* Usher: Brown has also been influenced by Usher, another R&B singer and dancer. He has said that Usher's music and dance moves have inspired him, and that he wants to be as successful as Usher.
* Ne-Yo: Ne-Yo is another R&B singer and songwriter who has influenced Brown. Brown has said that he admires Ne-Yo's songwriting skills, and that he wants to be able to write songs as good as Ne-Yo.
* Ginuwine: Ginuwine is an R&B singer and dancer who has also influenced Brown. Brown has said that he loves Ginuwine's music and dance moves, and that he wants to be able to perform as well as Ginuwine.
* Tupac Shakur: Tupac Shakur was a rapper and actor who has influenced Brown. Brown has said that he admires Tupac's music and lyrics, and that he wants to be able to make music that is as powerful and meaningful as Tupac's.