R. Kelly American Singer From Chicago
R. Kelly · singer and songwriter · American
Biography
R. Kelly (8 January 1967, Chicago) is an American singer.
Early life
He studied at Kenwood Academy.
Career
In all, 24 albums and 71 singles are listed under his name between 1992 and 2016. From Born into the 90's (1992) to 12 Nights of Christmas (2016), the list follows his releases year by year. His recordings are classed as contemporary r&b and soul. His recordings came out on Jive Records.
Screen work on record covers 6 credits, including The Trip (2021) and Trapped in the Closet: The Confessionals (2013). I Believe I Can Fly is listed among his notable work.
Recognition
Wins include three Grammy Awards (1998). Altogether, 3 wins are listed.
Personal life
Former marriages on record are to Aaliyah (1994 to 1995) and Andrea Kelly (1996 to 2009). He has 3 children on record.
Discography
95 releases| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 12 Nights of Christmas | Album |
| 2015 | Backyard Party | Single |
| 2015 | Switch Up | Single |
| 2015 | The Buffet | Album |
| 2013 | Black Panties | Album |
| 2013 | Do What U Want | Single |
| 2013 | My Story | Single |
| 2012 | Feelin' Single | Single |
| 2012 | Share My Love | Single |
| 2012 | When a Man Lies | Single |
| 2012 | Write Me Back | Album |
| 2010 | Epic | Album |
| 2010 | Love Letter | Album |
| 2010 | Ms. Chocolate | Single |
| 2010 | Playlist: The Very Best of R. Kelly | Album |
Show all 95 releases
| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Sign of a Victory | Single |
| 2010 | When a Woman Loves | Single |
| 2009 | Number One | Single |
| 2009 | Religious | Single |
| 2009 | Supaman High | Single |
| 2009 | The "Demo" Tape | Album |
| 2009 | Untitled | Album |
| 2008 | Flex | Single |
| 2008 | Hair Braider | Single |
| 2008 | I Believe | Single |
| 2007 | All the Above | Single |
| 2007 | Double Up | Album |
| 2007 | Go Getta | Single |
| 2007 | I'm a Flirt | Single |
| 2007 | Rock Star | Single |
| 2007 | Same Girl | Single |
| 2007 | Speedin' | Single |
| 2006 | Burn It Up | Single |
| 2006 | That's That | Single |
| 2005 | Playa's Only | Single |
| 2005 | Remix City, Volume 1 | Album |
| 2005 | Slow Wind | Single |
| 2005 | TP.3 Reloaded | Album |
| 2005 | Trapped in the Closet | Single |
| 2005 | Trapped in the Closet Chapters 1-12 | Album |
| 2004 | Big Chips | Single |
| 2004 | Happy People/U Saved Me | Album |
| 2004 | So Sexy: Chapter II | Single |
| 2004 | U Saved Me | Single |
| 2004 | Unfinished Business | Album |
| 2004 | Wonderful | Single |
| 2003 | Chocolate Factory | Album |
| 2003 | Clubbin' | Single |
| 2003 | Gigolo | Single |
| 2003 | Hotel | Single |
| 2003 | Ignition (Remix) | Single |
| 2003 | Snake | Single |
| 2003 | Step in the Name of Love | Single |
| 2003 | The R. in R&B Collection, Vol. 1 | Album |
| 2003 | Thoia Thoing | Single |
| 2002 | Honey | Single |
| 2002 | The Best of Both Worlds | Album |
| 2002 | The World's Greatest | Single |
| 2001 | Contagious | Single |
| 2001 | Fiesta | Single |
| 2001 | Guilty Until Proven Innocent | Single |
| 2001 | We Thuggin' | Single |
| 2000 | Bad Man | Single |
| 2000 | I Wish | Single |
| 2000 | Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy | Single |
| 2000 | TP-2.com | Album |
| 1999 | If I Could Turn Back the Hands of Time | Single |
| 1999 | Satisfy You | Single |
| 1998 | Be Careful | Single |
| 1998 | Did You Ever Think | Single |
| 1998 | Friend of Mine | Single |
| 1998 | Half on a Baby | Single |
| 1998 | Home Alone | Single |
| 1998 | I'm Your Angel | Single |
| 1998 | R. | Album |
| 1998 | The Storm Is Over Now | Single |
| 1997 | Gotham City | Single |
| 1997 | When a Woman's Fed Up | Single |
| 1996 | Down Low (Nobody Has to Know) | Single |
| 1996 | I Can't Sleep Baby (If I) | Single |
| 1996 | Thank God It's Friday | Single |
| 1995 | R. Kelly | Album |
| 1995 | You Remind Me of Something | Single |
| 1994 | Bump n' Grind | Single |
| 1994 | Summer Bunnies | Single |
| 1994 | Your Body's Callin' | Single |
| 1993 | 12 Play | Album |
| 1993 | Dedicated | Single |
| 1993 | Sex Me | Single |
| 1992 | Born into the 90's | Album |
| 1992 | Dedicated | Single |
| 1992 | Honey Love | Single |
| 1992 | She's Got That Vibe | Single |
| 1992 | Slow Dance (Hey Mr. DJ) | Single |
| My Diary | Album |
Awards and nominations
3 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance | I Believe I Can Fly | Won |
| 1998 | Grammy Award for Best R&B Song | I Believe I Can Fly | Won |
| 1998 | Grammy Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media | I Believe I Can Fly | Won |
Filmography
6 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | The Trip | Film | |
| 2013 | Trapped in the Closet: The Confessionals | Writer, Director | Film |
| 2012 | Trapped in the Closet: The Next Installment | Writer, Director | Film |
| 2007 | Trapped in the Closet Chapters 13–22 | Director, Writer | Film |
| 2005 | Trapped in the Closet Chapters 1–12 | Writer, Director | Film |
| 2004 | Fade to Black | Film |
R. Kelly on Social Media
R. Kelly Photos
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Frequently asked questions
How old is R. Kelly?
R. Kelly is 59 years old, born on 8 January 1967 in Chicago.
What is R. Kelly’s nationality?
R. Kelly is American, born in Chicago.
Who has R. Kelly been married to?
R. Kelly’s marriages on record are to Andrea Kelly (1996 to 2009) and Aaliyah (1994 to 1995).
Has R. Kelly won any awards?
Yes. 3 awards are on record, including Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance (1998) for I Believe I Can Fly.
Sources
- Wikidata (Q273055), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Miami Police Department · Public domain
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