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Bobby Brown Reveals the Crazy Incident in Georgia That Helped Turn Him Into a Superstar Over 35 Years Ago

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Bobby Brown epitomized the “bad boy” aesthetic in the late 80s and 90s. He could equally wield the softer songs for the ladies and make everyone dance to his New Jack Swing cuts. He was also a dynamic performer, leading with a distinct edge that separated him from his New Edition days. The mission statement was clear: this isn’t “Cool It Now”. Brown is not a kid anymore. He’s a grown man who was big on emphasizing his sex appeal and gruff aesthetic.

All of it manifested on Don’t Be Cruel, Bobby Brown’s breakout album jam-packed with hits. “My energy and the energy of the people and everything that everybody accepted at that time. It just makes me feel good,” Bobby Brown told PEOPLE. “I have so much gratitude for people loving that album.”

The ‘bad boy’ reputation........

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