R Kelly World Greatest

[Roxanna Fitting]

Thesong was about Mahammed Ali as yoyofella just stated. Mahammed Ali would always say "I'm the Worlds greatest" as in boxer... Not Athlet. And let's all face it, he is. No one was as good a boxer or ever will be than Mahammed Ali. That's what this song is about. How no one will ever be as great a boxer as Mahammed Ali. If you watch the music video for this song, R. Kelly is playing a boxer (Mahammed Ali) and he gets into the ring and the song starts. It's a great song dedicated to Mahammed Ali.

You guys have the wrong idea, think about what colors show, what is the artist trying to tell you by only showing red white and blue? What do you think the purpose was in showing the US army, the doctors and women and children of America. Fire-fighters & policemen of AMERICA. What is he showing by wearing American-flag-print attire, and everyone in the audience holding American flags.

I'm thinkin you probably mean Rapper, not Raper. If he were the world's greatest raper, this song would be quite distasteful. :-) Also, just to be REALLY picky, you don't really hear R Kelly rapping all that much, do you? He's more of a singer. Have a nice day!

It is with great pleasure and honor that we induct Kelly Slater, without an equal in any era and the greatest, most accomplished surfer to ever step on a surfboard, into the Space Cost Sports Hall of Fame.

As a perennial amateur champion, which included six Eastern Surfing Association and four national titles, Slater and his brother Sean started to appear in board-shorts ads in the mid-80s, and when he was ready to join the pro ranks in 1990, he was one of the most recognizable athletes in the sport of surfing.

He not only won the WCT, but also ushered in a new creative and more aggressive and explosive style of surfing, which the best surfers in the world envied, studied and tried to emulate. With Slater, the wave no longer dictated the ride.

I have always said Kelly is the best surfer I have ever seen and I have been with some of the best but in my heart He is the best surfer ever!! I was priviledged to build his first Surfboard and watch him grow up at our street now abtly named Slater Way. Such a deserving gentleman and just a very nice person. To say he is a one in a million talent is to highly underestimate his amazing talent. and a zero handicapper

R. Kelly's song 'The World's Greatest' is a powerful anthem of self-belief and resilience. The lyrics are a celebration of inner strength and the ability to overcome adversity. The song opens with a series of metaphors that compare the singer to natural and majestic elements like a mountain, a tall tree, and a swift wind. These images convey a sense of grandeur and unyielding strength, setting the tone for the rest of the song.

The chorus reinforces this message of self-empowerment. By declaring 'I'm that star up in the sky' and 'I'm that mountain peak up high,' the singer asserts his place in the world as someone who has achieved greatness. The repetition of 'I'm the world's greatest' serves as a mantra, encouraging listeners to adopt a similar mindset. The line 'I'm that little bit of hope when my back's against the ropes' is particularly poignant, suggesting that even in the face of challenges, there is always a glimmer of hope to hold onto.

The song also touches on themes of leadership and heroism. Phrases like 'I am a giant, I am an eagle' and 'I am a helping hand, I am a hero' highlight the singer's role as a figure of inspiration and support for others. The imagery of reigning love in the 'ring of life' and shining a light in the darkest moments further emphasizes the transformative power of self-belief and positivity. Overall, 'The World's Greatest' is a motivational anthem that encourages listeners to recognize their own potential and strive for greatness, no matter the obstacles they face.

"One grant will expand arts programs for schoolchildren on Chicago's South Side. The other will bring some of the world's greatest dancers and choreographers to the south suburbs," Kelly said. "I support the arts because they bring beauty into our lives and strengthen our ties as people."

"We are honored that the NEA has recognized GSU's commitment to art. All students, no matter what their majors, benefit from integrating the visual and performing arts into their daily lives," said GSU President Elaine Maimon.

Meanwhile, the South Chicago Art Center received $20,000 to provide free art instruction by professional art educators in a variety of mediums during school hours, after-school and on weekends at local community centers, libraries and schools. The programs will target inner-city, low-income youth, in addition to the out-of-school and in-school programs such as Street SmARTs and School SmARTs.

"The South Chicago Art Center is thrilled to receive $20,000 to support free arts programming to young people. In addition to the financial support, this grant is also a significant endorsement of the vital work we do every day in the South Chicago neighborhood," said Sarah Ward, executive director of the South Chicago Art Center.

NEA was established by Congress in 1965 as an independent agency of the federal government. To date, it has awarded more than $5 billion to support artistic excellence, creativity, and innovation for the benefit of individuals and communities.

In 1992, Kelly Slater became the youngest person ever inducted into the Surfing Hall of Fame at age 23. In 1996, he became the youngest ever inducted into the International Surfing Hall of Fame at 27 years old.

He is a three-time world champion, and has won over 70 professional competitions. He's also one of the only people ever to win all three surfing titles: ASP World Tour Champion, Triple Crown of Surfing, and Pipeline Masters.

Slater's dominance during this period was so complete that people began calling him "The King" because no one could beat him. In 2003, he lost twice before retiring from competition for seven years. But when he came back he was still amazing. Slater won five more titles during his second stint on tour before finally bowing out for good after winning his 11th world title at age 38.

A three-time world champion, he is a legend in his field. This is why Mark Richards is such a fascinating and gifted figure in the history of surfing. In the water, Richards does things his own way.

The nimble, fluid, and inventive wave rider might all of a sudden become a ferocious power surfer. Mark Richards left behind an unparalleled legacy. He was even dubbed "the complete surfer." Richards is a significant part of Australian surfing history and culture.

At the age of 13, surfing prodigy Bethany Hamilton had already made headlines. She was amazing on a surfboard and would do anything to win. However, on October 31, 2003, while surfing off the coast of Hawaii, Bethany Hamilton experienced a devastating setback.

She started surfing competitively and earning awards and sponsorships in 2007, fulfilling a lifelong passion. Soul Surfer, a movie based on Bethany Hamilton's 2004 best-selling autobiography, was released in 2011. She is an inspiration to many in the surfing world.

Many people consider Duke Kahanamoku to be the person who first popularized modern surfing. The "Big Kahuna" is widely regarded as the greatest surfer of all time, making him the epitome of the stereotypical surfer dude.

He learned to surf at age six on a trip to Hawaii with his family, following in his father Pat Curren's footsteps. Many surfers attribute much of their own skills to having studied countless hours of Curren's films.

Besides hanging around with his four kids, Curren enjoys playing guitar and listening to music. He's been experimenting with new surfboard designs and forms lately. Although he is most at home in the Santa Barbara surf, Curren still travels the globe in search of the best waves.

Hamilton is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the water, whether it's riding waves that are 30 feet high or swimming through 30-foot-deep channels between two islands. He holds multiple Guinness World Records for these feats, including one for being able to remain underwater for over 18 minutes at a time.

At the young age of three, Shane's parents launched "Dorian's," a beachfront eatery. As a result, he found solace in the ocean. Dorian learned to boogie board on the Big Island, alongside Mike Stewart, a future bodyboarding and body surfing champion.

During his teenage years, he divided his recreational time, surf training, and schooling between the North Shore of Oahu (winter season) and Hawaii's Big Island. Shane first traveled abroad to England at the age of 12 to represent Hawaii in the World Amateur Championships.

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