I Believe

R. Kelly

About I Believe

"I Believe" is an inspirational R&B ballad by American singer R. Kelly. The song initially appeared on the Osmosis Jones soundtrack in 2001 but was later re-written and re-arranged in order to become an anthem for U. S. President Barack Obama's inauguration. The non-album song was released via Amazon.com on December 16, 2008 and appeared later on the compilations Playlist: The Very Best of R. Kelly and Epic. The song has received positive reviews from fans and critics alike.


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2010
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Yeah
Uh, uh
Uh
Yeah
Yeah

There could be dark clouds up over me, yeah
Still I know I can stand tall, yeah
And I can be the only man in the middle of the sea
And still somehow I wouldn't feel small, no, no

Ever since I found you, baby, it's been my attitude,
yes, it has
I wouldn't trade you for the world, uh-uh
If I bet my money on you, baby, I would never lose, no
'Cause you're my inspiration, girl
With you by my side, I believe

(Oh, I believe) I believe
(Oh, I believe) Yes, I
(I believe) I believe
(Oh, I believe) Oh, I believe
(Oh, I believe) I believe
(I believe) Yes, I

Now there could be a roadblock right in front of me,
Mmm
And it wouldn't be in my way, no
Even if they locked me up and threw away the key, yeah
Somehow I know it would be okay, yeah

'Cause ever since I met you, girl, I've been positive,
oh, yes
You gave me a reason why, yes, you did
I kinda gave up on life, but now I wanna live, yeah
'Cause in the tunnel you were my light
And with you by my side, I believe

(Oh, I believe) Oh, I believe
(Oh, I believe) Oh, I believe, yeah
(I believe) I believe
(Oh, I believe) Woo I
(Oh, I believe) I believe
(I believe) Oh, ho, I believe

And I remember when I wrote this song
It was at a time when I, I couldn't go wrong
But since I met you

(Oh, I believe) I believe
(Oh, I believe) Said I
(I believe) I believe
(Oh, I believe) Oh, I believe
(Oh, I believe) Yeah
(I believe) Yes, I, when the clouds are hanging over
us, woo

(Oh, I believe) And the going's tough
(Oh, I believe) I
(I believe) I believe
(Oh, I believe) If we stand tall, yeah
(Oh, I believe) I believe, yeah
(I believe) I believe

(Oh, I believe) I believe, yeah
(Oh, I believe) I believe
(I believe) Oh, I believe
(Oh, I believe) Oh, I believe
(Oh, I believe) Whoa, oh, I believe
(I believe) I believe, Yes, I do

(Oh, I believe) If the mountain's too high and the
valley's too low
(Oh, I believe) We can do all things
(I believe) If we believe
(Oh, I believe) Ho, whoa, I believe
(Oh, I believe) Hey, yea, ey, yea
(I believe) Hey, I believe

(Oh, I believe) Said America
(Oh, I believe) America
(I believe) Ooh
(Oh, I believe)
(Oh, I believe)

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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: ROBERT S. KELLY

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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12 facts about this song

Release Details
"I Believe" by R. Kelly is a single that was released on June 26, 2008.
Album Affiliation
The song belongs to R. Kelly's studio album "Untitled" which marked his 9th studio album.
Inspirational Theme
“I Believe” is an inspirational song, delivering messages of hope and overcoming trials and tribulations in life.
Performance
The single “I Believe” is a representation of R. Kelly’s lyrical and vocal versatility.
Symbolism
The song served as an anthem for the 2008 Summer Olympics.
Contemporary Genre
The song falls under the genre of contemporary R&B and soul.
Historical Context
The song was released during a time in Kelly's career when he was experiencing major legal trouble, making it very relevant to his personal life.
Critical Reaction
Critics widely praised the song's inspirational message and Kelly's vocal performance.
Commercial Performance
Despite its positive reviews, "I Believe" was not a major chart success.
Influence
The song has inspired many covers and live performances, and continues to resonate with fans of R. Kelly.
Music Video
The music video for “I Believe” further emphasizes the song’s emotional and uplifting message. The video shows Kelly singing in different locations including a church and a rural outdoor area, accompanied by a gospel choir.
Personal Significance
To R Kelly, "I Believe" is more than just a song – it is a deeply personal expression of belief and faith through challenging times.

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