Thread: R. Kelly To Publish Soulacoaster: The Diary of Me

Awesome! Thanks for the update, Exit.

I really hope he doesn't hold back. The title alone is great.

Originally Posted by soulful.stringz

Does any of these sort of books ever reveal anything 'juicy' (couldn't think of a better word) or what the fans didn't already know?

Not at all. I've recently read Janet Jackson's "True You" book and she didn't reveal anything the public doesn't already know. I've heard that Jay-Z didn't talk about much in his recent book release. So I wouldn't expect R. to reveal much. Especially, any legal matters that he probably isn't even allowed to talk about.

Originally Posted by smile4me

Kelly, blackballed from the industry?! dont understand that one, that's new to me. but this should be for an interesting read. I hope he doesnt alienate ppl by name dropping which I highly doubt anyway. doesnt seem like he would. I will definitely buy it once its released. i'm sure it would be a best seller.

I don't recall R. Kelly ever being blackballed either. He has way too much power to be blackballed. I agree that it will a best seller too.

He's probably going to be on the Tavis Smiley show to promote the book and trust that the interview will be in depth and brilliant.

Originally Posted by mistermaxxx

if he does that than the book will really be sought after.

i mean folks gonna want to now about

the charges

aaliyah

jay z


now the r.kelly fan wants to know about

barry hankerson

jive records

unreleased product


if he has details,places,etc.. it makes the book a must read.

we shall see, we already know he has bombs to drop, but willl he?

To be honest, I seriously do not see him airing out his dirty laundry or industry people. I think he is going to stick close to the truth as much as possible regarding his life.

I think he may just tell about his upbringing, his mom, and maybe the concepts behind each album.

I maintain my position!! Kells should be honest and open. tell all the mothafuckin haters the TRUTH.

Amazon.com: Soulacoaster: The Diary of Me (9781401928353): R. Kelly, David Ritz: Books

Product Description
Who is R. Kelly? Three-time Grammy winner, who has sold more than 35 million records worldwide. Legendary writer and producer, who collaborated with such music icons as Michael Jackson, Celine Dion, Jay-Z, and Aretha Franklin. Visionary cultural messenger, who created the hip hopera phenomenon Trapped in the Closet. Creative genius. Sex symbol. The man who puts the “R” in R&B.

Through the iconic anthem “I Believe I Can Fly” and such sexy R&B mega-hits as “Bump N’ Grind,” “Ignition,” and “When a Woman’s Fed Up,” R. Kelly has proven to be one of the greatest musical talents of his generation. Yet his rollercoaster ride to the top has been as perilous as it has been exhilarating. In Soulacoaster: The Diary of Me, Kelly shares his life story through episodic tales and exclusive color photographs, exploring his meteoric rises and sudden falls.

From the crippling learning disorder that rendered him unable to read or write, to the teacher/mentor who prophesized that his destiny was in music, not basketball, we follow his evolution from Chicago street performer to struggling L.A. musician and beyond. Kelly reveals his hard-won ascent to superstardom and his battle to move forward after legal and personal ordeals that threatened to destroy his life.

Now back at the top, Kelly recounts the surprising twists and turns that have taken him to new heights of maturity and artistry. Part memoir, part keepsake, Soulacoaster unlocks the door to R. Kelly’s story as only he can tell it, promising his fans an intimate and unforgettable ride.
About the Author
R. Kelly, the king of R&B, makes music of epic proportions. After 18 years of stardom, the prolific multi-instrumentalist, producer, and vocalist continues to forge an artistic path that caters to fantasy and captures the hearts of adoring fans. This is, in essence, how an artist sells over 34 million records, and wears the crown of a king. It is this uncanny ability to compose countless classics and deliver electrifying live performances that defines everything that is essential R. Kelly. It’s why he is the recipient of multiple Grammy, Billboard, BMI, and American Music Awards. R. Kelly lives and produces music out of his Chocolate Factory Studio in the heart of Chicago.

November 1.!! Can't wait! The album will probably come out the same wk....

OMG!! definitely cant wait for this. should make for a great read

Front cover is quality, thanks for posting