QuoteSoul Sisters Podcast: Brandy Puts 'Other People's Opinions' In Perspective
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Early into this episode of Soul Sisters, Brandy remarks on the "hundred thousand butterflies" she feels when we remind her of how much success she's had, on the Billboard charts and beyond, in her 20-plus year career as an entertainer. From her lightning hot debut album Brandy that she put out when she was only 15, to her Grammy win for the best-selling female duet of all time "The Boy Is Mine," to her work with Whitney Houston in Cinderella and her starring role on Moesha, Brandy has been an inspirational figure for as long as most people under 40 can remember.
"This whole moment is a blessing," she remarks, visibly overwhelmed by the conversation. "I didn?t even know that this was going to happen like this today.?
But "this" feeling she's talking about is exactly what Brandy walked into the room with: an immense amount of gratitude for what she feels is a new empowering moment in her career, underlined by her fresh new single "Beggin & Pleadin" after a long period of struggling against her own self-doubts, let alone anyone else's, throughout her improbable success.
"When other people?s opinions matter more than yours, that?s when the road gets rocky," she warns. "I?m a living witness to that."
Brandy takes us all the way back, from growing up in Mississippi, which she left for Los Angeles at the age of four, to what it was like seeing her name climb to No. 1 for the first time just over a decade later.
"I remember entering the charts at 90-something. I was just so happy to be on the charts - the Billboard charts!" she recalls, before sharing a story of the first time she ever heard a stranger playing her single, from their car at a Del Taco drive-through.
"I?m doing what I want to do," Brandy states firmly. "And nothing is going to get in the way of it."
Check out the full episode below, hosted by Billboard writer/content creator Jessie Katz and Parlour Tricks singer Darah Golub, and be sure to subscribe to our iTunes channel for all future episodes:
https://soundcloud.com/billboard/soul-sisters-podcast-brandy (https://soundcloud.com/billboard/soul-sisters-podcast-brandy)
Great (but lengthy) interview with Brandy chronically her career in her own words. She also sings a few lines of the first demo song she ever recorded in a studio.
MORE with Billboard!? lmao!!!
not Soul sisters
are they racist
wait...it feels like the new era is upon us
Also around the 38 min mark, the hosts mentions something about "starring in a documentary series and hosting a a documentary series..."
Not sure if this was mentioned as an example of things she's done or rather new projects she's working on...
they're running through her stats now
i didn't know half of this ommmm
:ohwow:
aw these white girls talking about her impact and they're crying 7 minutes in
:loose2when:
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 05:26:50 PM
they're running through her stats now
i didn't know half of this ommmm
:ohwow:
!!!! neither did I...like what kinda stan am i :dead:
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 05:22:39 PM
not Soul sisters
are they racist
this just made me SCREAM
they're asking great questions about her voice
I'd recommend listening when u have nothing to do :dead: im glad im off today. She's saying that she didn't realize
how different her voice was until she started recording her first album
Biiiiiiit
This was cute
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 05:29:56 PM
aw these white girls talking about her impact and they're crying 7 minutes in
:loose2when:
they're such stars....im using this interview so much.
omg after 23 minutes in, she sings a little bit of the FIRST song she's ever recorded in studio
"my guy"
people calling her ugly and mess when she was younger
ugh now she's crying again. wtf man
Lemme see.
omg brandy crying....
this is so deep guys.
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 05:48:15 PM
people calling her ugly and mess when she was younger
ugh now she's crying again. wtf man
im crying
wtf
hurry up with that book brandy! u lived 100 lives
she talks about the new shit after 42 minutes in if u wanna skip ahead
"My freedom to do whatever the FUCK i wanna do"
OMG
:plzstop: :plzstop:
the conviction of "Fuck" has me in tears
"Its so REAL. and that to ME ... it's BIGGER than good or bad"
YES brandy
cfddsdsdssdsd Becky and Sue are STANNING and sobbing
"everything has to be spontaneous from here on out and thats that. nothing is EVER getting in my way again"
one of the most honest and deep interviews I've heard
26m and on Jesus
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 06:13:11 PM
"everything has to be spontaneous from here on out and thats that. nothing is EVER getting in my way again"
:loose2when:
Simply amazing.
I was teary eyed during this whole thing. Brandy, these girls obviously being very inspired by her and all my own memories of her as a kid until now. I love this.
Ugh let me get in!
