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.
Summer Bunnies
R. Kelly Lyrics
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Girl, you know, you knock me out
Girl, you know, you knock me out
Girl you know, you knock me out
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (summer bunnies drive me crazy)
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (I'm in love the way you knock me out)
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (girl you drive me crazy)
One, two, three, four it's time for me to jet
Where you goin' off to, the beach, that's a bet
It's summertime so it's time to get a summer
These summers, goes and I won't call them, hoes
'Cause in the 90's you gotta respect the ladies
So step up to 'em and say, we love you sweet Sadie
That's how you get your true mock on but
Brothers be steppin' up poppin' that sad song
Hey don't I know you from somewhere?
Can we go somewhere to be alone?
I pull up in the lot, pop the trunks make their heads bob
And it's sunny so it's time to get a summer bunny
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (you know you drive me crazy)
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (girl you got it goin' on)
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (summer bunnies drivin' me)
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (I really love the way you drivin' me)
Uh, it's five o'clock and my voice code is twenty two
So beep, beep, beep it's time for me to make a move
I'm on my way to his picnic
Ay, Joa we got time to go and start this shit, yeah
But I wanna be early, fool
So I can catch the new bunnies comin' in just like the old school
Strollin' the block so I can check the scenery
The sun's blazin', the day is feelin' good to me
I can just smell the funky beats
You know the flavor in between the sheets
I saw my boy Big Al, said Just keep it straight
He said, I know I got a novelty to validate
So who's the bunny lookin' sweet like a honeycomb?
He said, no my brother, you got to get your own, summer bunny
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (summer bunnies drive me crazy)
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (girl you know you knock me out)
Summer bunnies drive me crazy
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (I really love the way you drivin' me)
This party is packed tops, word to the mother
I love it when there's three bunnies to one brother
And wine coolers is what I'm packin'
And when I get my buzz on is when I start bunny-jackin'
Jackin' fools for their bunnies
'Cause I'm the K, the E, the double L, the Y they wanna get with me
And the PAs in the house (so what up?)
So check, check, check it out
My stomach is growlin' so it's time to get mine on
Some soul food, cool Aid and you know it's on
Then after that I hate to eat and run but I'm outty
My homie, Tamika invited us to a block party
So we roll up in all our summer style and daisy deuce
The brothers yellin', summer bunnies
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (summer bunnies drive me crazy)
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (and you know, you know you knock me out)
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (ay ay, crazy)
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (I really love the way you knock me out)
Let's break it down
Your're looking real good with your dukes on baby (baby)
Your're looking real good with your dukes on baby (oh yeah yeah)
Your're looking real good with your dukes on baby (oh baby)
Girl, you know you knock me out
Girl, you know you knock me out
Girl, you know you knock me out
Girl, you know you knock me out
Girl, you know you knock me out
Girl, you know you knock me out
Girl, you know you knock me out
Girl, you know you knock me out
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (summer bunnies)
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (drivin' me crazy, oh yeah)
Summer bunnies drive me crazy
Summer bunnies drive me crazy
The lyrics of R. Kelly’s song “Summer Bunnies” featuring Aaliyah revolves around the concept of summer and how it drives the singer crazy. The song starts with R. Kelly singing about how the girl he's interested in “knocks him out.” The lyrics then proceed to talk about summer bunnies, a term used to describe women he likes to pursue during the summertime. Kelly talks about how he has to respect women in the 90s and step up to them respectfully. The song then talks about Kelly heading to a picnic and trying to catch the eye of a girl. The lyrics talk about how the party is packed with “three bunnies to one brother.” R. Kelly mentions how wine coolers are what he's packing and how he starts “bunny-jackin’” when he gets his buzz.
One fascinating fact about the song is that it has a jazzier melody than most songs in the R&B genre. Another interesting fact is that the song was initially a bonus track for Kelly's album, “12 Play," but it was later included in the B side of "Bump n' Grind." "Summer Bunnies" was a hit in Europe, but it never made it to the top 40 in the US. The song's video shows R. Kelly and Aaliyah lounging in the sun, and it has the typical 90s vibe. The song was well-received by the public, and it was praised for its catchy melody.
Another interesting fact about the song is that it was Aaliyah's last collaboration with R. Kelly before her death. The song was originally recorded in 1993, but it was not released until 1995. "Summer Bunnies" was R. Kelly's fourth single off "12 Play." The song has been covered by various artists and was sampled in the song "1st of tha Month" by Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. The lyrics of the song have faced criticism for objectifying women. Finally, the chords of the song are: A, C#m, D, A (throughout the chorus) and A, C#m, D, A and E, F#m, G#, F#m, E (during the verses).
Overall, "Summer Bunnies" is a catchy R&B song with a catchy melody and lyrics that revolve around the concept of summer love. The lyrics show R. Kelly's interest in pursuing women during the summertime, and the song's video perfectly complements the vibe of the song. The song remains a favorite among R. Kelly fans and 90s R&B enthusiasts.
