Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy

R. Kelly

About Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy

"Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy" is a song performed by R&B musician R. Kelly and Poke & Tone from Trackmasters Entertainment. The song was written and produced by R. Kelly and the Trackmasters. The song heavily samples the 1987 Surface's song "Happy". It was released as a single in the UK in May 23, 2000 and peaked at number 24 in the UK Singles Chart.


Year:
2000
4:16
31 
#2

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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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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: 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.
Album
The song was part of R. Kelly's fourth studio album, "TP-2.com," which stands for 'Twelve Play-2.'
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 26 on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, testifying to its popularity.
Unofficial Single
Despite never being officially released as a single, "Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy" still gained substantial airplay on U.S. radio stations.
Style
Showcasing 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.
Writing and Production
R. Kelly wrote and produced "Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy," demonstrating his versatile talent as more than just a singer.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the song for its lyrical content, blending materialistic ideals with R. Kelly's smooth, passionate delivery.
Notable Lyrics
One of the most recognized lyrics from the song is, "It's the loot that makes me happy."
Inspiration
The 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.
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.
Cultural Impact
As 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.
Music Video
Like 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.
Predecessor and Successor
The song was immediately preceded by "I Wish" and succeeded by "I Decided" in the album tracklist of "TP-2.com."

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