R. Kelly Reveals He’s Written 25 Albums While Serving Prison Sentence

The disgraced R&B singer discussed his music, prison life, and hopes for release in a rare podcast interview.

R. Kelly, currently serving a 30-year sentence for federal racketeering and sex trafficking convictions, appeared on the podcast 'Inmate Tea with A&P.'
During the interview, Kelly performed snippets of his songs 'When a Woman’s Fed Up' and 'Step in the Name of Love.'
He revealed that he has written 25 albums while in prison, describing singing as an 'incurable, beautiful disease.'
Kelly stated he is focused on securing his release and is using 'patience as a tactic' while navigating the appeals process.
The singer also commented on prison conditions, including inconsistent food quality, but emphasized his continued passion for music.