With the backlash currently surrounding Chris Brown's recent Grammys performance, these Chris Brown-ivations demonstrate the media's obsession with the young artist.
After not being invited to the Grammys for three years following the 2009 now-infamous incident with his then-girlfriend Rihanna, this year, Brown was not only invited to perform at the awards show, but also walked away with an award for Best R&B Album.
While Brown has certainly remained a fixture in the media, as well as in the music industry, these Chris Brownnovations showcase that his reputation is forever damaged, and the public is understandably unable to view him without remembering his past.
Whether you love him or you hate him, these Chris Brownnovations delve into the life and career of the artist.
20 Chris Brown Innovations
From Viral Crybaby Photoshopping to Televised Hip Hop Therapy:
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High-Profile Facebook Breakups
Chris Brown and Rihanna Change Relationship Status to 'Single'

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Intense Emotional Tributes
The Chris Brown BET Awards Michael Jackson Tribute was Surprising
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Teen Domestic Violence Forums
MTV's “Chris Brown and Rihanna: Love in Trouble”
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Unexpected Wedding Walks
Couple Dances Down the Aisle to Chris Brown
15
Viral Crybaby Photoshopping
'Sad Chris Brown' Explains the Tears at the BET Awards
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Popstar Artists
The Chris Brown Kid Zoom Artworks are Darkly Abstract
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Collective Musician Photography
Bryan Sheffield Captures World Famous Artists with Flair
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Face-Saving Photo Leaks
Chris Brown and Rihanna Snapped Snuggling on Film
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Shirtless Community Service
Chris Brown's Sentence is Completed Topless
10
Clothing-Challenged Celebrity Blogs
The 'Chris Brown Can't Dress' Tumblr Mocks the Star's Style
9
Televised Hip-Hop Therapy
Snoop Dogg Invites Chris Brown and Rihanna on His Talk Show
8
Viral Virtual Vilification
'I Want to Fight Chris Brown' Facebook Group Has Over 3,800 Members
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Viral Tribute Remixes
Artists Memorialize Michael Jackson Through Song
6
Clumsy Jewelry
Chris Brown's "Oops" Bling is Perfect for Affluent Klutzes
5
Literal Rap Sketches
The Look At Me Now Literal MS Paint Video is Hysterical
4
Rapid Breakfast Rap Battles
The Mac Lethal 'Look at me Now' Remake Calls out Chris Brown
3
Viral Men's Accessories
Chris Brown's Bow Tie Achieves Chuck Norris Status
2
Video Game Bling
Chris Brown's 'Kirby' Necklace is Perfect for the Gamer at Heart
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Apocalyptic Musical Collaborations
Chris Brown Features Justin Bieber in His 'Next To You' Video
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