Quote from: Ulysses on February 23, 2016, 06:20:19 PM
I was teary eyed during this whole thing. Brandy, these girls obviously being very inspired by her and all my own memories of her as a kid until now. I love this.
she's touched so many people all over the world
It's crazy to think about
mnbnbnmmm
how she said "fuck"
be spontaneous and release that alber' ghan
I am sorry but these little white beckys feel the same way I feel about brandy. I get chocked up about her. She literally is my therapist and she is queen!
These stats :loose2when:
Ugh I'm living for these white girls. Dndnndndndndndndnddndnndndnndnd
They are stanning
LET ME GET IN
:loose2when:
Quote from: FINE. on February 23, 2016, 06:36:29 PM
Ugh I'm living for these white girls. Dndnndndndndndndnddndnndndnndnd
They are stanning
sssdddddd !!!
these girls are going in
:stressed: :stressed: :stressed:
omg, this girl is crying
brandy inspires me so much
:stressed:
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 06:41:10 PM
Quote from: FINE. on February 23, 2016, 06:36:29 PM
Ugh I'm living for these white girls. Dndnndndndndndndnddndnndndnndnd
They are stanning
sssdddddd !!!
when one of them started tearing up >
Quote from: FINE. on February 23, 2016, 06:49:02 PM
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 06:41:10 PM
Quote from: FINE. on February 23, 2016, 06:36:29 PM
Ugh I'm living for these white girls. Dndnndndndndndndnddndnndndnndnd
They are stanning
sssdddddd !!!
when one of them started tearing up >
im crying
i know her face was SCRUNCHED up and ugly
who the fuck else?!
:stressed:
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 06:49:55 PM
Quote from: FINE. on February 23, 2016, 06:49:02 PM
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 06:41:10 PM
Quote from: FINE. on February 23, 2016, 06:36:29 PM
Ugh I'm living for these white girls. Dndnndndndndndndnddndnndndnndnd
They are stanning
sssdddddd !!!
when one of them started tearing up >
im crying
i know her face was SCRUNCHED up and ugly
RIG, bby.
Hold me.
:stressed:
omg
Bran don't cry
When she started singing "My Guy" 23:55... her tone :stressed:
these damn girls!
:loose2when:
"she was meant to make sure the FUNDS were on FLEEK, ok?!"
:kii:
Quote from: Sully on February 23, 2016, 06:57:57 PM
When she started singing "My Guy" 23:55... her tone :stressed:
this tone
i have never :dead:
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 06:49:55 PM
Quote from: FINE. on February 23, 2016, 06:49:02 PM
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 06:41:10 PM
Quote from: FINE. on February 23, 2016, 06:36:29 PM
Ugh I'm living for these white girls. Dndnndndndndndndnddndnndndnndnd
They are stanning
sssdddddd !!!
when one of them started tearing up >
im crying
i know her face was SCRUNCHED up and ugly
Ccdcdcdcdcdcdcdc
"My Guy"
:stressed:
BRANDY....
"whoever that little girl is, she's coming back to life in me, now..."
:stressed:
Omg. This interview is epic.
I loooove that these bitches KNOW their stuff. They genuinely Stan for her!
Bran :omgwatshappening:
The way that "fuck" came out
:;;:;;sfdsffffc
Fff
"you have this instrument in your body, I'm trying to imagine what that's like"
STAN Beck! :loose2when:
Quote from: NexTae on February 23, 2016, 07:20:00 PM
"you have this instrument in your body, I'm trying to imagine what that's like"
STAN Beck! :loose2when:
:stressed: :stressed:
This was really good.
Biiiiiitch this TONE!!! I really can't. :stressed:
Quote from: NexTae on February 23, 2016, 07:20:00 PM
"you have this instrument in your body, I'm trying to imagine what that's like"
STAN Beck! :loose2when:
:plzstop:
i feel like these girls held back, they had more LOVE to pour on ha - but they didn't have enough TIME!
:kii:
:loose2when:
Quote from: R. on February 23, 2016, 07:09:21 PM
BRANDY....
"whoever that little girl is, she's coming back to life in me, now..."
:stressed:
Omg. This interview is epic.
gsgfsvdbdfd
I LOST it right then and there Ralf! :stressed: :loose2when:
Quote from: NexTae on February 23, 2016, 07:31:18 PM
Quote from: R. on February 23, 2016, 07:09:21 PM
BRANDY....
"whoever that little girl is, she's coming back to life in me, now..."
:stressed:
Omg. This interview is epic.
gsgfsvdbdfd
I LOST it right then and there Ralf! :stressed: :loose2when:
BITCH
:stressed:
I never realized how much Bran inspired me in my own life
but she does
everything i've set my mind to, these past years - due to ha!
