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Phases: A Memoir

Author:
Brandy
Read by:
Brandy
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Book
20
Narrator
14
Release Date
March 31, 2026
Duration
12 hours 7 minutes
Summary
AN AUDIBLE MOST ANTICIPATED LISTEN, Read by the Author Herself

*AUDIOBOOK READ BY BRANDY!*

The iconic, multiplatinum, Grammy Award®–winning performer Brandy brings us a raw, intimate portrait of her life, charting her journey from Mississippi churches to Hollywood spotlights

From the moment she first sang at church in McComb, Mississippi, Brandy knew her voice was special. At fourteen she landed her first record deal. At fifteen her first  album went platinum. At sixteen she was starring in the hit sitcom Moesha and became the first Black actress to play Cinderella on screen alongside fairy godmother, Whitney Houston.
 
Yet as the accolades piled up, so too did the pressure to maintain a flawless image. To onlookers, she had crafted the blueprint for the teenage “it” girl. But behind closed doors “The Vocal Bible” as she was known, was struggling.
 
In this piercing, revelatory memoir, Brandy shares:
- The humble roots of her decades-spanning career;
- Her early struggles with bullies and insecurities as a high schooler;
- the inside stories behind her most iconic songs and albums;
- her star-studded connections with Whitney Houston and Diana Ross;
- the affirmation of friends and family, including her brother Ray J, that helped her through challenging times;
- her inspirational journey to reclaim her sense of self, and her autonomy as a woman in Hollywood and in music…
- and so much more.

Phases is a fearless and remarkable story of hope, resilience and the strength it takes to make peace with the past.

Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.
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What listeners say
Listeners highly appreciate the audiobook for its intimate storytelling and emotional honesty, with most finding it a compelling and engaging listen.
Highly rated for:
Intimate Storytelling Emotional Honesty Engaging Narration
Profile Avatar Anonymous Apr 2026

Love Brandy. The book is a diary of her innermost thoughts during important times in her life. The narration is a bit dramatic, but that’s just Brandy. Lol. The book is specifically for fans, topics are fluff, nothing too deep. But lots of vulnerable moments. Worth a listen.

Profile Avatar Tyrell C. Aug 2026

As someone who has loved Brandy and her artistry for years, her memoir has allowed me to see beyond the carefully composed image of the "Vocal Bible" and better understand the woman who had to survive becoming an icon at such a young age. I appreciate that Brandy narrates about childhood insecurity, early fame, complicated relationships, motherhood, grief, mental-health struggles, and the pressures of carrying an image that didn't always leave room for her humanity. Structured through what I felt were intimate vignettes, the memoir moves much like memory itself, sometimes painful and fragmented, sometimes warm, humorous, and full of wonder. To me, the writing is conversational, emotionally accessible, and nicely metaphoric, which often makes it feel as though she is sitting across from the reader and finally telling her story in her own voice. Now there are moments of course, when she remains somewhat guarded or moves quickly through experiences I wanted her to explore more deeply; that restraint also feels understandable for someone whose life has been interpreted publicly for decades. Ultimately, I found this to be a moving account of a gifted Black girl becoming a famous young woman and, after years of expectations, mistakes, heartbreak, and healing, learning how to belong fully to herself. It's not a perfect bow, and that's what makes it a gift to fellow "Starz"

Profile Avatar Shakira S. Jun 2026

Great listen!!! I love Brandy then, now and always!!! In every phase

Profile Avatar Nancy D. May 2026

Honesty, openness, a driven entertainer who continues to bring style grace and vocals with her music. Thoroughly entertained and excited she has continued to push through life hurdles :)

Profile Avatar Lashunda B. Apr 2026

Awesome and easy read!

Phases: A Memoir

Phases: A Memoir

Author: Brandy
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