Who Will Be Named The Official King Of R&B?

R&B is far from dead. In 2019, Jacquees anointed himself the undisputed ruler of R&B and fans did not agree. Commenters mentioned Chris Brown and said he's today's true King of R&B.

R. Kelly has been named by fans consistently as they engaged in the debate over which male artist is the King of R&B. Known as "The King of Soul," Otis Redding was one of the greatest R&B singers of all time.

R. Kelly, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Mariah Carey help to make R&B more popular today than what it ever has been. 90's R&B performances felt more intimate. The music was so great that the artist could literally just coast their performance and the crowd would still feel it.

What Would R. Kelly Say About Jacqees Naming His Album King of R&B?

Jacquees is teasing at R. Kelly and the rest of the R&B singers as he has just released a new album titled 'King of R&B.' I'm just imagining what R. Kelly things about this while he is still locked up behind bars.

Jacquees had boldly claimed he was the 'King Of R&B', but R Kelly, John Legend and more had a few things to say last year. Tyrese and Tank took to social media to firmly assert R.Kelly is the king of R&B and that Jacquees is a new artist who still has work to do.

Top 5 Best Classic R&B Love Songs

Now that R&B section of the Wrap-Up Magazine is growing, we wanted to kick things off right by naming the Top 5 love songs of all time.

There have been many singers who R&B songs hit the charts, but these songs below are songs that stuck with fans far and beyond.

Rate the selected songs by leaving a comment below. Do you think there are other songs that made a greater impact?

Micah Willis (@iammicahwillis) - "Forget"

Sensational R&B singer and songwriter Micah Willis drops a brand new R&B single titled "Forget." "Forget" is a moderate tempo elevating R&B track with lyrics and theme leaning towards dance and "having a good time." "Forget" is a "feel-good" song somewhat written in response to the most recent world upsets and crises - especially the COVID-19 Pandemic of 2020. According to Micah Willis, “Forget,” just as the song title suggests, is about “forgetting all the terrible times we had in 2020.” Micah believes it is time everyone goes out to have fun. Instrumentally, “Forget” is rooted in very solid R&B influences as it also taps some minor [but not insignificant] elements from genres like rap, trap, soul, and blues. The tranquilizing, fluid, and subtle piano harmonies/melodies meddled with rudimentary but thumping R&B drum grooves, trap percussions, cinematic sound effects, 808s, and the sensuous vocals of Micah Willis create not just an elevating atmosphere but also quite a calming and reassuring one. Willis as a musician is known to always push musical and overall creative boundaries in his compositions and writing. With a voice as soothing as water, Willis passes for both an R&B story-teller and a therapeutic singer. Talking about therapy, “therapeutic” is another perfect word to describe the single “Forget.” With naturally fluid and melismatic vocals, Willis manages to bring together influences from diverse and “not-exactly related” musical styles and genres to create a unique blend of a familiar genre like R&B - a special R&B blend typical of only Micah Willis. “Forget” is available on all music streaming platforms. You can also follow Micah Willis on all social media platforms to keep up with his ever-dynamic lifestyle.

Should R. Kelly Still Be Named King Of R&B?

Although everything that surrounds R. Kelly today is controversy, how can you deny the King of R&B his spot? What artist carry more hits than Kellz? R. Kelly has been named by fans consistently as they engaged in the debate over which male artist currently sits on the throne.

Why R. Kelly Is The King Of R&B

It is not hard to figure out why R. Kelly is the King of R&B! Who do you know who has not had sex to Kelly music or even better, made a child to his songs?

R. Kelly has been named by fans consistently as they engaged in the debate over which male artist is considered the best. Even during a Christmas party in Toronto, Dave Chappelle declared that R. Kelly is the King of R&B.

Kelly is known for songs including "I Believe I Can Fly", "Bump N' Grind", "Your Body's Callin'", "Gotham City", "Ignition (Remix)", "If I Could Turn Back the Hands of Time", "The World's Greatest", "I'm a Flirt (Remix)", and "Trapped in the Closet".

#Stream Jacquees New Album ‘King of R&B’ via #SpotifyMusic

Jacquees caused a bit of a stir last year, when he boldly declared himself the “King of R&B.” Jacquees hasn't abandoned this belief. On Thursday, the self-proclaimed “King of R&B” delivered his sophomore album dubbed, well, King of R&B.

R. Kelly Named King Of R&B

Jacquees says he's the King of R&B for this generation, but reports say otherwise. There has been no other R&B artist with more controversy or hits than the main man R. Kelly.

