Religious

R. Kelly

About Religious

"Religious" is the second single from American R&B singer R. Kelly's studio album, Untitled (2009). The song was released on October 10, 2009, on R. Kelly's YouTube channel. The single was confirmed in R. Kelly's Twitter.


Year:
2009
3:03
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Ooh, ooh uh, woo woo
Um, yeah

Girl you mine and I thank the lord for you
Cause ain't no other girl ever did me like you do
And all those times I did you wrong
You stayed got my back
You sheltered me from my enemies
Shared my pain even when it was all because of me
Make me throw up both my hands and say

Ooh oh
There's something religious about you (I wanna testify)
There's something church about you
I just wanna tell the world that you're my girl

Aye-hey-ey
There's something religious about you (girl there is)
There's something church about you (tellin' everywhere I go)
I want the world to know

There's no other way to explain just how I feel
Kinda of like the r in r & b who's the big deal
And that's why I'm on my knees
Whoa-oh-oh
Because of you girl I repent and change my thuggish ways
Gota nigga waking extra early on Sunday
And you always praying for me
Oh-whoa
That's why I say

Ooh oh
There's something religious about you (I wanna testify)
There's something church about you
I just wanna tell the world that you're my girl

Ooh-ooh-oh-whoa
There's something religious about you (I can't put my finger on it)
There's something church about you (gonna tell it everywhere I go)

You make (you make me better)
Hey hey hey
This is forever (just say)
Just say the word (i remember) baby girl it's whatever

When I was trap
You was the key that set me free
Out the streets baby you rescue me
I call you (yeah)
You're my hero
You're my miracle (you're my miracle)
There is no other no (yeah)
Baby you remind me of my mother
And that's why I'm saying

There's something religious about you 
(there is something religious about you)
There's something church about you 
(there's something church about you) 
And I'm glad that you're my girl

All those times I lied 
(something religious about you)
Hey
All those times you forgave me 
(there's something church about you)
I broke your heart and made you cry 
(cheated on you and you took me back) yes you did
It's something religious about you 
(see I know there something about you) 
Something church about you 
(baby baby baby baby (whoo) 
Baby baby baby (whoo baby baby baby) you're my girl

You're my girl, church
There's something religious about you
There's something church about you

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R. Kelly

Robert Sylvester Kelly (born January 8, 1967), known by his stage name R. Kelly, is an American singer-songwriter and record producer. Often referred to as the King of R&B, Kelly is recognized as one of the most successful R&B artists of all-time. A native of Chicago, Illinois, Kelly began performing during the late 1980s and debuted in 1992 with the group Public Announcement. In 1993, Kelly went solo with the album 12 Play. He is known for a collection of major hit singles including "Bump n' Grind", "Your Body's Callin'", "I Believe I Can Fly", "Gotham City", "Ignition (Remix)", "If I Could Turn Back the Hands of Time", "The World's Greatest", "I'm a Flirt", and the hip-hopera "Trapped in the Closet". In 1998, Kelly won three Grammy Awards for "I Bel… more »

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Written by: WARRYN CAMPBELL, ERIC DAWKINS, ANTONIO DIXON, TYRESE GIBSON, ROBERT KELLY

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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9 facts about this song

Song Concept
The song "Religious" by R. Kelly is a heartfelt lyrical testament to the power of love, comparing its intensity and transformative nature to religious experiences.
Album Info
"Religious" is included in R. Kelly's tenth studio album, "Untitled," released on October 13, 2009. The album contains a mixture of R&B and pop with strong, gospel-inflected vocals.
Collaboration
R. Kelly co-wrote "Religious" with Greg Curtis. Curtis is a Grammy-nominated writer and producer who has worked with renowned musicians including Keyshia Cole and Yolanda Adams.
Chart Performance
The "Untitled" album, which includes "Religious," peaked at number 4 on the Billboard 200 and remained on the chart for over 17 weeks.
Popular Acclaim
Though “Religious” as an individual song did not chart, R. Kelly is known for making an impact on the music industry. By 2009, he was recognized as the most successful R&B artist of the prior 25 years.
Music Style
"Religious" reflects R. Kelly's unique ability to portray passion and emotion in his music, blending elements of R&B, soul, and gospel into a cohesive and emotive ballad.
Song Theme
The song “Religious” represents love as a deep, spiritual connection, equating it to a religious experience. This kind of spiritual imagery is a recurring theme in R. Kelly's discography.
Inspirational Music
R. Kelly is known for his inspirational music, and "Religious" is no exception. It is appreciated by many fans for its powerful lyrics and deep emotional undertones.
Critical Reception
While the song "Religious" wasn't singled out for critical acclaim, R. Kelly's "Untitled" album garnered generally positive reviews, with several writers highlighting its emotional depth and musicality.

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