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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2003
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I am a mountain, 
I am a tall tree, oh
I am a swift wind 
Sweeping the country

I am a river, 
Down in the valley, oh
I am a vision
And I can see clearly

If anybody asks you who I am, just stand up tall, look 'em in the face and say

I'm that star up in the sky
I'm that mountain peak up high
Hey I made it, hmm
I'm the worlds greatest

I'm that little bit of hope
When my back's against the ropes
I can feel it, hmm
I'm the worlds greatest

I am a giant
I am an eagle oh
I am a lion
Down in the jungle
I am a marching band
I am the people oh
I am a helping hand 
I am a hero

If anybody asks you who I am, just stand up tall look 'em in the face and say

I'm that star up in the sky
I'm that mountain peak up high
Hey I made it, hmm
I'm the worlds greatest

I'm that little bit of hope
When my back's against the ropes
I can feel it, hmm
I'm the worlds greatest

In the ring of life,
I'll reign love (i will reign) 
And the world will notice a king (oh, yeah) 
When all is darkness,
I'll shine a light (shine a light) 
And the mirrors of sucesss reflect in me (me)
 
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 ropes
I can feel it (feel it)
I'm the worlds greatest

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 ropes
I can feel it
I'm the worlds greatest

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 ropes
I can feel it
I'm the worlds greatest

(He's the greatest) can you feel it?
(Can you feel it?) he's the greatest
(He's the greatest) can you feel it?
(Can you feel it?) i saw the light
(He's the greatest) at the end of the tunnel
(Can you feel it?) believe in a pot of gold
(He's the greatest) at the end of a rainbow

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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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