R.Kelly has said that he is thankful that his fear of flying has subdued.

The R&B singer had to face his fears last year when he began his tour of Africa.

He told The AP that his fans had made the journey and trauma worthwhile.

He said: "I always said, 'I can't get on the plane, I can't get on the plane'. But when I finally did get up the nerve to get on the plane and come on over to Africa, the welcome was so unbelievably warm. It was just so touching that I couldn't believe it."

R.Kelly performed his song 'Sign Of A Victory' at the opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup today - did anyone catch it? Do you think he mimed?

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