Quotes by R. Kelly

Robert Sylvester Kelly, widely known as R. Kelly, was born on January 8, 1967, in Chicago, Illinois. Raised in a modest household, Kelly faced various challenges growing up. His mother, who was a singer, was a significant influence on his early musical interests. Kelly attended high school in Chicago, where he was active in the school's music programs. Despite his musical talent and passion, he did not pursue higher education, opting instead to focus on his burgeoning music career. R. Kelly began his music career in the late 1980s, performing on the Chicago street corner and gaining local recognition. His big break came in 1992 when he released his debut album, "Born Into the 90's", with the group Public Announcement. The album featured the hit single “Slow Dance (Hey Mr. DJ),” which gained him national attention.

Kelly’s solo career took off with his debut album "12 Play" in 1993. The album was a commercial success and featured several hit singles, including “Bump N’ Grind” and “Feelin’ on Yo Booty.” His subsequent albums, including "R. Kelly" (1995) and "R." (1998), solidified his reputation as a leading figure in R&B.

Throughout his career, R. Kelly released a series of successful albums and singles, including:

• "TP-2.com" (2000) – Featuring hits like “Ignition (Remix)” and “Same Girl,” this album was critically acclaimed and commercially successful.
• "Chocolate Factory" (2003) – Another major success, including the popular tracks “Step in the Name of Love” and “Hot in Herre.”
• "Happy People/U Saved Me" (2004) – Featuring a blend of gospel and R&B, this double album was well received.

Kelly is also known for his songwriting and production work, contributing to tracks for other artists and receiving several Grammy Awards throughout his career.