Snake (song)

"Snake" is a song by American recording artist R. Kelly, featuring Cam'ron and Big Tigger, from his fifth studio album, Chocolate Factory. It was released on December 15, 2003, by Jive Records as the second single from the album. The R&B song with latin music inspiration was written and produced by R. Kelly, and co-written by Darian Morgan, as a tribute to Stevie Wonder's musical experimentation. The song also inspired the dancehall reggae riddim called Baghdad.

"Snake" achieved moderate success, reaching number sixteen at the United States' Hot 100, and the tenth position on the United Kingdom. A special double-A-side edition with "Thoia Thoing" was also released. The maxi-single charted at number ten in the Netherlands, number thirty in France, number sixteen in Australia and at number eighteen in Switzerland. A remix with actor and musician Cam'ron was also released.

Background and composition

	"Snake" A 22 second sample of the song's chorus, which features R. Kelly singing over a latin-inspired melody.
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"Snake" was written and produced by R. Kelly, and co-written by Darian Morgan.^[1] It is a R&B song with latin music inspiration,^[2] and elements of urban pop and new jack swing.^[1] "Snake" is four minutes and fifty-one seconds long. The song is composed in the key of A♭ major and is set in time signature of common time with a tempo of 92 beats per minute. R. Kelly vocal range spans from C♯₄ to F♯₅.^[1] Andrew McGregor of BBC revealed that "Snake" was written in "tribute to Stevie [Wonder]'s musical experimentation".^[2]

Promotion

R. Kelly and Big Tigger performed the song together during many live performances (including at Madison Square Garden in New York on the penultimate concert) during his 2003 tour ^[3] and during the 2003 BET Awards. "Snake" received a special double A-side edition with "Thoia Thoing". The maxi-single charted at number ten in the Netherlands, number thirty in France, number sixteen in Australia and at number eighteen in Switzerland.^[4] A remix with Cam'ron was also released.

Remix controversy

Cam'ron took R. Kelly to court in 2005 due to claims that he did not receive proper credit for his work on a remix of the song. Cam'ron filed a federal lawsuit in New York. He had apparently written the introduction to the remix, as well as a part of the third verse but his songwriting contribution was not mentioned in the copyright when the song was featured on The R. in R&B Collection, Vol. 1, a greatest-hits album.^[5]

Track listing

European CD single^[6]

"Snake" (Radio Edit) — 4:20
"Snake" (Remix Featuring Big Tigger and Cam'ron) — 4:40
"Dream Girl" — 3:57
"Snake" (Music Video) — 4:14

12" Vinyl^[7]

"Snake" (Radio Edit) — 4:20
"Dream Girl" — 3:57
"Snake" (Remix Featuring Big Tigger and Cam'ron) — 4:40

CD single^[8]

"Snake" (Radio Edit) — 4:20
"Snake" (Radio Edit Without Rap) — 3:34
"Snake" (Instrumental) — 4:52

Charts

Chart (2003)	Peak position
Canadian Singles Chart	23
Irish Singles Chart	18
UK Singles Chart	10^[9]
U.S. Billboard Hot 100	16^[10]
U.S. Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs	9^[10]

Credits and personnel

R. Kelly – vocals, audio mixing, producer, songwriter
Big Tigger - vocals
Darian Morgan - songwriter
Donnie Lyle – instruments
Rodney East – instruments
Abel Garibaldi - programming
Andy Gallas - programming
Ian Mereness - programming

Jason Mlodzinski - programming
Nathan Wheeler - programming
Steve Bearsley - programming
Larry Phillabaum – engineering
Tim Roberts – engineering
John Hanes – engineering
Serban Ghenea – audio mixing
Swizz Beatz – audio mixing

Credits adapted from CD single liner notes.^[11]

References

↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "R. Kelly Snake – Digital Sheet Music". Music Notes. Universal Music Publishing Group. Retrieved February 6, 2010.
↑ 2.0 2.1 McGregor, Andrew (March 7, 2003). "Review of R. Kelly—Chocolate Factory". BBC Music. British Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved March 23, 2009.
↑ "R. Kelly plays Madison Square Garden". MTV News. MTV. August 25, 2003. Retrieved May 23, 2009.
↑ "R. Kelly - Thoia Thoing". Hung Median. Retrieved May 23, 2009.
↑ Vineyard, Jennifer (September 29, 2005). "Cam'ron takes R. Kelly to court". MTV News (MTV). Retrieved May 23, 2009.
↑ "Amazon.com: Snake: R. Kelly, Single, Import: Music". Jive. January 27, 2004. Retrieved February 28, 2011.
↑ (12" Vinyl liner notes). "Snake". R. Kelly. 82876547231.
↑ "Amazon.com: Snake: R. Kelly, Featuring Big Tigger: Music". Jive. December 15, 2003. Retrieved February 28, 2011.
↑ "R Kelly featuring Big Tigger - Snake". Chart Stats. Retrieved May 23, 2009.
↑ 10.0 10.1 "Artist Chart History—R. Kelly". Billboard.com. Billboard. Retrieved 23 May 2009.
↑ Snake (Liner Notes [CD, Single]). R. Kelly. Jive Records. 2003. JDJ-40115-2.

