@R KELLY..........Full Name: Robert Sylvester Kelly Stage Name: R. Kelly Date of Birth: January 8, 1967 Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, USA Nationality: American Genres: R&B, hip-hop, soul Occupations: Singer, songwriter, record producer Early Life R. Kelly grew up in Chicago’s South Side, where he developed his musical talents. He began performing in subway stations and later formed the group Public Announcement, which helped launch his career. Career Beginnings His debut album, Born into the ’90s (1992), featured hits like Honey Love and Slow Dance (Hey Mr. DJ). His solo breakthrough came with 12 Play (1993), which included Bump n’ Grind and Your Body’s Callin’. Musical Success Kelly became one of the best-selling R&B artists of the 1990s and 2000s, releasing 18 studio albums. His most notable songs include: I Believe I Can Fly (1996)