Birthdate: February 11, 1979
Birthplace: McComb, Mississippi

Brandy Gets Her Start

Brandy Rayana Norwood's father is a minister so she grew up singing in church. Hearing Whitney Houston songs on the radio sparked Brandy's interest in pop music.

Brandy's Big Break

In 1993, Brandy landed a record deal with Atlantic Records. The same year, Brandy snagged a supporting role on the ABC TV series, Thea. In 1996, Brandy landed a starring role on the TV sitcom Moesha on UPN, which became a huge hit.

Brandy's Hit Songs:

Brady has made headlines with hits like I Wanna Be Down, Broken Hearted, Sittin' Up In My Room, The Boy Is Mine (with Monica) and Top of the World (with Mase).

Brandy - Did U Know?

Brandy has separated from her hubby, Robert Smith, who produced her latest album Full Moon.

Brandy and Robert have a daughter named Sy'rai who was born in June, 2002.

Michael Jackson sings on Brandy's song, It's Not Worth It, off of Full Moon.

Brandy Says...

"I've come full circle, made a 360 degree change in my life and rediscovered my love for music and hey, crazy things happen during a 'Full Moon'."

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