Kelly has also produced and performed in many tracks by other R&B and hip-hop artists. In 1994, Kelly produced and wrote the debut album of R&B singer Aaliyah and in 1995, Kelly co-produced and wrote the song "You Are Not Alone" for Michael Jackson, which was included on Jackson's album, HIStory. Kelly has sung the hooks for many notable hip-hop songs, such as "Fuckin' You Tonight" by The Notorious B.I.G., "We Thuggin'" by Fat Joe, "Gigolo" by Nick Cannon, and "Go Getta" by Young Jeezy, and has collaborated for two albums with Jay-Z.
It's Your Birthday
R. Kelly Lyrics
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Girl, I bet you thought I had went and forgot
It's a special day
Tonight
Your gift will be something you will remember
For the rest of your days, yeah
(So get ready and I'll take you out)
(Show you what partying is all about)
Once we hit the club
(It's your birthday)
So let's party and have some fun, yeah
(It's your birthday)
We'll dance til the morning comes, yeah
(Happy birthday)
Girl let's step the night away
(Happy birthday)
Yeah, and we're gonna celebrate, yeah
Oh we'll be laughing and singing and grooving on the way
(Yeah)
With smiles upon our face, oh yeah yeah
(Yeah)
Nothing but VIP
Darling for you and me
And there's so many dancing feet
Dancing in harmony
(So get ready and I'll take you out)
And show you some love, yeah
(Show you what partying is all about)
Yeah once we hit the club, yeah
(It's your birthday)
We gonna party and have some fun
(It's your birthday)
And we'll dance till the morning comes, yeah
(Happy birthday)
Let's step the night away
(Happy birthday)
We're gonna celebrate, let's go
Go Drea, it's your birthday
Go Joanne, it's your birthday
Go Jaya, it's your birthday
Go Channel, it's your birthday
Go Angie, it's your birthday
Go Julie, it's your birthday
Go Ebony, it's your birthday
Go Teshonda it's your birthday
Go Kim, it's your birthday
Go Lisa, it's your birthday
Go Devine, it's your birthday
Go Simone, it's your birthday
(It's your birthday)
Go Vernice, it's your birthday
Go Gina, it's your birthday
Go Kat, it's your birthday
(It's your birthday)
Go Carmen, it's your birthday
In the song "It's Your Birthday," R. Kelly sings about surprising his girl on her birthday with a gift that she will always remember. He promises to take her out and show her love, and to show her what partying is all about. They will hit the club and dance until the morning comes to celebrate her special day. The song is upbeat with a catchy rhythm, and it expresses the excitement and joy of celebrating someone's birthday.
The lyrics of the song are simple, but they capture the essence of a birthday celebration. R. Kelly's smooth vocals and the upbeat tempo of the song make it a perfect party anthem. The lyrics encourage everyone to let loose and have fun, and to celebrate the birthday girl in style. The song has a positive and celebratory vibe, and it conveys the message that birthdays are meant to be celebrated with the people you love.
Overall, "It's Your Birthday" is a fun and energetic song that captures the spirit of a birthday celebration. It encourages everyone to let loose and party, and to make the most of the special occasion. The song is a perfect addition to any birthday playlist, and it is sure to get everyone up and dancing.
Line by Line Meaning
Surprise
I have planned something unexpected for you
Girl, I bet you thought I had went and forgot
I know you were worried I had forgotten your birthday
It's a special day
Today is a day worth celebrating
Tonight, your gift will be something you will remember for the rest of your days, yeah
I have a special gift for you tonight that will make this birthday unforgettable
(So get ready and I'll take you out) And show you some love, yeah
I am going to take you out to show you how much I love and appreciate you
(Show you what partying is all about) Once we hit the club
We will party hard and have a great time once we get to the club
(It's your birthday) So let's party and have some fun, yeah
Because it's your special day, let's celebrate and have fun
(It's your birthday) We'll dance til the morning comes, yeah
We are going to dance and enjoy ourselves until the early hours of the morning
(Happy birthday) Girl let's step the night away
Let's dance the night away and enjoy every moment of this special day
(Happy birthday) Yeah, and we're gonna celebrate, yeah
We are going to celebrate your birthday in style and make it a night to remember
Oh we'll be laughing and singing and grooving on the way
As we celebrate, we'll be filled with joy, singing and dancing
With smiles upon our face, oh yeah yeah (Yeah)
We will be smiling throughout and enjoying every moment of the celebration
Nothing but VIP, darling for you and me
We will have exclusive, VIP treatment for you and me only
And there's so many dancing feet, dancing in harmony
We will be surrounded by people joining us in dancing and having fun
(It's your birthday) We gonna party and have some fun
We are going to have a blast and enjoy every moment of the party
(It's your birthday) And we'll dance till the morning comes, yeah
We will dance all night long until the sun comes up
(Happy birthday) Let's step the night away
Let's keep dancing and enjoying ourselves all night long
(Happy birthday) We're gonna celebrate, let's go
We are going to celebrate your birthday and make it the best night ever
Go Drea, it's your birthday
Wishing Drea a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Go Joanne, it's your birthday
Wishing Joanne a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Go Jaya, it's your birthday
Wishing Jaya a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Go Channel, it's your birthday
Wishing Channel a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Go Angie, it's your birthday
Wishing Angie a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Go Julie, it's your birthday
Wishing Julie a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Go Ebony, it's your birthday
Wishing Ebony a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Go Teshonda it's your birthday
Wishing Teshonda a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Go Kim, it's your birthday
Wishing Kim a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Go Lisa, it's your birthday
Wishing Lisa a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Go Devine, it's your birthday
Wishing Devine a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Go Simone, it's your birthday
Wishing Simone a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
(It's your birthday) Go Vernice, it's your birthday
Wishing Vernice a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Go Gina, it's your birthday
Wishing Gina a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Go Kat, it's your birthday
Wishing Kat a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
(It's your birthday) Go Carmen, it's your birthday
Wishing Carmen a happy birthday and hoping she has a great celebration
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBERT S. KELLY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lindawarren7086
R Kelly has a gift no one can take from him. He just need JESUS IN HIS LIFE. HE HAS THE VOICE OF ALL TIMES! I PRAY GOD GIVES HIM A MIND TO BE SAVE. GOD IS THE ONLY ONE WHO CAN HELP HIM NOW.
@queenmeedy67
Looked this up for my bday today. Sing to me Kells!!!
@cynthiaspuriel9242
Today is my 56th birthday. Just thanking God for allowing me to see another beautiful year.
@domykimata5768
Hbd
@BUZZYBUZZIE
Happy birthday 🎂 💒 🎂 many blessings 🙏
@janetcherry8155
We have a forgiving man above Yahshua 🙏 judge thee not only Yawheh himself who loves us all unconditionally. Prayers
@charlescollins1521
Wish my mother a happy heavenly birthday Mrs rose Marie Collins ❤ I love you I know this is one of your favorite song 7/29
@WMB6022
This man was my generation’s Marvin Gaye.
I’ll play his music until I go deaf.
@deedeelinn
I still love R Kelly's music
@queenyolo9418
Yesss 💃 Today Is My 43rd Birthday 🥳 5/27 ♊