh.

A studio version would slay.
my friend is obsessed with stripping songs and making them Acapella. He sent me this last night and I think it's SO mf pretty and u can really hear the intricacies of what she did. I hate that it took out the snaps tho.  Other than that it's beautiful

https://voca.ro/1k2cCJHfdwPm
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: klappa. on February 16, 2026, 03:37:20 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on Today at 02:53:36 PMI want her to spend some time and take vocal lessons from Jazmine

bran is the one that taught her tho

 :everythingok:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: RAY7 on February 16, 2026, 03:37:49 PM
I hear Kristal and Ashly
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 03:38:35 PM
Quote from: RAY7 on Today at 03:37:49 PMI hear Kristal and Ashly
!!!!!
I initially thought they were there just for show, but they actually did sing
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: ReVonIsMine on February 16, 2026, 03:38:43 PM
Why does this sound like it could have been on her Christmas album the more I listen.  :dead:
I don't know if that is good or bad, but one thing Brandy will never do is disappoint me vocally.
She just has that tone and placement down to a science.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: RAY7 on February 16, 2026, 03:39:44 PM
Quote from: klappa. on Today at 03:37:20 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on Today at 02:53:36 PMI want her to spend some time and take vocal lessons from Jazmine

bran is the one that taught her tho

 :everythingok:
right
Now she has outwardly studied some specific Jazmine runs but not her being a student of the girl that grew up listening to her.
If she needs coaching her father can help her
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: ReVonIsMine on February 16, 2026, 03:47:59 PM
They could have said Kim Burrell since she taught both Brandy and Jazmine.
That would make more sense. I feel like Brandy can execute everything Jazmine does
She just knows placement and how not to not do every vocal acrobatic she is capable of
in one song, like Jazmine lol
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 03:56:12 PM
Quote from: ReVonIsMine on Today at 03:47:59 PMThey could have said Kim Burrell since she taught both Brandy and Jazmine.
That would make more sense. I feel like Brandy can execute everything Jazmine does
She just knows placement and how not to not do every vocal acrobatic she is capable of
in one song, like Jazmine lol
Jazmine doesn't do every vocal acrobatic...Heaux tales was a vocal masterpiece
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Summertime on February 16, 2026, 03:57:15 PM
Damn Kim would really be the perfect Lashawn replacement for her. She would do the Lashawn thing of giving her confidence but also Brandy would  listen since she has respect for Kim.
Brandy needs someone to give her vocal confidence that was a key piece about Lashawn.
Kim and Tyrese stay linked so Brandy should def tap in with Kim like her bff.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 03:58:23 PM
Quote from: RAY7 on Today at 03:39:44 PM
Quote from: klappa. on Today at 03:37:20 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on Today at 02:53:36 PMI want her to spend some time and take vocal lessons from Jazmine

bran is the one that taught her tho

 :everythingok:
right
Now she has outwardly studied some specific Jazmine runs but not her being a student of the girl that grew up listening to her.
If she needs coaching her father can help her
Well no...and nothing wrong with the teacher teaching the student and the student teaching the teacher...that's life and I would love to see what Bran could sound like with that direction.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 03:59:08 PM
Quote from: Dee on Today at 03:16:44 PM
Quote from: ReVonIsMine on Today at 03:04:54 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on Today at 02:53:36 PMI want her to spend some time and take vocal lessons from Jazmine

Now this is where I draw the line. Please STOP!

That gorl is WEIRD. :uhh:

I got condos in that bish head
 :letsmessfag:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Andthecategoryis... on February 16, 2026, 04:01:03 PM
Quote from: ReVonIsMine on Today at 03:04:54 PM
Quote from: Andthecategoryis... on Today at 02:53:36 PMI want her to spend some time and take vocal lessons from Jazmine


Now this is where I draw the line. Please STOP!
Why so bby?
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: JCJ on February 16, 2026, 04:02:55 PM
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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: #Mu7 on February 16, 2026, 04:06:26 PM
Brandy is sooooo BACKKKKKK
Go Sal and Ryan.

Next UP BEST SELLING AUTHOR
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Kalifornia. on February 16, 2026, 04:06:31 PM
Quote from: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on Today at 02:31:30 PM
Quote from: Kalifornia. on Today at 11:09:23 AM
Quote from: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on Today at 06:10:17 AM
Quote from: Kalifornia. on Today at 03:49:56 AMI didn't like this.
Thank you. Was it that hard to state your opinion without attacking?

Girl you couldn't wait for me to comment :kii:
Obvi. I'm obsessed

WE KNOW LOL!

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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: GYNandTONIC on February 16, 2026, 04:12:43 PM
It's crazy how all ppl who texted me yesterday saying they didn't like it, are now texting me they love it.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on February 16, 2026, 04:17:52 PM
mmxnxcnnfnfncncnxn

Ghan showing, ONCE AGAIN, how ahead of the times she is. Glad everyone is falling in line now.

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Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: lovechild on February 16, 2026, 04:38:30 PM
Once you get over the shock of it , it's actually pretty . I guess the days of Brandy actually singing live is behind us . I can appreciate that she took a chance and put her own spin on it tho. I love the harmonies id just love to hear her sing live again . It takes away from the feeling when everything is so produced and pre recorded . Takes away from the magic of a live performance imo
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: NEW MOON on February 16, 2026, 05:21:43 PM
I like it the more I listen to it

Still wish she sung lead more because June's Diary is carrying most of the song.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: United Nations Barbie 🇺🇳 on February 16, 2026, 05:30:24 PM
Yea my only issue is that her vocals sound more backgroundy but it was a great version overall.
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: ReVonIsMine on February 16, 2026, 05:33:19 PM
JD3 plus the random new girl were there merely for the aesthetic. Their actual voices are nowhere in this performance.

All parties involved were syncing.  :dead:
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 05:37:26 PM
That other girl is from JS. I used to love them.  I feel like she's so much older than them
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Slavic Pocahontas on February 16, 2026, 05:42:43 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on Today at 05:37:26 PMThat other girl is from JS. I feel like she's so much older than them
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bitch not JS

i knew she looked familiar

come n get ah scoo' ah my ice cream bayvay


Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: Vonc2002 on February 16, 2026, 05:58:50 PM
GOD Angel>>>>>Ice Cream :oof:
https://youtu.be/RAg-2G-n8es
Title: Re: Brandy National Anthem trending on X - mixed reviews
Post by: ReVonIsMine on February 16, 2026, 06:40:02 PM
Quote from: Vonc2002 on Today at 05:37:26 PMThat other girl is from JS. I used to love them.  I feel like she's so much older than them
OMG I fkn love JS her especially.