Line by Line Meaning
Knock me out
You have a powerful effect on me
Girl, you know, you knock me out
You are aware of your ability to captivate me
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (summer bunnies drive me crazy)
Beautiful women of the summer season are making me lose my mind
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (I'm in love the way you knock me out)
I am falling for you because of the way you captivate me
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (girl you drive me crazy)
You are making me go crazy with desire
One, two, three, four it's time for me to jet
I need to leave now
Where you goin' off to, the beach, that's a bet
I assume you are going to the beach
It's summertime so it's time to get a summer
As it's the summer season, I need to find a summer bunny
These summers, goes and I won't call them, hoes
I won't disrespect women by calling them derogatory names anymore
'Cause in the 90's you gotta respect the ladies
In the current era, women should be respected
So step up to 'em and say, we love you sweet Sadie
We should approach women respectfully and express our appreciation for them
That's how you get your true mock on but
That is how you can be genuine with women
Brothers be steppin' up poppin' that sad song
Some men try to gain attention by being sad
Hey don't I know you from somewhere?
I feel like I have seen you before
Can we go somewhere to be alone?
Would you like to spend some private time with me?
I pull up in the lot, pop the trunks make their heads bob
I arrive in my car with a sound system and everyone notices me
And it's sunny so it's time to get a summer bunny
In this good weather, it's time for me to find a summer fling
Uh, it's five o'clock and my voice code is twenty two
It's currently 5 o'clock and my voicemail pin is 22
So beep, beep, beep it's time for me to make a move
I need to leave now
I'm on my way to his picnic
I am heading to his outdoor gathering
Ay, Joa we got time to go and start this shit, yeah
Hey Joa, we have time to go and have some fun
But I wanna be early, fool
I want to arrive early, my friend
So I can catch the new bunnies comin' in just like the old school
I want to arrive early so that I can see the new girls and flirt with them as I used to do in the past
Strollin' the block so I can check the scenery
I want to walk around so that I can observe the area
The sun's blazin', the day is feelin' good to me
The sun is shining, and I am enjoying this day
I can just smell the funky beats
I can hear and smell the good music playing
You know the flavor in between the sheets
You know exactly what I am referring to
I saw my boy Big Al, said Just keep it straight
I saw my friend Big Al and told him to be straightforward
He said, I know I got a novelty to validate
He replied that he knows what he needs to do to impress a girl
So who's the bunny lookin' sweet like a honeycomb?
Who is the beautiful girl that everyone is talking about?
He said, no my brother, you got to get your own, summer bunny
He told me to go and find my own summer fling
This party is packed tops, word to the mother
This party is jam-packed, I am not exaggerating
I love it when there's three bunnies to one brother
I enjoy being surrounded by three beautiful women
And wine coolers is what I'm packin'
I am carrying wine coolers with me
And when I get my buzz on is when I start bunny-jackin'
When I get tipsy, I start flirting more aggressively with women
Jackin' fools for their bunnies
I am trying to take girls away from other men
'Cause I'm the K, the E, the double L, the Y they wanna get with me
I have a name that many women find attractive
And the PAs in the house (so what up?)
And my Posse is here with me (what's good?)
So check, check, check it out
Listen carefully to what I am about to say
My stomach is growlin' so it's time to get mine on
I am getting hungry and need to eat
Some soul food, cool Aid and you know it's on
I want some delicious soul food and a refreshing Kool-Aid drink
Then after that I hate to eat and run but I'm outty
I don't like leaving right after eating, but I have to
My homie, Tamika invited us to a block party
My friend Tamika invited us to a local party
So we roll up in all our summer style and daisy deuce
We arrive wearing our fresh summer outfits and fancy cars
The brothers yellin', summer bunnies
The men are calling out to the beautiful women at the party
Let's break it down
Let me explain further
Your're looking real good with your dukes on baby (baby)
You look amazing in your dress, baby
Girl, you know you knock me out
You know you have a powerful effect on me
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (and you know, you know you knock me out)
Summer flings make me lose my mind, and you know you have a powerful effect on me
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (ay ay, crazy)
Summer flings make me go wild with desire
Summer bunnies drive me crazy (I really love the way you knock me out)
I truly love the way you have a powerful effect on me
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROBERT S. KELLY
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Byron Welch
12 Play is one of the best 90s albums. It's deffinetly in my top 10 of all time!!!!!!!!
Jay Wad
True!!
Mike H
Yup..
Monica Petje
Those were the better days, i dont care who says what RKelly is still one of the best for me,im still playing his music💃💃💃💃
mmjackso3
Summer of 1994..... I was 16, the summer jam while getting dressed and ready to go to the mall back then....worry-free and fun memories!!!!!
Ricky Flora
No mass shootings but what the hell is going on now
Angelo Adams
New jack swing was short but that era can stand on its own! Some great music from that era
Jay Wad
True!
ebdrexel
The New Jack Era was winding down at this point
Robin Jones
Still remember being a kid listening to this.. The Gap Band sample is flawless