R. Kelly

🎵 "R. Kelly - Happy People / U Saved Me" 💿

2xCD - 1st Japan Press Limited Edition (2004) - Réf: Jive / BMG BVCQ-28006/7

Genre: R&B / Soul / Gospel / Hip Hop Soul / 2000s

Condition: Double album premier pressage japonais, complet et en état exceptionnel.

Discs: NM (Near Mint) | Sleeves, OBI & Insert: NM (Excellent)



🇬🇧 ENGLISH DESCRIPTION:

Offered here is the highly collectible 2004 first Japanese pressing of R. Kelly's ambitious double album "Happy People / U Saved Me". This limited edition set (Jive BVCQ-28006/7) presents the two distinct albums in their own individual jewel cases, housed together within a stunning, custom-made OBI-striped outer box. The first disc, "Happy People", is a celebration of uptempo R&B and soul, featuring the hit "Happy People" and "Step In The Name Of Love". The second disc, "U Saved Me", is a deeply personal gospel and inspirational soul album. This Japanese edition is complete with its original, extensive OBI strip that wraps the box and includes the exclusive Japanese insert. Both CDs are flawless, and the complete box set is in superb, near-mint condition. A monumental and essential piece for any serious R&B, soul, or gospel collection.



🇫🇷 DESCRIPTION FRANÇAISE :

Je propose ici le très recherché premier pressage japonais de 2004 du double album ambitieux de R. Kelly "Happy People / U Saved Me". Cette édition limitée (Jive BVCQ-28006/7) présente les deux albums distincts dans leurs boîtiers cristal individuels, logés ensemble dans une superbe boîte extérieure sur mesure avec bande OBI. Le premier disque, "Happy People", est une célébration de R&B et soul uptempo, avec le hit "Happy People" et "Step In The Name Of Love". Le second disque, "U Saved Me", est un album gospel et soul inspirational profondément personnel. Cette édition japonaise est complète avec sa longue bande OBI originale qui enveloppe la boîte et inclut l'insert japonais exclusif. Les deux CD sont impeccables, et le coffret complet est dans un état superbe, quasi-neuf. Une pièce monumentale et essentielle pour toute collection sérieuse de R&B, soul ou gospel.



Tracklist "Happy People" (CD1):

1. The Greatest Show On Earth (Intro)

2. Happy People

3. Love Street

4. U Saved Me

5. If

6. Steppin' Into Heaven

7. Love Street (Radio Edit)

8. If (Radio Edit)



Tracklist "U Saved Me" (CD2):

1. U Saved Me (Intro)

2. Peace

3. Pray

4. 3-Way Phone Call (feat. Tone & Pimp C)

5. Heavens Eyes

6. If It Wasn't For Your Love

7. Touchin'

8. Be Careful

9. I Surrender

10. When I Think About You

11. The World's Greatest (Bonus Track)



LOTS / BUNDLES AVAILABLE! / LOTS DISPONIBLES !

This is a cornerstone release for 2000s R&B. It pairs perfectly with other Japanese pressings from artists like Luther Vandross, Mary J. Blige, or D'Angelo. Browse my extensive catalog of soul, gospel, and hip-hop soul to create a comprehensive "Soulful 2000s" bundle and optimize your shipping costs.

Il s'agit d'une release fondamentale pour le R&B des années 2000. Elle s'associe parfaitement avec d'autres pressages japonais d'artistes comme Luther Vandross, Mary J. Blige, ou D'Angelo. Parcourez mon catalogue exhaustif de soul, gospel et hip-hop soul pour créer un lot complet "Soulful 2000s" et optimiser vos frais de port.



• Definitive Collector's Edition: 2004 First Japan Press of the double album in its original box set presentation with full-length OBI strip and insert (Ref: BVCQ-28006/7).

• Dual-Album Concept: Contains the classic R&B party album "Happy People" AND the profound gospel album "U Saved Me" in one premium set.

• Bonus Track: The Japanese edition includes the notable bonus track "The World's Greatest" on the "U Saved Me" disc.

• Condition Report: Both CDs are scratch-free and play perfectly (NM). The outer box, OBI, inner jewel cases, and inserts show only the most minimal signs of careful handling, preserving a near-mint aesthetic.

• PROTECTIVE OUTER SLEEVE INCLUDED – This delicate box set will be shipped in a new, oversized archival-quality polylined sleeve, with additional cardboard stabilizers to protect the box corners during transit.



💎 SELLER INFO / INFOS VENDEUR:

• Ultra-Premium Inspection: Each disc and component is individually cleaned, inspected for any defect, and fully play-tested. Box sets are examined for corner integrity and OBI alignment.

• Box Set Specialist Packaging: Shipped in a custom-sized, rigid "double-wall" cardboard mailer with reinforced corners and foam padding, designed specifically to protect box sets from compression and impact.

• Global White-Glove Delivery: Dispatched within 24h. We offer fully tracked, insured, and signature-required shipping options worldwide. Combined order discounts are automatically calculated.

• Collection SKU: 26012301