trapped in the closet is an opera by american r&b singer r. kelly, which currently consists of 33 "chapters" released from 2005 to 2012. written and produced by r. kelly, the series tells a story of a one-night stand which sets off a chain of events, gradually revealing a greater web of lies, sex and deceit. the music follows a distinct e major pattern, and most chapters of the story feature the same melodic theme.