Mary Brown is an American singer-songwriter best known for co-writing

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's " Fabulous". Brown was originally a member of girl-group trio

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, signed to

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in 1989, which evolved into

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in 1990 as a result of shifting group membership. Both iterations of the group were able to release albums: An eponymous trio album in 1989 for Reprise, and a 1992 M&M album ''Get To Know Ya Betta'' on Atlantic. Brown moved into songwriting and background vocals when the group dissolved in 1992.

Songwriting and production credits

Credits are courtesy of

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, and

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Background vocals

Guest appearances

Awards and nominations

References

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