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Zena Salim
June 13, 2025Share it
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Global R&B star Chris Brown has opened up about an unusual yet deeply personal ritual he practices while on tour, sneaking out alone at night in various cities to feel “human and normal.”
Currently headlining his Breezy Bowl XX World Tour, Brown took to Instagram this week to share his secret to staying mentally balanced amid the chaos of fame.
Alongside masked-up photos of himself wandering the streets of Amsterdam in all-black attire, the singer revealed how these solo night outings keep him grounded.
Global R&B star Chris Brown [Photo: Instagram/ chrisbrownofficial ]
“Fun fact: I like to sneak out by myself when I’m in different cities,” he wrote. “It helps me feel human and normal. That’s really important for my mental due to the fact that I just can’t walk around freely during the day. Keeps me grounded.”
Chris Brown went on to reflect on the isolating nature of fame, noting that being constantly cut off from everyday activities can have a serious impact on one’s mental health.
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“Being secluded from some parts of everyday life activities will drive you insane being isolated all the time,” he explained. He ended the caption with a reminder to himself: “Cook, remain humble and grateful!”
Global R&B star Chris Brown in the streets of Amsterdam [Photo: Instagram/ chrisbrownofficial ]
Fans flooded the post with messages of support and admiration, praising Brown for his vulnerability and dedication to staying authentic despite living under a constant spotlight.
Brown’s revelation sheds light on the psychological toll celebrity can take, even for those at the top of their game, and underscores the importance of finding ways to reconnect with life’s simpler, grounding moments, even if it means walking anonymous under city lights.
