Your Body's Callin'

R. Kelly

About Your Body's Callin'

"Your Body's Callin" is a 1994 single by R. Kelly from his album 12 Play. The song peaked at number 13 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and reached the top 40 in New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Kelly also released a remix as a B-side to the single featuring his protégé Aaliyah called the "Your Body's Calling His N Hers Mix".


Year:
1998
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I hear you callin', "Here I come baby"
To save you, oh oh
Baby no more stallin'
These hands have been longing to touch you baby
And now that you've come around, to seein' it my way
You won't regret it baby, and you surely won't forget it baby
It's unbelieveable how your body's calling for me
I can just hear it callin' callin' for me

My body's callin' for you
My body's callin' for you
My body's callin' for you
My body's callin' for you

Tell me, what's your desire
Baby your wish is my deal oh yes it is baby
Let me take you higher
Show you how you should feel, baby
Oh So we speak now and forever hold your body
Whatever it is you want from me, baby
You see you don't have to say nothing
Knowing your body wants something
And it's easy for me to see
That your body's callin' for me

My body's callin' for you
My body's callin' for you
My body's callin' for you
My body's callin' for you

I'm listening baby
I hear you callin' me
I'm listening baby
I hear you callin' me
I'm listening baby
I hear you callin' me
I'm listening baby
I hear you callin' me

My body's callin' for you
I hear you callin' me
My body's callin' for you
I hear you callin' me
My body's callin' for you
I hear you callin' me
My body's callin' for you

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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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12 facts about this song

Release Details
"Your Body's Callin'" was released on May 10, 1994, as the third single from R. Kelly's debut solo studio album, "12 Play".
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was a huge success on the R&B charts, where it reached number 2.
Song Recognition
"Your Body's Callin'" received a Grammy Award nomination in 1995 for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance.
Music Video Direction
The music video for the song was directed by Millicent Shelton, who also directed music videos for Mary J. Blige and A Tribe Called Quest.
Featured in a Film
"Your Body's Callin'" was featured in the 1994 film, "A Low Down Dirty Shame".
Song Interpretation
The song is classic R&B, with sultry lyrics presenting the singer’s desperate plea to get intimate with his lover.
Remix Version
R. Kelly released a remix as a duet with American R&B singer Aaliyah; the remix is called "Your Body's Callin' His & Hers Mix".
Song Influence
R. Kelly's sensual and passionate vocal delivery on this song has been hugely influential in shaping the contemporary R&B genre.
Collaboration with Artists
Known for his work with other artists, "Your Body’s Callin'" features additional vocals by Anthony and Ronald B. "Have Mercy" Smith, who are collectively known as Vegas Cats.
Songwriting and Production
Not just a performer, R. Kelly wrote and produced "Your Body's Callin'", showcasing his broad range of talents within the music industry.
Impact on Career
The success of "Your Body's Callin'" along with other hits from the album "12 Play" established R. Kelly as one of the top new R&B artists of the 90s.
Controversies
Despite its success, the song's suggestive nature led to some controversy and criticism, reflecting broader debates about sex and morality in popular music.

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