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R. Kelly Performs 'Ignition and 'I'm a Flirt' With Phoenix at Coachella

Trent Fitzgerald — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:17:50 +0000

Although he wasn’t on the Coachella bill, R. Kelly made a surprise appearance during Phoenix‘s headlining set on Saturday (April 13) in Indio, Calif. The R&B mack performed a mash-up of ‘Ignition (Remix)’ with the band’s song, ’1901.’ Wearing a gold-encrusted white baseball cap, Kels led the crowd into a unified “toot, toot” and “beep, [...]

Will R. Kelly's 'Ignition (Remix)' Become Our Next National Anthem?

Trent Fitzgerald — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:06:24 +0000

Someone had the absurd idea to file a petition to have R. Kelly‘s 2003 hit song ‘Ignition (Remix)’ become our new national anthem. Yep, you read that correctly. The petition, which appears on the White House website, proclaims that the R&B crooner’s tune is still “hot and fresh out the kitchen.” The author feels that [...]

R. Kelly Releases 'I Know You Are Hurting' For Sandy Hook Victims [AUDIO]

Baby J — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 16:02:43 +0000

In light of the horrific tragedy that took place in Newton, Connecticut, R&B singer, R. Kelly created a beautiful heart-wrenching song for the victims of the Sandy Hook massacre. The song is entitled, 'I Know You Are Hurting'. Take a listen.

R. Kelly's 'Trapped In the Closet' Is Headed to Broadway

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 22:40:23 +0000

This Friday, IFC is showing the 23rd chapter of R. Kelly's epic hip hopera 'Trapped in The Closet.' More chapters are to follow on the station and on IFC's website. While it is unclear how many will eventually air, Kelly says he has now written 85 overall chapters.

Ashanti Gets Crunk In New Jam With R. Kelly [AUDIO, POLL]

Baby J — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 18:06:23 +0000

When it comes to music and making us dig deep into the lyrical content, R. Kelly is the go-to man for cranking out the hits! In a new song called, 'That's What We Do', R. Kelly lends his writing to R&B beauty Ashanti. The collaboration is set to revive Ashanti's career and sure to be a hit!

Listen to Whitney Houston + R. Kelly's Duet 'I Look to You'

Nadine Cheung — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 21:04:08 +0000

Before she passed, Whitney Houston recorded a duet with R. Kelly called ‘I Look to You,’ which has just been released. Recording industry vet Clive Davis, who discovered Houston, called into ‘On Air With Ryan Seacreast‘ on Tuesday, (Sept. 25), to unveil the unreleased exclusive track, which will appear on the upcoming album ‘I Will [...]

R. Kelly Honored to Collaborate With Kanye West on 'To the World'

Trent Fitzgerald — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 15:05:49 +0000

R. Kelly's collaboration on 'To the World' from the G.O.O.D. Music album 'Cruel Summer' was one of the many highlights on the collection. The veteran R&B crooner was grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with Kanye West, who is a fellow Chicagoan artist.

R. Kelly Owes Uncle Sam 1.3 Million In Back Taxes For 2011

Baby J — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 16:51:36 +0000

So again, R. Kelly has been popped by Uncle Sam. Apparently, Kells “forgot” to pay his taxes for 2011 also, bringing another $1.3 million to his already compiling tax debt, bringing his grand total to $6,227,767.82! R. Kelly owes the IRS $6,227,767.82 stemming from unpaid back taxes from 2005 – 2011. His rep claims that [...]

Who Gets Your Vote For Sexiest R&B Singer in 2012? [POLL]

Baby J — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:05:16 +0000

Part of the reason we love R&B is not only for the smooth, silky voices, but also for the loads of eye-candy! Ladies, with so many sexy singers in the world of R&B, who do you think is the all-time sexiest R&B singer? Maxwell Robin Thicke [...]

New Music: R. Kelly 'Feelin' Single' [VIDEO]

Baby J — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 15:15:01 +0000

He's single ... and proud of it! The new song from R&B star R. Kelly has us dancing to his new jam. It's a mixture of groove, with some elements of "step," just like only Kells knows how to do! The newly divorced singer even mentioned what broke up his marriage recently after his latest album, Write Me Back was released.

