Slow Dance (Hey Mr. DJ)
R. Kelly · Born Into the 90's [1991]
Slow dance, slow dance
Slow
Hey Mr. DJ
Why don't you slow this party down (slow it down)
The ladies in here are fly
And there's one who's caught my eye
(one who's caught my eye)
I wanna pull her slow to me (pull her slow to me)
And whisper sweet things in her ear, oh yeah
'Cause tonight I'm full of fire baby, oh yeah (full of fire)
And you're the only one my heart desires, baby
[chorus]
You're the only one I wanna slow dance baby
Girl you're the only one
Hey Mr. DJ
Why don't you slow this party down
You're the only one I wanna slow dance baby
Ooh, let the records spin
Now baby take my hand
Let the music play (let the music play)
'Cause I wanna get it on
Put your arms around me baby, oh yeah (arms around me)
And let's start a slow grind, grind
I'm gonna rock 'n rollin' rock it
All night long baby, baby
What you've given me is a feeling so strong, so strong
Feel my nature rise girl (feel my nature rise)
I'm gonna make you feel good tonight
You are the only one
[chorus]
You're the only one I wanna slow dance baby
I wanna slow dance with you baby
DJ, let the records spin around
Real nice and slow yeah
You're the only one I wanna slow dance baby
Baby, let's slow dance
Right now
All you gotta do is take my hand
And let me
Slow
Hey Mr. DJ
Why don't you slow this party down (slow it down)
The ladies in here are fly
And there's one who's caught my eye
(one who's caught my eye)
I wanna pull her slow to me (pull her slow to me)
And whisper sweet things in her ear, oh yeah
'Cause tonight I'm full of fire baby, oh yeah (full of fire)
And you're the only one my heart desires, baby
[chorus]
You're the only one I wanna slow dance baby
Girl you're the only one
Hey Mr. DJ
Why don't you slow this party down
You're the only one I wanna slow dance baby
Ooh, let the records spin
Now baby take my hand
Let the music play (let the music play)
'Cause I wanna get it on
Put your arms around me baby, oh yeah (arms around me)
And let's start a slow grind, grind
I'm gonna rock 'n rollin' rock it
All night long baby, baby
What you've given me is a feeling so strong, so strong
Feel my nature rise girl (feel my nature rise)
I'm gonna make you feel good tonight
You are the only one
[chorus]
You're the only one I wanna slow dance baby
I wanna slow dance with you baby
DJ, let the records spin around
Real nice and slow yeah
You're the only one I wanna slow dance baby
Baby, let's slow dance
Right now
All you gotta do is take my hand
And let me
Slow Dance (Hey Mr. DJ)
R. Kelly's "Slow Dance (Hey Mr. DJ)" serves as a vibrant centerpiece on his 1991 debut album, Born Into the 90's. Released during the height of the R&B boom, the track exemplifies Kelly's signature blend of smooth vocals and rhythmic sophistication. The song captures the essence of late-night dance floors, inviting listeners to move with a sense of playful urgency. As a defining recording from his early career, it showcases his ability to craft catchy hooks and emotive melodies that resonated with audiences across the United States. This track remains a testament to the energetic sound of early 90s hip-hop and R&B, cementing Kelly's status as a leading figure in the genre.