The decision to forgive someone is a personal and subjective choice. However, it is important to consider a few factors when discussing forgiveness in the context of the incident involving Chris Brown and Rihanna.
Firstly, it is essential to acknowledge the serious nature of the incident and the impact it had on Rihanna. Domestic violence is a grave and unacceptable behavior that should never be condoned.
That being said, forgiveness can be a complex and individual process. Some may argue that forgiveness can promote healing and growth for both the person who has caused harm and the person who has been harmed. It can also help prevent a cycle of anger and resentment.
However, forgiveness does not mean forgetting or excusing the actions that took place. It is crucial to hold individuals accountable for their actions and support efforts to address and prevent domestic violence.
Ultimately, forgiveness is a personal choice that varies from person to person. It is up to each individual, including the public, to decide if and when they are ready to forgive Chris Brown for his actions.
With that being said here are a few reasons the public should consider forgiving him:
Rihanna Forgave Him
Rihanna was a victim in the situation. She was one-half of the dramatic experience. Yet, she was one of the first one's to show him grace
and mercy. She called him, "The love of her life", during an interview with Oprah Winfrey for season 2 of Oprah's Next Chapter (later called Oprah's Prime). The episode filmed in Saint Michael, Barbados received 2 million views when it aired on the OWN Network August 19, 2012. Prior to the interview, Rihanna, invited Chris to participate on a remix of her song, "Birthday Cake", from her 2011 album Talk That Talk. The song was released to radio in December of 2011.
The Perspective of Chris
There's always two sides to every story. The media always spins their own narrative of a story. Chris has his own perspective on what happened that night aside from Rihanna and the public. It's always fair to hear a person out. We all hear, see, taste and experience things differently. There is no exception with Chris!
Brown detailed how he explain the incident in his 2017 documentary, Chris Brown: Welcome to My Life.
Chris is a Father Now of Girls
Breezy is a father now with daughters of his own. It is said that children changes a person's life. That it changes a person for the better. The album cover for Brown's 2015 album titled, Royalty, is named after his first born. The album cover is an intimate photograph of Brown and his eldest daughter gently snuggled up as she sleeps. Brown also dedicated the album track, "Little More (Royalty)", and it's video to his baby girl. Royalty (born 2014) was joined by her little sister Lovely in 2022 after the birth of their brother Aeko (born 2019).
Time To Move On / It Wasn't What YOU Thought
The relationship wasn't what you thought. This was a not a scenario where a female recording artist stayed in an abusive marriage for sixteen years to build a career for herself before she finally decided to escape with nothing. Rihanna was free to go as soon as the major event took place. The couple wasn't even engaged. They were just dating. Chris had other prospects he entertained during his relationship with Rihanna (as many men often do in relationships). Although, Rihanna obviously wanted to be THE ONLY ONE (as many women often do in relationships). After the turmoil Rihanna went back to her abuser (as many women often do in relationships). Yet, it ended again. It didn't work out so they both matured and moved on. Rihanna is now a mother and enjoying her own love life while Chris is doing the same.
We all make mistakes and Chris Brown has made his. None of us are perfect. None of us are above condemnation. However, Chris is entitled to his growing space and further development as a person during his own life journey. We as the people need to be respectful of that. We must not only forgive but be understanding of his struggles and pressures he's faced with. We must be considerable and generous with our love.