Tyrese and Tank took to social media to firmly assert R.Kelly is the King of R&B and that Jacquees is a new artist who still has work to do.

A 'Kings of R&B' tour would be the perfect way to settle the debate. Put all the R&B stars together to perform and see who come out on top. We want to see record sales, crowd movement, and someone named the King.

Although R. Kelly has had problems in most of his music career fondling with kids, fans have come to overlook that due to his creation of hits. Women have always endure the star and loved the videos he has put forth.

With more than 38 million albums sold over the past 20 years, R. Kelly's provocative style and tender ballads have helped to define the sound.

The top 10 best R. Kelly songs. 8. “ It Seems Like You're Ready” 7. “ Feelin' On Yo Booty” 6. “ Ignition (Remix)” 5. “ Down Low” 4. “ I Believe I Can Fly” 3. “ Step In The Name Of Love” 2. “ Bump N' Grind” 1. “ Trapped In The Closet”

Brian McKnight Jr. - Sprung

Brian McKnight Jr. bring Prince Charming back to music with new R&B-centered Pop song ‘Sprung’ 

LOS ANGELES, CA – Brian McKnigt Jr. is a well-known name in the music industry. Best recognized as legendary R&B and Soul artist Brian McKnight’s son, Brian Jr. has left his own indelible mark in music with hit singles and roles in films over the past decade-and-a-half. He’s had a lot of ups-and-downs in his life, but through it all he has maintained an inner drive to spread love and joy to the world through his artistic expression. 

What Happened To R Kelly?

Back in the 90s, R Kelly was known as the king of R&B. He revived a dying genre with his monstrous hits like Bump n Grind, I Believe I Can Fly, and Ignition. Kelly was not only a singer he had a cultural impact, he made R&B mainstream.

Understanding The Greatest Beef In R&B History

Not only do the Wrap-Up Magazine feel R. Kelly should be crowned the King of R&B, he also should go down as being part of R&B's greatest beef of all time!

From Down Low through Busted, R Kelly and Ronald Isley made some of the best hit songs together. If you’re a 90’s R&B head like myself, you’ve probably witnessed the longstanding feud between R. Kelly and Mr. Biggs (Ron Isley). Year after year and song after song these two were at each other’s necks.

King K - Now or Never

King K expertly blends R&B and EDM on emotional new track ‘Now or Never’ 

TORONTO, CANADA – A slow-jam, EDM-inspired R&B vibe is making its way to the world with the hot new single from Canadian artist King K. “Now or Never” is a groovy new single that feels like a new take on the sound made famous by The Weeknd, albeit with a unique sound and style that is all King K. Featuring auto-tuned vocals set against a catchy beat and electronic melodies, “Now or Never” is this young artist’s take on a new approach to R&B.  

Is R. Kelly King Of R&B Or Usher?

R. Kelly has been doing an amazing job lately at dodging court appearances and doing interviews like the one with Mrs. King.

Bobby Brown confidently proclaimed the title of King of R&B as well did Jacquees. Although Usher carry the lead in most hits created, fans seems to love R. Kelly music more.

R. Kelly's first solo album, 12 Play, was released on November 9, 1993, and yielded the singer's first number-one hit, "Bump N' Grind", which spent a record-breaking 12 weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot R&B Singles chart.

Usher has been fearless with his music. These are the two great rnb legends who have been singing for decades, though one, the younger, is more relevant up to present.

Watch this public interview below on Who would you smash. Who do you think is the King of R&B?

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P. Diddy, R. Kelly - Satisfy You #Throwback

 

"Satisfy You", released on October 13, 1999, is a number-one R&B single by American hip-hop artist and producer Puff Daddy and features vocals by American R&B singer-songwriter R. Kelly on the hook. The song spent six weeks at number one on the U.S. R&B chart and peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for three weeks behind "Smooth" by Santana featuring Rob Thomas. 

The song was co-written by both Combs and R. Kelly, with additional writing by R&B singer Kelly Price, who performs backing vocals. The song's beat and bassline is taken from "I Got 5 on It" by Luniz, which itself interpolates Club Nouveau's "Why You Treat Me So Bad" among others. In contrast to the original song's subject matter, which is about marijuana. 

#NewVideo ZaRio “She Don’t Know Love”

ZaRio stands to be an inspiration to others while being himself, a true Gentleman.

