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.
Red Carpet (Pause
R. Kelly Lyrics
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Yeah Yeah Yeah Check 12 Its the piper
AKA Kellz I'm in the bulding
Right now and im looking for nothin
But steppa Tell me where
Tha steppas Where r all the steppas
Ooo Ooo Ooo I fell good I mean
I don't mean to brag but um
Custom green suits apple gators
Hundred thousand on my wrist
Geeky shiny poopy climbing
White T Ella outfits
Jump out styling ladies smilin
Popa roxies everywhere
Hummer stretches limo lexis
Pull up while people stoppin stare
Like we're on t.v.
Sometimes life can be like a dream
When you're livin on a big screen
Fancy cars Movie stars
Red carpet and big applause
Limoseumzs and search lights
This is how we gone do it tonight
So
Pause, Flash Pause, Flash
Pause, Flash Pause, Flash
U and your partner r so so clean
So take a picture for tha memory
Pause, Flash Pause, Flash
Pause, Flash Pause, Falsh
Ooh I wanna go steppin now
Im bout to climb All I need is
My partner
We go together like a hand an glove
Ooh DJ put tha record on
Be sure its my favorite song
Step in the name of love
Step in the name of love
Yeah ooo ooo ooo like we're all
On t.v.
Sometimes life can be like a dream
When you're livin on a big screen
Fancy cars Movie stars
Red carpet and big applause
Limoseumzs and search lights
This is how we gone do it tonight
So
Pause, Flash Pause, Flash
Pause, Flash Pause, Flash
U and your partner r so so clean
So take a picture for tha memory
Pause, Flash Pause, Flash
Pause, Flash Pause, Falsh
You know us and how we like to
Dress up and go out and hit
Tha club I'm not leavin here
Until I take me a picture
Cameraman just wait till I'm ready
On 3 ya'll 123 say cheese
Sometimes life can be like a dream
When you're livin on a big screen
Fancy cars Movie stars
Red carpet and big applause
Limoseumzs and search lights
This is how we gone do it tonight
So
Pause, Flash Pause, Flash
Pause, Flash Pause, Flash
U and your partner r so so clean
So take a picture for tha memory
Pause, Flash Pause, Flash
Pause, Flash Pause, Falsh
The song Red Carpet by R. Kelly talks about living a celebrity lifestyle, attending red carpet events and stepping out with style. The lyrics are about the experience of feeling like a superstar with fancy cars, movie stars, and big applause. The song starts with the singer introducing himself as Kellz, AKA the piper, looking for nothing but steppers. He asks where all the steppers are and talks about how good he feels.
The first verse talks about how the singer is dressed in custom-made green suits, expensive apple gators, and has a hundred thousand dollar watch on his wrist. He describes how he is climbing up in the world and gets attention from women who smile at him. He also mentions the expensive cars, limousines, and Hummer stretches that he and his friends travel in.
The chorus talks about how life can be like a dream when you're living the life of a celebrity. It mentions the fancy cars, movie stars, red carpet events, and searchlights. The singer then goes on to say 'Pause, Flash' repeatedly, implying that he wants pictures to be taken of him.
Overall, the song is about living the high life and feeling like a superstar. It's a celebration of success, fame, and living like royalty.
Line by Line Meaning
Oooo Yeah Yeah Yeah Ooo
Expressing excitement and anticipation for the night ahead
Yeah Yeah Yeah Check 12 Its the piper
Introducing himself as R. Kelly, also known as 'the piper'
AKA Kellz I'm in the bulding
Further introducing himself and announcing his presence at the event
Right now and im looking for nothin
Stating that he is there to simply have fun and enjoy himself
But steppa Tell me where
Asking where the dancers and 'steppers' are
Tha steppas Where r all the steppas
Reiterating his desire to find the dancers and have a good time
Ooo Ooo Ooo I fell good I mean
Expressing the joy and excitement he is feeling
I don't mean to brag but um
Acknowledging that he is about to talk about his wealth and success
Custom green suits apple gators
Describing his flashy and expensive outfit
Hundred thousand on my wrist
Boasting about his expensive jewelry
Geeky shiny poopy climbing
Unclear, possibly a reference to the material of his outfit or jewelry
White T Ella outfits
Describing the attire of the ladies with him
Jump out styling ladies smilin
The ladies with him are dressed up and happy
Popa roxies everywhere
Referencing luxury cars and expensive jewelry
Hummer stretches limo lexis
More descriptions of the flashy cars and transportation they are using
Pull up while people stoppin stare
Drawing attention with their appearance and vehicles
Like we're on t.v.
Feeling like celebrities and being watched by others
Sometimes life can be like a dream
Reflecting on the surreal feeling of living an extravagant life
When you're livin on a big screen
When your life is being watched and admired by others
Fancy cars Movie stars
More descriptions of the glamorous life he lives
Red carpet and big applause
The fanfare and acknowledgement he receives in his career
Limoseumzs and search lights
More descriptions of the extravagant lifestyle he leads
This is how we gone do it tonight
Expressing the plans for how they will enjoy the night
So Pause, Flash Pause, Flash
Describing the act of taking a photo and the sound of the camera
U and your partner r so so clean
Complimenting the appearance of those around him
So take a picture for tha memory
Encouraging them to capture the moment with a photo
Ooh I wanna go steppin now
Expressing the desire to dance and have fun
Im bout to climb All I need is My partner
Getting ready to dance and looking for a dance partner
Ooh DJ put tha record on Be sure its my favorite song
Requesting a specific song to dance to and expressing excitement for it
Step in the name of love
Referring to the popular dance move and song that R. Kelly created
Yeah ooo ooo ooo like we're all On t.v.
Feeling like they are putting on a show and being watched by others
You know us and how we like to Dress up and go out and hit Tha club
Referencing the lifestyle of going out to party and have fun
I'm not leavin here Until I take me a picture
Wanting to capture the memory of the night with a photo
Cameraman just wait till I'm ready On 3 ya'll 123 say cheese
Asking the photographer to wait until he is ready before taking the photo
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBERT S. KELLY
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