American singer-songwriter and record producer
Born: January 8, 1967
R. Kelly, born Robert Sylvester Kelly on January 8, 1967, in Chicago, Illinois, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. Renowned for his smooth vocals and R&B hits, Kelly gained prominence in the 1990s with albums like “12 Play” and “R. Kelly.” His career reached new heights with the release of “I Believe I Can Fly,” a Grammy-winning single from the soundtrack of the film “Space Jam.”
Despite his musical success, R. Kelly’s personal life has been marred by controversy. He faced legal troubles, including allegations of sexual misconduct, throughout his career. In 2008, he was acquitted of child pornography charges, but the allegations continued to haunt him.
The 2019 documentary series “Surviving R. Kelly” brought renewed attention to the numerous accusations against him. In 2021, Kelly faced a federal trial on charges including racketeering and sex trafficking. In September 2021, he was convicted on multiple counts, marking a significant moment in the #MeToo movement.
R. Kelly’s career and personal life have been marked by highs and lows, with his legal battles overshadowing his musical achievements in recent years.
R. Kelly’s 5 most popular quotes
- Well, I believe that the depth of your struggle can determine the height of your success. I was inspired to come out of everything I’ve been through and end up in a place where I never thought that I would be.
- In my life, I wanted to feel tall. I wanted to be somebody. I wanted to be as tall as the Sears Tower. I wanted to be on top of the Sears Tower. I wanted to be as strong as the Sears Tower feels.
- I have Marvin Gaye’s driver’s license. His wife sent it to me, because she really loved my ‘Happy People’ record. She said that she thought it represented the spirit of her husband. The license is from California. I get inspired every time I look at it.
- I started learning everybody’s riffs, from Donny Hathaway to Jeffrey Osborne to James Ingram. That helped me create my own style of singing.
- I’m very responsible. And with ability, you have to have responsibility. I’m not perfect. But you have to make sure that your children will know that Daddy makes mistakes.
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