
There’s no word yet on additional shows that may be added. So, if you live in Nashville, Brooklyn, Chicago Milwaukee or Minneapolis, you’re in luck. However, he is only doing a small number of dates. Kelly to go on tour in support of 12 Days of Christmas. Kelly that is arguably the most influential male R&B artist of the last 20 years or more. He closes out the holiday CD with the mellow, yet poignant title track, “12 Days of Christmas”. Kelly’s music has spanned nearly three decades. This song showcases one of the many reasons R. He simply asks, “What about some Christmas lovin’ babe?” The lyrics are minimalist here, but rightfully so. “Christmas Lovin'” ushers in an old school, deeper soul vibe. Think “Step In The Name Of Love” for Christmas.

The production on the song offers one of the more uptempo dance numbers. On “The Greatest Gift”, he cleverly sites all of the reasons why his lady is the reason for his joy in the holiday season. Kelly knows how to show appreciation for his woman. He recounts all of the fun things like playing in the snow, exhibiting generosity and delicious treats during the holidays. The delicate ballad “Once Upon A Time” sounds like an instant Christmas classic. This is one of the standout tracks and his tone is reminiscent of Stevie Wonder here. “I’m Sending You My Love For Christmas” is one many listeners (including myself) will surely repeat. Claus and then demands that she unwraps her present: him. Jones” (originally performed by Billy Paul). Kelly croons here to the tune of “Me and Mrs. I can easily see this one being a big hit for the holiday season. He details his plans to surprise the one he loves for the holidays.

“Home for Christmas” is a smooth love song that sounds like classic R. He opens the set with “My Wish for Christmas”, his plea to better the world and lift the spirits of the less fortunate. I was a bit skeptical of the music on his holiday CD. He surprised me with his new music though.ġ2 Night of Christmas features 12 original songs from R. The title alone is cause to snicker, as it brings to mind his breakthrough release, 12 Play. The project is his 14th studio album, but his first full length Christmas album. Kelly got it right on 12 Nights of Christmas. The CDs that followed were either too one dimensional or beneath his caliber for my taste. Kelly CD that received heavy playback on my iPod.
