Bryan Abrams of Color Me Badd celebrates sobriety for debut single

(LOS ANGELES) Bryan Abrams, former front-man and founding member of the Billboard chart-topping iconic 90’s R&B/Pop crossover group Color Me Badd, is set to embark on his long-held dream of a solo career with the release of his new single, “Because of You” on December 10. Available for pre-order since November 23, the stirring ballad was co-produced by long-time collaborator Hamza Lee. The song is also featured in the Leslie Small-directed motion picture, For The Love of Money, premiering in theaters nationwide on November 24 starring Kat Williams, Rotimi and Keri Hilson. 

Now in his third year of sobriety, Abrams previously announced his split from the group he founded and a renewed commitment to inspiring others and bringing awareness to the injustices within substance use and mental health treatment through his music. Abrams’ solo music debut comes after spending several years taking the power back over his life in his journey of recovery. Passing up many opportunities over the last 30 years out of loyalty to the band he helped create, Abrams recalls declining a recording deal offered by the late, legendary Andre Harrell. 

“I’m extremely grateful to be able to finally share my music with the world during the holidays. I’m beyond thankful for another chance at life, and to create a legacy my wife and children can be proud of,” Abrams shared candidly. “Songwriting has always been my outlet, and with this new adventure, I’m excited to share songs from my vault accumulated after 25 years and new collaborations in the future.”