R. Kelly Readies ’12 Nights Of Christmas’ Album

The R&B maestro is gearing up to release his first Christmas album, 12 Nights of Christmas, next month.

Dressed in a dapper suit, holding a cigar in one hand and a drink in the other, Kellz is all smiles on the festive cover art, which he revealed on Instagram.

True to the theme, the artwork features a beautifully-lit tree and a warm fireplace to get fans in the holiday spirit.  And it looks like a visual has already been shot. Decked out in a red and white cardigan, Kellz sings on a stoop as snow falls down in the still.

“The world could use some cheer,” he captioned the pic. “#12NightsOfChristmas #NewTracks #2016.”