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5 Gems
Almost | 5 Gems
Almost: 5 Gems features songs by Brandy, Hozier, Kurt Carr, Mike Reno & Ann Wilson, and Sabrina Carpenter.
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Brandy vs. Mark Wills | Head 2 Head
In the 41st edition of Head 2 Head (2025), Brandy and Mark Wills contend for the best rendition of “Almost Doesn’t Count.”
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Brandy, Almost Doesn’t Count | Throwback Vibez
In the 172nd edition of Throwback Vibez (2025), we recollect and reflect on “Almost Doesn’t Count” by Grammy-winning R&B singer Brandy.