Down Low (Nobody Has to Know) cover

Released 30 years ago

Down Low (Nobody Has to Know)

R. Kelly · 1996

45 min · 7 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul

Smooth R&B grooves blend with soulful melodies, showcasing R. Kelly's vocal prowess and storytelling finesse.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • smooth grooves for intimate moments
  • narrative-driven tracks with depth
  • wave-like pacing for relaxed listening
  • engaging storytelling through vocal finesse

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks
  • seek standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 16, 1996, 'Down Low (Nobody Has to Know)' followed R. Kelly's breakthrough album '12 Play' from 1993, solidifying his position as a leading figure in contemporary R&B. At this point, he was transitioning from a successful debut to becoming a household name in the music industry, leveraging his growing popularity to explore deeper themes in his work.
Stylistic neighbors
Usher· Trey Songz· Ginuwine

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Down Low (Soundtrack From The Motion Picture Video - 12" Mix) 8:09
  • 2 Down Low (Live To Regret It Mix - Uncut (Blame It On The Mo')) 4:28
  • 3 Down Low (It's A Long Story Mix (Blame It On The Mo')) 16:20
  • 4 Down Low (I Can't Say It Enough Mix) 3:03
  • 5 Down Low (Live To Regret It Mix - Radio Version #1 (Blame It On The Mo')) 4:28
  • 6 Down Low (LP Version) 4:28
  • 7 Down Low (Live To Regret It Mix - Instrumental (Blame It On The Mo') 4:28

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