Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy
R. Kelly
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Rockland In my life Track Masters You're all I need in my life Make money You're all I need in my life Duece, duece You're all I need in my life Uh huh, yo, yo, yo, yo I remember in the days y'all niggas talking all that shit about keepin' it real But when it comes to this game I'mma play the field Rockland had loot before we signed the deal Haters get in the way and catch the sky like Seal We used to use the streets for the football field In church free lunch was our only meal But now we push whips with Lorenzo wheels Living it up in Beverly Hills [Tone] You know 9 to 5 was only temporary Now the ladies want to find Tone in a hurry Got 'em hittin' notes that Mariah couldn't carry All you player haters going down like Mary Cop the Rolls Royce a player with a choice Ladies stay moist from the sound of my voice The lady killers pass the keys to our villas Rockland, Track Masters top billers [Chorus: x2] Only the loot can make me happy (Nothing but the loot baby) Happy (Show me the loot baby) Happy (Show me the loot) I never thought that I Could make someone like you I felt energized When you went through my groove I'll never let you go no You're so right for me I've got to let you know Forever you and me (The balla's anthem right here) [Chorus] You must be heaven sent Sent into my life And I compliment you honey the money We have a love that's long And true I make you in many ways I've got to roll with you In each and every day [Chorus] You're all I need in my life I don't need no one I don't need no one but you You're all I need in my life I don't need no one I don't need no one but you I said you're all I need in my life I don't need no one I don't need no one but you You're all I need in my life I don't need no one I don't need no one but you [Chorus] You're all I need in my life I said you're all I need in my life
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Written by: BERNARD JACKSON, DAVID TOWNSEND, DAVID L. CONLEY, JEAN CLAUDE OLIVIER, ROBERT S. KELLY, SAMUEL J. BARNES
Lyrics © JELLYBEAN MUSIC GROUP
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13 facts about this song
Release"Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy" is a song by American R&B singer R. Kelly released in the year 2000.
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AlbumThe song was part of R. Kelly's fourth studio album, "TP-2.com," which stands for 'Twelve Play-2.'
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 26 on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, testifying to its popularity.
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Unofficial SingleDespite never being officially released as a single, "Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy" still gained substantial airplay on U.S. radio stations.
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StyleShowcasing R. Kelly's signature blend of R&B and soul, this song features a groovy beat with catchy lyrics that talks about the importance of financial stability.
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Writing and ProductionR. Kelly wrote and produced "Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy," demonstrating his versatile talent as more than just a singer.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised the song for its lyrical content, blending materialistic ideals with R. Kelly's smooth, passionate delivery.
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Notable LyricsOne of the most recognized lyrics from the song is, "It's the loot that makes me happy."
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InspirationThe song's content suggests that R. Kelly wrote it during a time when he may have been reflecting on the role of money and material possessions in bringing happiness.
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Influences"Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy" draws on traditional gospel, funk, and soul influences, typical to many of R. Kelly's successful tracks.
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Cultural ImpactAs an anthem for those who believe in the power of money to achieve happiness, the song has been referenced in pop culture and has made its way into numerous playlists that celebrate material wealth.
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Music VideoLike many of R. Kelly's songs, "Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy" never received an official music video. However, fan-created videos and live performance recordings can be found online.
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Predecessor and SuccessorThe song was immediately preceded by "I Wish" and succeeded by "I Decided" in the album tracklist of "TP-2.com."
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