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R. Kelly And Keri Hilson Wear Michael Jackson Jackets In New Video

By | Hip-Hop Media Training – Sun, Aug 16, 2009 6:32 PM EDT

R. Kellyand Keri Hilson payhomage to the late MichaelJackson in the video for their duet, "NumberOne," which premieres on Yahoo! Music Tuesday.

In one of the scenes in the 3-minute clip, the duo, whodubbed themselves R. Keri for this effort, wears specially made jackets thathave Michael's trademark sparkling effect.

"It's in honor of Michael Jackson," R. Kelly said during the"Number One (Behind The Scenes)" video. "Don't nobody get the wrong impressionand try to make it negative. I love my man. I will rep him for the rest of mylife."

Keri added that it was only fitting to honor Michael in thevideo. "He's No. 1," Keri said. "That's what it's all about."

"Number One" is the first single from R. Kelly's ninthalbum, "Untitled," due out September 29. An unconfirmed track listing for"Untitled" notes collaborations with Flo Rida, Ciara, Tyrese, Robin Thicke,The-Dream and Beyonce. The Beyonce track is listed as a cover of Prince's"Diamonds & Pearls."

The "Number One" video was produced by Skee.TV and directed by Chris Robinson.

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