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Discography

Born into the 90's	"She's Got That Vibe" "Honey Love" "Slow Dance (Hey Mr. DJ)" "Dedicated" "Hey Love (Can I Have a Word)"

12 Play	"Sex Me (Parts I and II)" "Bump n' Grind" "Your Body's Callin'" "Summer Bunnies"

R. Kelly	"You Remind Me of Something" "Down Low (Nobody Has to Know)" "Thank God It's Friday" "I Can't Sleep Baby (If I)"

R.	"I Believe I Can Fly" "Gotham City" "Half on a Baby" "Home Alone" "I'm Your Angel" "When a Woman's Fed Up" "Did You Ever Think" "If I Could Turn Back the Hands of Time" "Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy"

TP-2.com	"I Wish" "The Storm Is Over Now" "Fiesta" "Feelin' on Yo Booty" "A Woman's Threat"

Chocolate Factory	"The World's Greatest" "Ignition (Remix)" "Snake" "Step in the Name of Love"

The R. in R&B Collection, Vol. 1	"Thoia Thoing"

Happy People/U Saved Me	"Happy People" "U Saved Me"

TP.3 Reloaded	"In the Kitchen" "Trapped in the Closet (Chapter 1)" "Playa's Only" "Slow Wind" "Burn It Up"

Double Up	"I'm a Flirt (Remix)" "Same Girl" "Rock Star"

Untitled	"Supaman High" "Number One" "Religious" "Echo"

Love Letter	"When a Woman Loves" "Love Letter" "Radio Message" "Number One Hit"

Write Me Back	"Share My Love" "Feelin' Single" "When A Man Lies"

Black Panties	"My Story" "Genius" "Cookie" "Throw Money On You"

Other singles	"Take You Home With Me (A.K.A. Body)" "Honey" "Big Chips" "Hair Braider" "Skin" "I Believe" "Sign of a Victory" "To the World"

Featured singles	"Be Careful" "Satisfy You" "Contagious" "We Thuggin'" "Gigolo" "Hotel" "Gangsta Girl" "So Sexy" "So Sexy: Chapter II (Like This)" "Wonderful" "That's That Shit" "Go Getta" "Speedin'" "All the Above" "Ms. Chocolate" "Throwin' My Money" "We Been On" "Do What U Want" "PYD"

Soundtrack singles	"I Believe I Can Fly" "Gotham City" "Bad Man" "World's Greatest "Quit Actin'" "I Believe" "Christmas, I'll Be Steppin'"

Non singles	"TP-2" "R&B Thug" "Heaven I Need a Hug" "Shut Up

Singles written and/or produced by R. Kelly	"Back & Forth" At Your Best" "Stroke You Up" "Age Ain't Nothing but a Number" "Down with the Clique" "The Thing I Like" "No One Knows How to Love Me Quite Like You Do" "Foolin' Around" "You Are Not Alone" "I Don't Want To" "Fortunate" "Cry" "Contagious" "One More Chance" "Any Time, Any Place" "Bump, Bump, Bump" "Hell Yeah" "Outrageous" "Out of this Club" "I Look To You" "Celebrate"

Category:R. Kelly songs Category:Songs written by R. Kelly

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Discography

Albums	Confessions of Fire S.D.E. Come Home with Me Purple Haze Killa Season Crime Pays

Collaboration albums	Diplomatic Immunity Heat In Here Vol. 1 Gunz n' Butta

Compilation albums	Children of the Corn: The Collector's Edition

Singles	"Horse & Carriage" "Let Me Know" "What Means The World To You" "Welcome to New York City" "Oh Boy" "Hey Ma" "Down and Out"

Featured singles	"Banned from T.V." "Boy (I Need You)" "Dipset (Santana's Town)" "Certified Gangstas" "Crunk Muzik"

Filmography	Paper Soldiers Paid in Full State Property 2 Killa Season

Other songs	"Gone" "I Am Your Leader"

Related articles	Children of the Corn The Diplomats Diplomat Records

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