ZaRio is an extremely talented artist, producer, and songwriter. Often being compared to music geniuses such as Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, and Brian McKnight, due to the likeness in musical style. The singer, songwriter was classically trained and is educated in the field of R&B by vocal coach, Cynnamyn.


At just 8 years old ZaRio discovered his passion for music. After joining his middle school choir, he found himself falling even more in love with the arts. Fast forward to his teenage years, where he began to leaad and organize the youth in Atlanta as well as other parts of the country.

[Single] Zario 'She Don’t Know Love' (Klubjumpers Remix)

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ZaRio is an extremely talented artist, producer, and songwriter. Often being compared to music geniuses such as Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, and Brian McKnight, due to the likeness in musical style. The singer, songwriter was classically trained and is educated in the field of R&B by vocal coach, Cynnamyn.

Kenny B (@KennyBMusic1) - "Let's Play"

Independent Record Label Bottom2thatop Records artists R&B singer Kenny B a Toledo, Ohio native releases his new hit single "Let's Play". The Ohio R&B singer Kenny B new music & R&B sound is sweeping the world by storm and breaking the Internet. Kenny B is prepping for a breakout career as one of the future talented R&B artists that will create timeless music.

Calvin Ross Remixes Blocboy JB's "Rover" | @CalvinRoss_

Hailing from Tennessee, up and coming R&B artist Calvin Ross unleashes his vicious remix of Blocboy JB's recent single "Rover." Adding a soulful twist to the demented piano keys, Ross flexes his vocal ability from the opening seconds. They say you shouldn't remix a song unless you can make it better and it's obvious with only one listen that Calvin Ross did just that to "Rover." With R&B making a strong comeback in the last 5 years, Ross is another rising name to add to the list of "Artists To Watch." Having been co-signed by P. Diddy himself and received attention from Atlantic Records it's easy to see why Calvin Ross' talent speaks for itself. 

Press play on Rover and also catch up on some of Ross' previous releases below. 

Also be sure to see Calvin Ross live Friday, June 8th in Jackson TN with Yung Bleu

Ticket Link: https://www.songkick.com/concerts/33967734-yung-bleu-at-elite-bar-and-grill

Social Media: 

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/calvinross_

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/calvinross

Official Website: http://www.calvinrossworld.com

Bio:

Calvin Ross is an R&B singer and producer hailing from Tennessee. Calvin began making music when he was 17, right after moving back home to Tennessee from a 6 year stay in Detroit. He acquired a friend’s setup for $100 where he began making beats on Fruity Loops. After becoming acquainted with how to produce his own beats, he took advantage of his talent for singing and turned to recording and mixing. “I didn’t want to release any music until it sounded really good,” he said.

After winning a showcase at P. Diddy’s studio, Daddy’s House, Calvin Ross got to meet with an A&R for Def Jam Recordings where he was further reassured of his talents. After this meeting, he started to pursue his music career more seriously and has since soared to new heights.

Today, Calvin Ross mainly creates Urban R&B, taking inspiration from artists like Michael Jackson, Usher, Ginuwine, and R. Kelly. “The feeling I get when someone genuinely tells me they like my music is the best feeling in the world,” Ross said. “I let the instrumentals talk to me and tell me what to say.”

Growing up in an area of Tennessee where crime and violence is the norm, Calvin Ross has a colorful story to tell–one that continues to make his music stand out from the rest.

So far, he has opened for Avant, Urban Mystic, Snootie Wild, and Blac Youngsta, and he continues to chase his dreams of having his music reach No. 1 on Billboard.

What Happened To #RnB #HipHop Group Pretty Ricky?

 

Their raunchy take on hip hop and r&b clearly exhibited in their lyrics and dance moves made them instant fan favorites. In fact, within just a few short years, they also became industry favorites when they took the crown as the highest-grossing R&B act, at the time, on their label. However, just as quickly as they ascended the ranks, they fell from the top just as fast. Let’s find out what happened to R&B/Hip Hop group Pretty Ricky.

Top 5 Best R. Kelly Songs

Let's not think about all the controversy surrounding R. Kelly at the moment and let's take time to reflect back on his career. R. Kelly has made many hit songs since his rise to fame, so now The Wrap-Up Magazine would like to introduce Kellz Top 5 best music videos.

Robert Kelly is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and former professional basketball player. A native of Chicago, Kelly began performing during the late 1980s and debuted in 1992 with the group Public Announcement.

Sit back and watch some of the best music videos from the R&B singer and be sure to leave a comment below!