:stressed:
I can see why she got emotional on that part. I get a bit emotional when I think of how I was so carefree when I was younger. It's like when TF did things get so damn hard?! :'(
Quote from: R. on February 23, 2016, 07:32:25 PM
Quote from: NexTae on February 23, 2016, 07:31:18 PM
Quote from: R. on February 23, 2016, 07:09:21 PM
BRANDY....
"whoever that little girl is, she's coming back to life in me, now..."
:stressed:
Omg. This interview is epic.
gsgfsvdbdfd
I LOST it right then and there Ralf! :stressed: :loose2when:
BITCH
:stressed:
I never realized how much Bran inspired me in my own life
but she does
everything i've set my mind to, these past years - due to ha!
:stressed:
!!! She really helped me to stay on the path of positive thinking and affirming. I always feel like if Ghan got through tough times, I can too.
Quote from: R. on February 23, 2016, 07:29:19 PM
i feel like these girls held back, they had more LOVE to pour on ha - but they didn't have enough TIME!
:kii:
:loose2when:
They were so damn INTRIGUED by her stories.
Quote from: FINE. on February 23, 2016, 07:17:03 PM
Bran :omgwatshappening:
The way that "fuck" came out
:;;:;;sfdsffffc
Fff
:plzstop:
The way I jumped back
these girls think they're slick
"so... you're recording?..."
:kii:
Quote from: NexTae on February 23, 2016, 07:34:48 PM
Quote from: R. on February 23, 2016, 07:32:25 PM
Quote from: NexTae on February 23, 2016, 07:31:18 PM
Quote from: R. on February 23, 2016, 07:09:21 PM
BRANDY....
"whoever that little girl is, she's coming back to life in me, now..."
:stressed:
Omg. This interview is epic.
gsgfsvdbdfd
I LOST it right then and there Ralf! :stressed: :loose2when:
BITCH
:stressed:
I never realized how much Bran inspired me in my own life
but she does
everything i've set my mind to, these past years - due to ha!
:stressed:
!!! She really helped me to stay on the path of positive thinking and affirming. I always feel like if Ghan got through tough times, I can too.
Tae, bby!
:stressed: :stressed:
Rig, I still love you.
:stressed:
How could anyone call Brandy ugly? Are they ok? She's gorgeous. An exotic beaut' if you will :plzstop:
Quote from: NexTae on February 23, 2016, 07:33:42 PM
I can see why she got emotional on that part. I get a bit emotional when I think of how I was so carefree when I was younger. It's like when TF did things get so damn hard?! :'(
!!!!!!!
And getting some of that back has GOT to make you emotional. I can relate in my own life and way
Sidenote: I would've lived end died if they went through each era and discussed em. Omg
When other people's opinions matter more than your ow' (http://rs419.pbsrc.com/albums/pp279/taeluvsmuzik/GIFS/Whitneyomgwtf.gif?w=480&h=480&fit=clip)
Wtf man?! She's got me about to cry.
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 07:39:09 PM
Quote from: NexTae on February 23, 2016, 07:33:42 PM
I can see why she got emotional on that part. I get a bit emotional when I think of how I was so carefree when I was younger. It's like when TF did things get so damn hard?! :'(
!!!!!!!
And getting some of that back has GOT to make you emotional. I can relate in my own life and way
Sidenote: I would've lived end died if they went through each era and discussed em. Omg
!!!! Or just realizing you really can get back to that place. hdhgddg
Rig hold me' :'(
Quite possibly the best and most authentic Brandy interview.
It's always a great when the interviewers do their research and genuinely care.
very awesome conversation. it gave E! true hollywood story
Yass for the Toni Braxton praise
Quote from: brocka4life on February 23, 2016, 08:08:03 PM
Quite possibly the best and most authentic Brandy interview.
It's always a great when the interviewers do their research and genuinely care.
!!!! Artists open up waaaaaay more when they feel loved and respected and the person does their research and asks new questions or at least questions with a different twist to em
Did Vaughn ever post his interview?
Quote from: brocka4life on February 23, 2016, 08:48:56 PM
Did Vaughn ever post his interview?
vaughn to brandy
SO talk about your SPIRIT! what MOTIVATES you to GET UP and go WORK OUT in the morning ?
Quote from: TEXASbama on February 23, 2016, 08:51:22 PM
Quote from: brocka4life on February 23, 2016, 08:48:56 PM
Did Vaughn ever post his interview?
vaughn to brandy
SO talk about your SPIRIT! what MOTIVATES you to GET UP and go WORK OUT in the morning ?
Doesn't he bring sour skittles to their interviews?
