Half on a Baby
R. Kelly · 1998
15 min · 3 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul
A sultry blend of smooth R&B grooves and hip-hop rhythms, dripping with romantic tension.
Half on a Baby is a single by R. Kelly, released in 1998. A sultry blend of smooth R&B grooves and hip-hop rhythms, dripping with romantic tension. 'Half on a Baby' reached significant commercial success, peaking at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Its blend of seductive lyrics and catchy production contributed to shaping the sound of late '90s R&B and influenced subsequent artists in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Half on a Baby sound like?
A sultry blend of smooth R&B grooves and hip-hop rhythms, dripping with romantic tension. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.
What makes Half on a Baby by R. Kelly notable?
'Half on a Baby' reached significant commercial success, peaking at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Its blend of seductive lyrics and catchy production contributed to shaping the sound of late '90s R&B and influenced subsequent artists in the genre. Released on January 1, 1998, 'Half on a Baby' was R. Kelly's follow-up to the commercially successful 'R.' The album came during a period of rapid ascension in his career, as he was becoming a dominant force in contemporary R&B and hip-hop, solidifying his reputation as a hitmaker and provocative lyricist.
How many songs are on Half on a Baby?
Half on a Baby has 3 tracks, running approximately 15 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Half on a Baby (radio version) Standout 5:02
- 2 Half on a Baby (extended video version) Standout 5:45
- 3 Half on a Baby (instrumental version) Standout 4:57
Release Date
January 1, 1998
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
15 min 44 sec
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