Renowned R&B singer Chris Brown has once again opened up about the emotional toll his infamous altercation with pop star Rihanna has had on his life, revealing in a candid statement, “My life has been pain since my issue with Rihanna. Sometimes I wish it didn’t happen.”
Brown, whose career has spanned over two decades, lamented the persistent public judgment that has followed him since the 2009 incident, despite his repeated apologies and efforts at personal growth.
“People judge me every day, I can’t even say anything concerning certain things because they’ll say I don’t have the right to talk. It’s been more than 10 years and people still judge me based on the same mistake.”
The singer, who has often been the subject of public scrutiny and social media backlash, expressed his frustration over the enduring criticism, stating, “None of you ever made a mistake and changed? Am I the worst human on earth because of a single mistake?”
The criticism has, according to Brown, extended beyond himself, with some detractors even targeting his children. “Some even extend to my kids, saying their dad is this and that. I’m tired of being judged. I made a mistake like some of you, and I regret it,” he said, underscoring his remorse.
Brown’s comments come amid reports that over 30,000 South Africans recently signed a petition to cancel one of his upcoming shows, despite his continued apologies and assertions that he is a changed man. Becksblog had previously reported on the petition, highlighting the public’s divided opinion on the singer’s ability to reform.
While Brown has worked to rebuild his career in the years since, his statement reveals the ongoing internal and external struggles he faces as he continues to navigate the aftermath of his highly-publicized past.