After a short spell working as a model, 5'10" Kelis began appearing on songs by Neptunes produced rappers such as 'Got Your Money' by the late rapper Ol' Dirty Bastard. Soon afterwards, she released her debut album, Kaleidoscope in 1999 of which the first single was 'Caught Out There,' a song based on the time she caught her boyfriend cheating on her, and she beat him. The video feautures Kelis leading a pack of angry women down the street screaming 'I hate you so much right now!'. The album was released in USA, Europe and Asia, but did not find much audience in the USA. Not a great success, it only sold 249,000 copies to date.
After finding her largest audience in Europe, Kelis released her second album titled Wanderland (2001) in Europe only, which like her first album did not fare well. It only sold 80,000 copies and was entirely produced by The Neptunes (Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo) again, similarly to her debut. Only one single was released 'Young Fresh N New'.
In 2003 Kelis finally found fame in her country with the single 'Milkshake,' which was a massive success in Europe, Asia and USA, and she began dating rapper Nas (born Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones). The single was from the album 'Tasty' which did not feature the Neptunes as heavily as her previous albums. Singles included the popular Dallas Austin produced 'Trick Me' and 'Millionaire', a collaboration with OutKast's Andre 3000. 'In Public's duet with Nas was the fourth single from the album, becoming a top twenty hit in the U.K. without a video.
In 2006, Kelis presented a new album to her fans, entitled Kelis Was Here, which was originally to be called 'The Puppeteer' which was released on 22 August but was due Fall 2005. No Neptunes tracks appeared on this album, but Kelis used other producers such as Max Martin, Will.I.Am (Black Eyed Peas) and Raphael Saadiq. Singles are the huge 'Bossy', 'Blindfold Me', and 'Lil Star'. Kelis wrote more of the material on this album than she did for Tasty, and carries off the sci-fi, electronica sounds so often considered Neptunes material without them. This is most evident on the brilliant 'Trilogy'. Kelis has said she wants to make her mark with this album, as it will be the last 'album like this' she will make.
In October 2007, Kelis was dumped by Jive Records, for poor sales of Kelis Was Here but a new album is in the pipeline. The Hits - a greatest hits collection - was released in March 2008, including tracks where she was a featured artist, eg, Got Your Money by Ol' Dirty Bastard , N.E.R.D's Truth or Dare, and Richard X's Finest Dreams.
Kelis then signed to Interscope Records, and released her fifth studio album entitled Flesh Tone in May 2010. The David Guetta-produced Acapella preceded the LP in February of that year. Other singles released from the album include '4th of July (Fireworks)', 'Scream' and 'Brave'. The following year, Kelis appeared on Calvin Harris' 'Bounce'.
In the beginning of 2010, Kelis received a letter by animal rights organization PETA, in which she was informed about the cruelty that comes along with the production of fur coats. She pointed out that the organization seems to have little concern about the treatment of people of color and that she will continue wearing fur and eating meat.
Songfacts reported that 'Distance', the planned first single from Kelis’ sixth studio album received its first play during the June 30, 2012 show of The Beatnik Mix on London's Reprezent 107.3FM. At the time, the album was set to be house/dance-inspired, but sessions with TV on The Radio's Dave Sitek led to it taking a soul-like direction.
Kelis completed her sixth album in April 2013, and her new label Ninja Tune confirmed details regarding the album in January the following year, 'Jerk Ribs' served as the lead single for the album; the track had however been previously released as a free download the previous year.
Food was released in April 2014 to critical acclaim. Kelis also appeared for the first time at the annual South by Southwest festival, both performing and serving meals to attendees from her food truck.
Caught Out Here
KELIS Lyrics
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Yo, this song, yo (yo, yo, yo)
This song is for all the women out there (yo, yo, yo, yo, yo)
That have been lied to by their men
And I know y'all been lied to
Over and over again, this is for y'all
Yo, maybe you didn't break the way you shoulda broke, yo
But I break, know what I'm saying, so
Psss, damn
Yo
Last year, Valentine's Day
You would spoil me and say
"Babe, I love you, love you, babe, I swear" (yo, he's lying)
Held you when you were sick, even
The whole time I think to myself, "This isn't fair"
What is this I see (no)
You don't come home to me (oh, no)
When you don't come home to me (man)
Can't deal, can't bear
You keep tellin' me lies
But to your surprise
Look, I found her red coat
And you're caught out there
I hate you so much right now
I hate you so much right now
Ah
I hate you so much right now
I hate you so much right now
I hate you so much right now
Ah
I hate you so much right now
So sick of your games, I'll set your truck to flames
And watch it blow up, blow up, tell me (hahaha)
How you gonna see it now
So far from sincere (I love you)
Fabrications in my ear
Drive me so far up the wall
I come slidin' down
What is this I see (I don't believe this)
You don't come home to me
When you don't come home to me
I can't deal, can't bear (I won't)
You keep tellin' me lies
But to your surprise
Look, I hope you're happy
Since you're caught out there (yeah, you've been caught)
Yo, yo (yo, come on)
Yo, yo, yo
Yo, yo (come on)
Yo, yo, yo
I hate you so much right now
I hate you so much right now
Ah
I hate you so much right now
I hate you so much right now
I hate you so much right now
Ah
I hate you so much right now
(She's so)
Raunchy, so vulgar, not me, why the hell her?
