It looks like American hip-hop artist Chris Brown, who was once accused of beating up fellow singer and then-girlfriend Rihanna, is determined to turn over a new leaf, saying he has "heard the voice of God speak for the first time" and he is "tired of the devil ruining" his life.
On his Instagram page (@chrisbrownofficial), Brown shared a picture of him performing on stage with red lights in the background. He captioned the photo: "No one knows what I deal with on a day to day. The average man wouldn't hesitate to blow his [expletive] brains out but that's the coward's way out... Most won't understand the genius and beauty in change and learning and the people who have devilish intentions will win in the short term. My soul will always be pure of heart."
He said people might think that his life is like one big party, but on the inside, he said there is a troubled young man seeking help and guidance. People kept telling him to "be a man," but he said the process of growing up does not really take away any of the pain he is going through.
"I just wanna stay out the way and do music," he added. "I don't have any more patience for anything that will cause me to self destruct!!"
Brown's fans seem to shower him with lots of love and support, and have shared words of encouragement: "It's never too late, it's not over till it's over, there's still hope, just let Jesus in (and) all your pain would be gone and you'll get the inner peace you deserve."
Another fan wrote: "I'm glad you shared your testimony and I would hope that other people follow suit. Be brave. Ultimately this world doesn't matter. God definitely cares to reach out to you so always be grateful of his loyalty and continue on a better path as you grow. God bless!"