R&B star Chris Brown has made it clear he’s done playing nice after longtime collaborator Kevin McCall publicly accused him of owing millions in unpaid royalties. McCall claimed in a recent podcast interview that Brown still owes him about $3 million for work done together years ago — including songs like their hit “Deuces.”
Brown's response came via Instagram Stories, where he posted the message: “Remember this: You can’t walk across a burnt bridge. And you know what’s funnier than a troll? A broke one.” This cryptic clap-back appears directed squarely at McCall, who had gone live admitting he’s currently on EBT and demanding payment for four songs he says he signed over to Brown.
The tension between Brown and McCall dates back to at least the mid-2010s, when McCall first claimed Brown withheld royalty payments. The latest public exchange not only revives that dispute but also puts a spotlight on artists’ rights, behind-the-scenes royalty issues, and how old partnerships can turn messy when money becomes the focus.
As the saga unfolds, fans and industry watchers alike will be keen to see whether this beef escalates into legal action or remains part of the drama on social media.