"I Believe" is an
inspirational R&B ballad
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by
American
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singer
R. Kelly
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. The song initially appeared on the ''
Osmosis Jones soundtrack'' in 2001 but was later re-written and re-arranged in order to become an anthem for U.S. President
Barack Obama
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's
inauguration. The non-album song was released via
Amazon.com
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on December 16, 2008 and appeared later on the compilations ''
Playlist: The Very Best of R. Kelly'' and ''
Epic''.
The song has received positive reviews from fans and critics alike.
Charts
References
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Pop ballads
Contemporary R&B ballads
R. Kelly songs
Songs written by R. Kelly
Song recordings produced by R. Kelly
2008 singles
2001 songs
Jive Records singles
Osmosis Jones