Already Taken
R. Kelly · Other Songs - R. Kelly
thought I'd never fall in love (what what)
Then there was you (what what)
And I don't wanna be a player no more
Every night in the club trickin with a different girl
thought I'd never fall in love (what what)
Then I met you (what what)
Girl you changed my mind
Walk up in the club
Saw her in the club
At first sight I fell in love
I'm not supposed to be falling in love
Cause I'm a hustler and a player
But she has the baddest body to me
Prettiest eyes I ever did see
Her smile had me going as soon as she did it
Cause shawty got a booty and man I gotta hit it
Lil' mama doing her thing and I love it
On the phone making the swing and I love it
Get close and she don't mind when I rub it
And I can hit it when I want it
She might be my lover
She makes me want no other
She don't care if I go to the strip club
She wanna go too
I never met a girl like you that makes me want to settle down
Every night up in the club getting money with the thugs
thought I'd never fall in love (what what)
Then there was you (what what)
And I don't wanna be a player no more
Every night in the club trickin with a different girl
thought I'd never fall in love (what what)
Then I met you (what what)
Girl you changed my mind
Imma spend my money on her
Pop champagne in the club with her
Hit the mall and take her shopping
I don't know, maybe some diamonds for her
Cause she deserves a real balla in her life
And I'm that man
So if you feel me ladies
Let me see your hands
She might be my lover
She makes me want no other
She don't care if I go to the strip club
She wanna go too
I never met a girl like you that makes me want to settle down
Every night up in the club getting money with the thugs
thought I'd never fall in love (what what)
Then there was you (what what)
And I don't wanna be a player no more
Every night in the club trickin with a different girl
thought I'd never fall in love (what what)
Then I met you (what what)
Girl you changed my mind
Cause none of these chicks can fuck with my baby
None of these chicks can fuck with my baby
And none of these chicks can fuck with my baby
Fuck with my baby, fuck with my baby
None of these chicks can fuck with my baby
None of these chicks can fuck with my baby
None of these chicks can fuck with my baby
Fuck with my baby, fuck with my baby
Every night up in the club getting money with the thugs
thought I'd never fall in love (what what)
Then there was you (what what)
And I don't wanna be a player no more
Every night in the club trickin with a different girl
thought I'd never fall in love (what what)
Then I met you (what what)
Girl you changed my mind
Already Taken
R. Kelly's "Already Taken" stands as a defining track from his mid-2000s period, showcasing his signature blend of R&B sensibilities and soulful vocal delivery. Released during a time when Kelly was navigating both commercial success and significant personal challenges, the song reflects themes of heartbreak and resilience that became central to his public narrative. The recording features his characteristic smooth tone layered with lush production, capturing the emotional intensity often found in his work from the early 2000s through the 2010s. As part of his broader discography, the track exemplifies his ability to craft melodies that resonate deeply with listeners, blending pop structures with gospel-inflected harmonies. It remains a notable example of his contribution to contemporary R&B, highlighting his status as a prolific and influential artist whose voice continues to define the genre's landscape.