But on a serious note, was it ever posted?
I have no idea
He's a sweet guy but everyone wants to be her friend lol not here for those types of interviews
BITCH am LIVING for this podcast 7 minutes in! :stressed:
The way my soul is shifting.
She's so inspiring & continues to WORK!
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 09:04:31 PM
I have no idea
He's a sweet guy but everyone wants to be her friend lol not here for those types of interviews
wtf
I am so proud to be a stan.
This era is going to be TEA.
It already is. 'Slayana' tour already >
her singing "my guy" omg >
her throat is ridiculous.
Quote from: FINE. on February 23, 2016, 09:21:26 PM
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 09:04:31 PM
I have no idea
He's a sweet guy but everyone wants to be her friend lol not here for those types of interviews
wtf
ddsdsdsdssd
holding hands and tryna create dramatic moments
:overit:
this was nice
I wish they wouldve went deeper into her career
you can tell they love her but they arent STANS
like they just found the bathroom vids n, white ppl dont get exposed to us that much
ch. i dont even cry over brandy
for her to do all that .. thats some stan mess ssdssd at least she stans for young bran, i'd
say
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 09:04:31 PM
I have no idea
He's a sweet guy but everyone wants to be her friend lol not here for those types of interviews
sweet doesnt pay the bills hun
these white girls SLAYED any interview YAWNghn has done
:kii: @ Bran not knowing the Mary Wells song "My Guy"
Wow, I finally sat down to listen to this and it was really enjoyable. I love genuine moments like this.
Honestly, I was kind of hesitant because I'm kinda over hearing about the old stuff over & over again, but this was different. They really went in depth with her backstory and it was good to hear. These girls are true fans and I love how they just let everything flow organically instead of forcing it. These moments make the best interviews.
I'm eight minutes in and I'm tearing up. Ugh Ghan so fucking legendary. It's so great seeing so many people appreciate and love her like I do
:stressed:
This interview right here thou... Def a real moment for the interviewers and Bran...
I'm also glad they didn't dwell on "The Boy is Mine" & Kobe. This interview was truly all about HER.
fgffff
Sarah said wait, let's take it back to the Sip before we dig into the mess
Wait My Guy!
Her tone
:flamebroiled:
n
Not tryna put Ghan in a group
these damn girls deserve an award for giving me one of bran's best interviews
:stressed:
Don't cry B. Omg
Quote from: R. on February 23, 2016, 11:14:37 PM
these damn girls deserve an award for giving me one of bran's best interviews
[/quoteI love them. They stanning out]
I love them. They stanning out
she's a damn legend :kii:
Quote from: MΛΥDΛΥ on February 23, 2016, 10:57:45 PM
Wow, I finally sat down to listen to this and it was really enjoyable. I love genuine moments like this.
Honestly, I was kind of hesitant because I'm kinda over hearing about the old stuff over & over again, but this was different. They really went in depth with her backstory and it was good to hear. These girls are true fans and I love how they just let everything flow organically instead of forcing it. These moments make the best interviews.
:-o :-o :-o
"Wail that way"
:everythingok: :everythingok:
djdjdjjjj
Yes! She has that fucking voice
:feelinmyself:
shshshh
It better be spontaneous because you know we'll lash over missed dates
:justabit:
This interview was everything
Quote from: RIG on February 23, 2016, 11:33:57 PM
Quote from: MΛΥDΛΥ on February 23, 2016, 10:57:45 PM
Wow, I finally sat down to listen to this and it was really enjoyable. I love genuine moments like this.
Honestly, I was kind of hesitant because I'm kinda over hearing about the old stuff over & over again, but this was different. They really went in depth with her backstory and it was good to hear. These girls are true fans and I love how they just let everything flow organically instead of forcing it. These moments make the best interviews.
:-o :-o :-o
bdbdbbbb
I'm SICK of yew!
Quote from: Yar backwards on February 23, 2016, 10:53:49 PM
:kii: @ Bran not knowing the Mary Wells song "My Guy"
Lmao. I caught that too. Eventually the girl just went along with it. :dead:
Quote from: MΛΥDΛΥ on February 23, 2016, 10:57:45 PM
They really went in depth with her backstory and it was good to hear. These girls are true fans and I love how they just let everything flow organically instead of forcing it. These moments make the best interviews.
!!!! And Ghan was giving out some good advice too.
Ghan is everything ugh
I Stan for her soul as well
Great interview, if that's what you call it... It was so layed back and organic.
Loved this interview !!!! if they had more time I would have loved to hear her go in depth on the creation of full moon and especially Afro
im gonna lissen later