Down Low (Nobody Has To Know)
R. Kelly
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Listen girl you want me but he needs you Yet you're tellin' me that everything is cool Tryin' to convince me baby to do as you say Just go along and see things your way [Chorus] And keep it on the down low, nobody has to know We can keep it on the down low, nobody has to know Secret lovers is what you wanna be While making love to him, girl you're silently calling on me What is a man to do in a situation like this? I feel there is something that I don't wanna miss [Chorus: x2] Beautiful you are but you're his by far Comin' by my way drivin' his fancy car Making plans to be in my life forever Tell me, tell me that we'll always be together [Chorus: x2] Listen babe I won't whisper a word
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6 facts about this song
General Information"Down Low (Nobody Has to Know)" is a song written and produced by American R&B artist R. Kelly and performed by Kelly and the Isley Brothers.
- The song was released on December 15, 1995, as part of R. Kelly's self-titled album.
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Chart Performance"Down Low (Nobody Has to Know)" peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 charts, making it one of R. Kelly's highest-charting singles.
- The song was extremely successful on the R&B charts as well. It held the number one spot on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs for seven weeks.
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Music VideoAn iconic music video for the song was directed by Hype Williams, featuring an elaborate affair and a tragic ending.
- R&B artist Ronald Isley plays the character known as "Mr. Biggs" for the first time in the video, leading to several later collaborations and a recurring narrative.
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AccoladesIn 1997, "Down Low" received a nomination for a Grammy award in the Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals category.
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Cultural ImpactThe catchphrase "Keep it on the down low" found widespread usage in popular culture after the release of this song.
- The secrecy theme portrayed in the song and its video has been referenced in various subsequent songs and media, highlighting its lasting cultural impact.
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ControversyR. Kelly’s image was later tarnished by numerous legal troubles and serious allegations including sexual misconduct, casting a shadow over his music, including "Down Low (Nobody Has to Know)."
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