World's Greatest

R. Kelly

About World's Greatest

"The World's Greatest" is a song written and recorded by R&B singer R. Kelly. The song was originally featured on the soundtrack to the film Ali, and also appeared on bootleg copies of Kelly's unreleased album, Loveland, which later became a bonus disc to Chocolate Factory. Released as a single in February 2002, "The World's Greatest" became a major hit in Europe, reaching number two in the Netherlands, number four in the United Kingdom, and the top 20 in nine other European countries. In the United States, it peaked at number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100. 


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I am a mountain
I am a tall tree
ohhhhh
I am a swift wind sweeping the country
I am a river down in the valley
ohhhhh
I'm a vision and I can see clearly

If anybody asks you who I am
Just stand up tall
Look'em at the face and say
ay
Refrain:
I'm that star up in the sky
I'm that mountain peak up high
Hey I made it
I'm the worlds greatest
I'm that little bit of hope
When my back's against the rope
I can feel it I'm the worlds greatest

I am a gaint
I am an eagle
ohhhhhh
I am a lion down in the jungle
I am a marching band
I am the people
ohhhh
I am a helping hand
I am a hero

If anybody asks you who I am
Just stand up tall
Look'em at the face and say

Refrain:

Bridge 1:
I'm that star up in the sky (oohhhhh)
I'm that mountain(peak up high)peak up high
Hey I made It (I said I made it)
im the worlds greatest( I'm that little bit)
I'm that little bit of hope (ohhhhhhohhhh)
When my back's against the wall (when my back's against the ropes)
I can feel it( I can feel it)
I'm the worlds greatest

Bridge 2:
oooohhhhhhhhhhh
I'm that star up in the sky (star up in the sky)
I'm that mountain peak up high (oh yes I am)
Hey I made It ( I made it)
im the worlds greatest( I'm that little bit of hope)
I'm that little bit of hope (ohhhhhhohhhh)
When my back's against the wall (when my back's against the ropes)
I can feel it( I can feel it)
I'm the worlds greatest

again first bridge

His the greatest (his the greatest)
His the greatest can you feel it

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R. Kelly

Robert Sylvester Kelly (born January 8, 1967), known by his stage name R. Kelly, is an American singer-songwriter and record producer. Often referred to as the King of R&B, Kelly is recognized as one of the most successful R&B artists of all-time. A native of Chicago, Illinois, Kelly began performing during the late 1980s and debuted in 1992 with the group Public Announcement. In 1993, Kelly went solo with the album 12 Play. He is known for a collection of major hit singles including "Bump n' Grind", "Your Body's Callin'", "I Believe I Can Fly", "Gotham City", "Ignition (Remix)", "If I Could Turn Back the Hands of Time", "The World's Greatest", "I'm a Flirt", and the hip-hopera "Trapped in the Closet". In 1998, Kelly won three Grammy Awards for "I Bel… more »

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Written by: Robert S. Kelly

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"World's Greatest" was released as a single by R. Kelly on January 22, 2002.
Album Inclusion
The song is included in R. Kelly's fifth studio album "Chocolate Factory."
Song Meaning
"World's Greatest" is an inspirational song that encourages listeners to believe in themselves and to consider what they can do to be the best in their own lives.
Chart Performance
The song reached the top ten in the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number two. It also ranked in the top 40 in the United States on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Tribute Aspect
The song was originally featured on the soundtrack of the 2001 movie "Ali," as a tribute to boxer Muhammad Ali.
Songwriters
R.Kelly himself wrote and produced "World's Greatest."
Grammy Nomination
"World's Greatest" song was nominated for Best R&B Vocal Performance for Male category in 2003 Grammy Awards.
Versatility
The song has been employed in various social contexts including charity initiatives and sports events due to its uplifting message.
Music Video
The music video of the song pays homage to historic figures like Nelson Mandela, Mother Teresa, and Martin Luther King Jr.
Cover Versions
Several artists including Puff Daddy have covered "World's Greatest," providing versions of the song across various musical genres.

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