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KELLY
Kelly Rowland Lyrics


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My skin is my cape, huh
My black is my bitch, huh
Natural face, huh
That's how I wake up
No love for the fake ones
You get what you give, huh
Bills, bills, bills, been spent
Kelendria rich, huh?

Sa-saucy on ice, but this shit is sweet
Go another side, that you never seen
Ice on my tides, you watching me
I talk to God, my minutes are free (free)

Two double g's, two double g
Cross the wall through free
Lil shit back then, I let that slide, ain't get by me
All they trying to get is a act from me
And it's all for the reach
Back-back up off of me, back up off of me
Rose petals at my feet

Kelly got bands, Kelly got a check
Kelly got wig, Kelly got deals
Kelly got class, Kelly got ass
Kelly's got a man, Kelly pop tabs
Kelly got flex, Kelly got wheels
Kelly got drill, Kelly got a stash
Kelly got a house, big house on a hill
Kelly's so blessed, thick, yes XL
Kelly ain't-Kelly ain't got no chill
Kelly don't really give a fuck how you feel
Kelly ain't humble no mo' nigga
Kelly got a foot on your throat nigga
Kelly ain't humble no mo' nigga
Kelly got a foot on your throat nigga

Go Kelly go, go go Kelly go
Go Kelly go, go go Kelly

Cop that bag if it's designer
I'm so rich that I ain't buy it
Don't get tired, I'm too wired
Light it up and get inspired
All my business, keep it private
You know bosses move in silence
And I ride it like it's stolen
'Cause my name is Kelly Rowland, ah

Everyday I meet the quota
Bitch I really thought it was over
I'll always be around, thought I told you
Back up off of me, back up off of me
Forget declare it glad to know ya

Kelly got bands, Kelly got a check
Kelly got wig, Kelly got deals
Kelly got class, Kelly got ass
Kelly's got a man, Kelly pop tabs
Kelly got flex, Kelly got wheels
Kelly got drill, Kelly got a stash
Kelly got a house, big house on a hill
Kelly's so blessed, thick, yes XL
Kelly ain't-Kelly ain't got no chill
Kelly don't really give a fuck how you feel
Kelly ain't humble no mo' nigga
Kelly got a foot on your throat nigga
Kelly ain't humble no mo' nigga
Kelly got a foot on your throat nigga

Go Kelly go, go go Kelly go
Go Kelly go, go go Kelly

Overall Meaning

The song KELLY by Kelly Rowland is a celebration of her success and empowerment as a black woman in the music industry. The lyrics are a testament to her strength and resilience as she boasts about her natural beauty, financial independence, and business savvy. She challenges societal standards of beauty and exposes the fake individuals who don't live up to her genuine persona. The line "My black is my bitch" is a powerful statement reclaiming the derogatory term and exalting blackness as a source of pride and strength. The chorus emphasizes her status as a boss, with lyrics like "Kelly got bands, Kelly got a check," and "Kelly got a foot on your throat." These lines highlight her confidence and dominance, demonstrating her defiance against the pressures of fame.


The bridge of the song speaks to Rowland's spiritual side, declaring that she talks to God and her minutes are free. This line exemplifies her connection to her faith and the comfort it brings her. The song also features a catchy hook that encourages her fans to cheer her on as she takes on the world. The underlying message of KELLY is one of positivity and confidence, with Rowland positioning herself as a role model for others to aspire to.


Line by Line Meaning

My skin is my cape, huh
I am proud of my black skin and I wear it like a superhero's cape.


My black is my bitch, huh
I own my blackness and it empowers me.


Natural face, huh That's how I wake up
I embrace my natural beauty and I don't need to hide it with makeup.


No love for the fake ones You get what you give, huh
I don't tolerate fake people and I believe in the karma of giving and receiving.


Bills, bills, bills, been spent Kelendria rich, huh?
I have spent a lot of money, but I'm still rich and successful.


Sa-saucy on ice, but this shit is sweet Go another side, that you never seen Ice on my tides, you watching me I talk to God, my minutes are free (free)
I may seem cool and collected on the surface, but there's a lot beneath that you don't know. I have people watching me, but I don't let it bother me because I have a direct line of communication with God.


Two double g's, two double g Cross the wall through free Lil shit back then, I let that slide, ain't get by me All they trying to get is a act from me And it's all for the reach Back-back up off of me, back up off of me Rose petals at my feet
I have been through hard times but I overcame them. People used to treat me poorly, but I have moved on and now they are the ones trying to get something from me. I am not interested in fake attention, so they should back off. I am surrounded by beauty and positivity.


Kelly got bands, Kelly got a check Kelly got wig, Kelly got deals Kelly got class, Kelly got ass Kelly's got a man, Kelly pop tabs Kelly got flex, Kelly got wheels Kelly got drill, Kelly got a stash Kelly got a house, big house on a hill Kelly's so blessed, thick, yes XL Kelly ain't-Kelly ain't got no chill Kelly don't really give a fuck how you feel Kelly ain't humble no mo' nigga Kelly got a foot on your throat nigga Kelly ain't humble no mo' nigga Kelly got a foot on your throat nigga
I have achieved so much in my life and I am proud of it. I have money, beauty, success, and love. I am confident in who I am and I won't apologize for it. I have power and I will use it to keep moving forward.


Go Kelly go, go go Kelly go
I am unstoppable, and I am always pushing forward.


Cop that bag if it's designer I'm so rich that I ain't buy it Don't get tired, I'm too wired Light it up and get inspired All my business, keep it private You know bosses move in silence And I ride it like it's stolen 'Cause my name is Kelly Rowland, ah
I am so rich that I can afford expensive things without even thinking about it. I have a lot of energy and I am always motivated to do more. I keep my personal life private because I know how to keep a low profile. I am a boss, and I act like it. I have a sense of urgency and I make the most of every moment.


Everyday I meet the quota Bitch I really thought it was over I'll always be around, thought I told you Back up off of me, back up off of me Forget declare it glad to know ya
I surpass my goals every day and I keep pushing forward even when things are tough. People have underestimated me in the past, but I always prove them wrong. I am determined to succeed, and I don't want negative people around me.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Brittany Coney, Denisa Andrews, Kelendria Rowland, Kyle Coleman

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