R. Kelly Case Poses Challenge of Separating Artist From Anthem

It’s perhaps most acute when it comes to “I Believe I Can Fly.”

The dilemma of separating the sides of R&B singer R. Kelly, who faces 10 counts of aggravated sexual abuse, now confronts millions who listen to or perform his music.

It’s perhaps most acute when it comes to “I Believe I Can Fly.” The Grammy-winning ballad released in 1996 has made its way into movies and been performed in countless reality shows and church services, as well as at school concerts and graduation ceremonies. Children are even singing it bilingually.

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