Robert Sylvester Kelly (born January 8, 1967 in Chicago, Illinois), better … Read Full Bio ↴Robert Sylvester Kelly (born January 8, 1967 in Chicago, Illinois), better known by his stage name R. Kelly, is a Grammy award winning American R&B singer-songwriter, rapper, actor and record producer. Debuting in 1991 with the group Public Announcement, Kelly went solo in 1993, starting off a successful career with the release of the album 12 Play. He has since released a further nine studio albums, collaborated with Jay-Z on two albums and has had many successful singles including Bump N' Grind, I Believe I Can Fly, Ignition, The World's Greatest and the hip-hopera Trapped in the Closet.

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.

Thank God It's Friday
R. Kelly Lyrics

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Finally the weekend's come
And everything is goin' down
Nine to five and now it's time
For me to get around
Good poppin' ain't no stoppin' everybody's in the mood
Mind blowin' once you feel the music startin' to get to you
Disco nights, party lights, it's all good for me

[Chorus]
Thank God it's Friday
Party lights, Friday night feelin' right
It's a party
Thank God it's Friday
Party lights, Friday night feelin' right
It's a party

Throw your hands up
If you're ready to get down and jam tonight
Music's got ya jumpin'
And you're feeling not a care tonight
Keep goin' don't you stop
Just let this volume get in you
Take some time out for yourself
And let this Friday get to you
Disco nights, party lights
It's all good for me

[Chorus]

Oh God, thank you for Friday
Oh thank you heavenly Father
Oh so many people lookin', lookin' for the spot
There's a party over here
So many people lookin' for the party spot
If you find it
Let me know and I'll be there until I drop
Valet parking at the club
It lets you know it's Friday night
People swayin', music playin'
And this weekend feels so right, yeah

[Chorus]

My sisters, enjoy your weekend
And may God bless all of you

Overall Meaning

The song Thank God It's Friday by R. Kelly is a celebratory ode to the weekend and the party-filled atmosphere that it brings. The lyrics express the excitement of the end of the workweek and the anticipation of letting loose and having a good time. The opening verse sets the tone for the rest of the song, as it mentions that everything is going down, implying that the weekend is a time for release and relaxation. The following lines further emphasize the excitement, as the singer states that "good poppin'" is happening and everyone is in the mood.

In the chorus, the song's title is repeated twice, further driving home the point that Fridays are a time to indulge in fun and release from the stresses of the workweek. The lyrics also mention "disco nights" and "party lights," conjuring images of flashing lights and dancing crowds. The verses that follow continue to emphasize the party atmosphere, as the singer exclaims that the music is getting everyone jumping and feeling good.

Overall, the lyrics of Thank God It's Friday express a jubilant and carefree attitude towards the weekend and the opportunities it brings for fun and release. The song celebrates the importance of taking time for oneself and enjoying the simple pleasures of life.

Line by Line Meaning

Finally the weekend's come
After a long, tiring week at work, the much-awaited weekend is here.

And everything is goin' down
The vibe is changing and everyone is getting ready for a good time.

Nine to five and now it's time
The workday is over and now it's time to relax and have some fun.

For me to get around
The singer is excited to go out and have a good time with friends.

Good poppin' ain't no stoppin' everybody's in the mood
The music is great and everyone is ready to have a good time dancing and enjoying the night.

Mind blowin' once you feel the music startin' to get to you
The music is so good that it takes over and becomes an immersive experience.

Disco nights, party lights, it's all good for me
The singer loves the disco atmosphere and enjoying himself under the party lights.

[Chorus] Thank God it's Friday, Party lights, Friday night feelin' right, It's a party
The chorus is a celebration of the weekend and the good times it brings, especially Friday night.

Throw your hands up, If you're ready to get down and jam tonight
The singer invites everyone to join in and enjoy the music and dancing.

Music's got ya jumpin', And you're feeling not a care tonight
The music is so energizing that all worries and cares disappear.

Keep goin' don't you stop, Just let this volume get in you
The singer encourages listeners to keep dancing and enjoying the music at high volume levels.

Take some time out for yourself, And let this Friday get to you
The singer advises people to take a break from daily routines and enjoy themselves on Fridays.

Disco nights, party lights, It's all good for me
The singer is once again expressing how much he enjoys the disco and party atmosphere.

[Chorus]
The chorus repeats the message of thanking God for Fridays and the good times they bring.

Oh God, thank you for Friday, Oh thank you heavenly Father
The singer expresses gratitude to God for Fridays and the fun times they represent.

Oh so many people lookin', lookin' for the spot
Many people are searching for the perfect spot to enjoy their Friday night.

There's a party over here, So many people lookin' for the party spot
The singer knows there's a party happening somewhere and people are eagerly looking for it.

If you find it, Let me know and I'll be there until I drop
The singer is ready to join the party and stay there all night long.

Valet parking at the club, It lets you know it's Friday night
Valet parking at the club is a sign that it's a special night - Friday night.

People swayin', music playin', And this weekend feels so right, yeah
The singer is observing people having a great time dancing and enjoying the music, and the weekend feels perfect because of it.

[Chorus]
The chorus reinforces the message of the importance of Fridays and the party-like atmosphere they bring, while also wishing everyone a blessed weekend.

My sisters, enjoy your weekend, And may God bless all of you
The singer expresses good wishes to his female listeners for a great weekend full of blessings.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBERT S. KELLY

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