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Who sang The World's Greatest?

Release date: 2003

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R. Kelly released the song The World's Greatest. Date of release: 2003.

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The song is about the protagonist who is very confident and feels he can overcome any obstacle. He compares himself to things like a mountain, a big tree, a fast wind, a river, a lion, an eagle and a hero. He says that he is the greatest in the world and that he is like a bit of hope when things are hard. He believes in himself and thinks he can do anything.

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R. Kelly - Short Biography

Robert Sylvester Kelly, better known as R. Kelly, is an American musician, convicted felon, racketeer and sex offender. He has sold over 75 million records worldwide and has won three Grammys for his song "I Believe I Can Fly". He was also nominated for his song "You Are Not Alone," recorded by Michael Jackson. Although critics have dubbed him the "King of Rhythm and Blues" and he has called himself the "Pied Piper of Rhythm and Blues," Kelly has a controversial past, marked by numerous allegations of abuse and sexual misconduct.

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"The World's Greatest" is a popular R&B song written and performed by American artist R. Kelly. It was originally featured on the soundtrack of the film Ali and was also included in bootleg copies of R. Kelly's unreleased album Loveland, which later became a Chocolate Factory bonus disc. The single was released in November 2001 and became a hit in Europe, reaching the top 20 in nine countries and peaking at number two in the Netherlands and number four in the UK. In the United States, the song reached number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song is a tribute to self-confidence, encouraging listeners to realize their potential and become "the best in the world.

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