R. Kelly Says 'The Notebook' Made Him Divorce His Wife [VIDEO]

Baby J — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 15:01:07 +0000

Singer and hit-maker extraordinaire R. Kellyhas a new memoir out, Soulacoaster: The Diary of Me, which discusses his career, legal woes and personal life. More interesting is that in his memoir, Kells talks about how the highly-popular romantic film starring Ryan Gosling, "The Notebook," made him end his 12-year marriage.

Pay Your Taxes! R. Kelly In Trouble With IRS

Baby J — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 15:32:49 +0000

What is really going on with celebrities and not paying Uncle Sam? The latest A-lister to get popped, R&B musical icon, R. Kelly. Kells is said to owe more than $4 million buck in back taxes to the IRS and is facing big legal trouble!

R. Kelly Unveils Release Date for New Album [VIDEO]

Baby J — Mon, 21 May 2012 14:58:27 +0000

Known for sexy lyrics, great hooks and tons of surprises, the self-proclaimed, “Pied-piper of R&B,” R. Kelly has finally unveiled the new artwork and details for his highly anticipated upcoming album! After several months of speculation, the album entitled, Write Me Back will hit stores June 26. We love R. Kelly, and can’t wait to peep [...]

New Music: R. Kelly 'Share My Love' [VIDEO]

Baby J — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:16:33 +0000

Poor R. Kelly. Since late yesterday afternoon, he was the latest celebrity victim of the vicious death hoax on twitter.... and, well, since he's NOT dead - and very much alive and well, we decided to share some new music from Kells with you. Enjoy!

R. Kelly is Not Dead – Celebrity Death Hoax

Jeff Evans — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:04:15 +0000

Early this morning a rumor of R. Kelly’s death surfaced. Reports were that he had died in a jet ski accident in the Turks and Caicos. R. Kelly himself disproved the hoax by tweeting a photo of himself on his Twitter account. His tweet said “Glad I don’t even know how to jet ski.”

R. Kelly Fights Back Tears During Whitney Houston Funeral Performance

Jessica Sager — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 20:36:18 +0000

When R. Kelly wrote ‘I Look to You’ for Whitney Houston 10 years ago, he never thought that he’d be singing it at the legend’s funeral. Kelly choked back tears during his rousing performance of the song at Houston’s memorial yesterday (Feb. 18), giving a new meaning to the track he penned.

Daily Hotness – R. Kelly

Baby J — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 17:49:13 +0000

Not only is R&B singer R. Kelly hot, but he’s smokin! Since the early 90′s. R. Kelly has been a fixture in the music industry and has worked with and produced some of the best music of his genre. He’s still making hits and keeping his R&B pied-piper status. He’s currently writing and composing music [...]

R. Kelly To Film 32 New "Trapped In The Closet" Chapters

Baby J — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 15:52:14 +0000

Will it ever end? Of course not! R. Kelly has told TMZ that he had written 32 new chapters to his "Trapped In The Closet" video saga. No, we're not kidding. The music mogul apparently needs financial backing to complete his new project and is ready to begin filming.

Throwback: R. Kelly – 'Feelin On Yo Booty'

Baby J — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 21:24:24 +0000

Who doesn’t like a sexy slow jam? We do, which is why this one from R. Kelly is our pick for today! Super-sexy, slow thumping R&B is what we’re feeling today. R. Kelly is no stranger to sexually-charged lyrics in his music. This video features Lil Kim as well. Enjoy more after the jump.

Cee Lo & R. Kelly Added To 'Sparkle Remake

Baby J — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 14:29:20 +0000

Who could forget the 1979 film "Sparkle"? Well a remake is officially in the works with many stars already signing on for the project. Jordin Sparks, who plays the lead role, Whitney Houston plays her mother, Mike Epps, Tika Sumpter, Derek Luke, and Omari Hardwick have all joined the cast.