Look, she dresses (look at her)
A mess, what do you see? (I don't know)
It's not all about cash (hell, no)
Not how much you flash
How I dress is a reflection of me
What is this I see
You don't come home to me (uh-uh)
When you don't come home to me
Can't deal, can't bear (told you I won't)
You keep tellin' me lies
But to your surprise
Look, I got somethin' for y'all
Since you're caught out there
I hate you so much right now
I hate you so much right now
Ah
I hate you so much right now
I hate you so much right now
I hate you so much right now
Ah
I hate you so much right now
I hate you so much right now
I hate you so much right now
Ah
I hate you so much right now
I hate you so much right now
I hate you so much right now
Ah
I hate you so much right now
Yo, yo
Yo, yo, yo
Yo, yo
Yo, yo, yo
Kelis's song "Caught Out Here" is an anthem for all the women who have been lied to by their men. The song starts with a message for all the women who have been betrayed and heartbroken numerous times. Kelis then goes on to narrate her own experience with her man who lied to her and cheated on her. She reflects back on the times when her man spoiled her, held her when she was sick and told her "I love you." But she soon found out that he was lying to her and had another woman on the side.
Kelis expresses her anger and frustration at her man's infidelity and deception. She threatens to set his truck on fire and watches it blow up to teach him a lesson. Kelis also criticizes the other woman for being vulgar and messy, but she emphasizes that it's not all about how much money one has or how one dresses. The song ends with Kelis declaring her hatred for her man and stating that he has been caught out there.
The lyrics convey the emotions of betrayal, anger, and revenge felt by someone who has been cheated on. Kelis's powerful vocals and the catchy beats make this song an empowering anthem for anyone going through a similar situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Last year, Valentine's day
This is a specific point in time, last year on Valentine's Day.
You would spoil me and say
You did things to make me feel special and loved.
"Babe, I love you, love you (Yo, he's lying) and I swear"
You told me you loved me, but the singer is indicating that the man is lying.
Held you when you were sick, even... (sucked yo dick)
I took care of you and was intimate with you.
The whole time I think to myself, this isn't fair
Despite being affectionate and caring, you were still dishonest to me, which isn't fair.
You don't come home to me (Oh, no)
You are not returning to our shared home.
Can't deal, can't bear
I can't emotionally handle this situation.
You keep tellin' me lies
You continue to deceive me.
But to your surprise
The man may be unaware that he has been caught.
Look, I found her red coat
The woman has found evidence of the man's infidelity.
And you're (Bitch) caught out there
The man has been found out and exposed for his wrongdoings.
I hate you so much right now
The singer is expressing an intense feeling of hatred towards the man for his betrayal.
So sick of your games, I'll set your truck to flames
The singer is fed up with the man's deceitful behavior and is threatening to retaliate.
And watch it blow up, blow up, (ha - ha - ha) tell me
The singer is imagining the destructive outcome of her actions and is taunting the man.
How you gonna see it now
The man will have to face the consequences of his actions.
So far from sincere (I love you)
The man's previous expressions of love were not genuine.
Fabrications in my ear
The man has been lying to the woman about his feelings and actions.
Drive me so far up the wall
The man's behavior is causing the woman to become highly agitated and frustrated.
I come slidin' down
The woman's emotional state eventually reaches a breaking point.
Raunchy, so vulgar, not me, why the hell her
The singer is comparing herself to the other woman and believes she is more refined and respectable.
Look, she dresses (Look at her)
The singer is pointing out the other woman's appearance and implying she is inappropriate.
A mess, what do you see (I don't know)
The singer is questioning why the man is attracted to someone who appears to be disheveled and chaotic.
Not how much you flash
The amount of money or possessions one has is not the most important factor in a successful relationship.
How I dress is a reflection of me
The singer believes that her personal style is representative of her character and values.
Look, I got somethin' for y'all
The singer has a response or plan of action for the man and his mistress.
Since you're caught out there
The man and the other woman have been exposed for their infidelity and wrongdoing.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chad Hugo, Pharrell Williams
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@fightermma
Hi
Something I have been in search for quite sometime is a connection with somebody that goes beyond vanity. It's very hard to do in this day and age. People can be, somewhat very superficial.
On my quest to achieve this I have learnt a lot about human nature. It seems to me that those who are not given traits such as beauty or being wealthy are some of the nicest, kindest and generous people.
While the "gorgeous" and well off seem to be the most arrogant and greedy people out there. Of course that's not to say there aren't beautiful kind people out there.
I've been in the process of change for a while now and I have made some decent changes but don't you just hate it when people can't let go of your past mistakes.
I saw your profile and it intrigued me. I wanted to learn more about who you are and what type of path you would like on in life.
Can we talk?
@AJDisME212
She was so ahead of her time. Her energy was so raw and real. The song still resonates with me 20 years later. Kelis + The Neptunes = A match made in heaven.
@jetwhite
CAD_IS_ME Kelis was in the news a couple of weeks ago saying the Neps did her dirty and took all her money. So sad, as I always thought they were one of the best creative pairs in the industry. It’s especially sad as she dated one of them and considered them both to be best friends. Let’s be real, Kelis started The Neptunes; they made their very first music because of her.
@niomeeabcd262
@@jetwhite the Neptunes have had to face too many law suits because they used other peoples music for their songs. Not the best reputation
@FeatheryBird
I see predictive programming here...
@amore6206
@@FeatheryBird what specifically, I'm curious. Not surprised.
@movement2contact
@@FeatheryBird Many people do. In places where there isn't any...
@goldenxronnie3739
Kelis and The Neptunes together was golden. This song still sounds SO ahead of its time 20 years later. She’s the trendsetter, the OG Alternative Black Girl. The first to scream on the track, the fashion. She deserves every flower.
@DeeDiamond2981
They owe her publishing rights..
@Janice360
Kelis is actually mixed race, not Black.
@nlibby5549
@@Janice360 being mixed race, people only see black.