Backyard Party

R. Kelly

About Backyard Party

"Backyard Party" is a song by American R&B singer R. Kelly. was released on August 21, 2015 as the first single of his thirteenth studio album The Buffet.


Year:
2015
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Everyone's happy
Finally it's the weekend
All the hard work's behind me, yeah
And I just invited all my friends
I'm bout to throw something on the grill
And get together and play some cards, yeah
A couple of drinks, something to smoke and do our thing
No one's got hating in their hearts woah

A backyard party
A backyard party
We're just having a backyard party yeah
We're just having a backyard party woah

Oh I thank god it's summer
'Cause it feels so good to be outside, yeah
And the music sounds like heaven yeah
Makes me wanna grab a towel and clean my ride
First I'mma throw something on the grill yeah
And then mingle with the girls
And I wish that they could feel this celebration
All around the world hey hey, it's

A backyard party oh
A backyard party
We're just having a backyard party
We're just having a backyard party

And even if it
Even if it looks like rain
Ho ho if it looks like rain
I'm given joy's gonna chase the rain away
Rain rain, go away
'Cause we gonna take some shots
We'll take some shots yeah
And just hope for a brighter day
Ho and I just hope for a brighter day

I feel like yeah
I feel like woah
I feel like yeah
I feel like wooah

All we doin' is havin'
A backyard party
A backyard party
We're just having oh
A backyard party

Everyone's in the pool
A backyard party
I don't follow no rules
A backyard party
Listen the music is loud and the atmosphere is cool
A backyard party
Everybody listen, you know how we do
A backyard party
Is now ? the drinks, ? you the drinks
And barbecue
A backyard party
The sun is shining and the sky is so blue
A backyard part

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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: Roberts Kelly

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11 facts about this song

Song Category
"Backyard Party" is a song that comes under the genre of R&B/Soul and is also characterized by elements of the pop genre.
Release Details
R.Kelly, a renowned American singer, songwriter, and record producer, released "Backyard Party" on August 21, 2015, as part of his 13th studio album, "The Buffet."
Commercial Performance
The song trended in digital platforms, marking a good commercial performance. It is still part of various playlists worldwide showcasing R.Kelly's timeless talent.
Video and Concept
The music video of "Backyard Party" is especially notable because R.Kelly is seen enjoying a lavish poolside party with friends, further underlining the essence of the song's title and lyrics.
Relevant Album
"Backyard Party" was the lead single from R. Kelly's album "The Buffet", an album where R.Kelly compares the variety of songs and genres on the album to a buffet with variety of dishes.
Chart Performance
Despite the song not achieving a high peak on major music charts, it still received wide radio airplay and streaming, leading to its considerable popularity.
Musical Structure
The song is characterized by its smooth and soulful rhythms, fitting the usual R.Kelly style known for creating relaxed and enjoyable soundscapes.
Critics’ Reception
Critics generally regarded the song as another feel-good composition by R. Kelly. It symbolized his innovative creation of songs that express positivity and the simple joys of life like a backyard party.
Collaborations
Like most songs on "The Buffet", "Backyard Party" was both written and produced by R. Kelly, showcasing his broad talent in music.
Personal Enjoyment
R. Kelly states in multiple interviews that "Backyard Party" is one of his favorite songs to perform due to the positive and relaxed vibe it emits.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics focus on the theme of celebration, relaxation, and enjoying life's moments with loved ones, which is a common theme in R. Kelly's discography.

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