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Chocolate Factory

R. Kelly · 2003

102 min · 23 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul

A sultry blend of R&B grooves and seductive melodies punctuated by playful lyrical narratives.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sultry grooves for intimate moments
  • playful vibes for social gatherings
  • wave-like pacing with emotional peaks
  • danceable tracks for late nights
  • romantic themes for date nights

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike extended listening experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 18, 2003, 'Chocolate Factory' was R. Kelly's sixth studio album, following his critically acclaimed 'Love Letter.' At this point in his career, Kelly was firmly established as a leading figure in contemporary R&B, known for his smooth vocal style and innovative production techniques. The album came after a period of intense media scrutiny, yet it solidified his commercial prowess with chart-topping hits.
Stylistic neighbors
Usher· Trey Songz· Ginuwine

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Chocolate Factory 3:50
  • 2 Step in the Name of Love 5:42
  • 3 Heart of a Woman 4:31
  • 4 I'll Never Leave 3:45
  • 5 Been Around the World 4:05
  • 6 You Made Me Love You 4:34
  • 7 Forever 4:06
  • 8 Dream Girl 3:57
  • 9 Ignition 3:22
  • 10 Ignition (remix) 2:59
  • 11 Forever More 3:34
  • 12 You Knock Me Out 4:10
  • 13 Step in the Name of Love (remix) 7:12
  • 14 Imagine That 4:38
  • 15 Showdown 7:54
  • 16 Snake 4:51
  • 17 Apologies of a Thug 4:26

Disc 2

  • 1 Loveland 4:27
  • 2 What Do I Do 3:35
  • 3 Heaven I Need A Hug 5:12
  • 4 The World's Greatest 4:37
  • 5 Far More 3:26
  • 6 Raindrops 3:55

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