

Abuse scandals and court cases Early sexual abuse accusations (1990s–2000s) First reports Illegal marriage (1994) Exposure of child sexual abuse material and indictment (2002) Allegations of child molestation (2009) Second series of accusations (2010s–present) Huffington Post Live interview (2015) Alleged sex cult (2010s) Boycott and industry response Alleged music industry complicity Surviving R.Kelly and "I Believe I Can Fly" 1997–2001: Basketball, R., TP-2.COM, and Rockland Records 2002–2003: The Best of Both Worlds and Chocolate Factory 2004–2005: Unfinished Business, Happy People/U Saved Me and TP.3 Reloaded 2006–2009: Double Up and Untitled, Africa 2010–2012: Epic, Love Letter, throat surgery, and Write Me Back 2013–2016: Black Panties, The Buffet, and 12 Nights of Christmas 2018–2022: "I Admit" Touring career Artistry Musical style and influences Vocal style and lyrical themes Influence Honors and awards Musical career 1989–1996: Born into the 90's, 12 Play and R.
