Brandy Rayana Norwood (born February 11, 1979), Known Professionally As Brandy, Is An American R&B And Pop Singer-songwriter, Record Producer, Fashion Model, Actress, And Film Producer. Born In McComb, Mississippi And Discovered By Chris Stokes When She Was A Member Of A Youth Singing Group, Norwood Released Her Self-titled Debut Album In 1994 At The Age Of Fifteen.