February 2019 saw the release of Kehlani’s third mixtape While We Wait, which served as a prelude to what would be their second album It Was Good Until It Wasn’t. The highly-anticipated album was released on May 8, 2020 to positive reception, with the album cover and music videos being shot in their home due to the COVID-19 pandemic at the time.
On April 29, 2022, Kehlani released their third album Blue Water Road, with features from Blxst, Justin Bieber, Syd, Jessie Reyez, Ambré and Thundercat.
Keep On
Kehlani Lyrics
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Anything you're saying to me right now
Probably have the right to say
Any crazy things you're feeling for me tonight
You can get it on out the way
'Cause I ain't been the best that I coulda been
I ain't do the shit that I shoulda did
But every time I come crawling on my knees
You're there
And you just keep on taking me back
And I don't know why you do
'Cause I'm no good to you
And you just keep on taking me back
In your open arms, maybe I belong
And you just keep on taking
You can yell and you can curse and call me a bitch
Probably have the right to do (huh)
You can tell the world that I'm a narcissist
I would think they'd listen to you
'Cause I ain't been the best that I coulda been (huh)
I ain't do the shit that I shoulda did
But every time I come crawling on my knees
You're there
And you just keep on taking me back
And I don't know why you do
'Cause I'm no good to you
And you just keep on taking me back
In your open arms, baby I belong
And you just keep on taking
Me back, and I don't know why you do
'Cause I'm no good to you
And you just keep on taking me back
In your open arms, baby I belong
And you just keep on taking
I keep taking you back
Oh, no, no, no
Taking me, you're taking me really back
No, I'm, not, no, I'm not, I'm not
The song "Keep On" by Kehlani is a heartfelt confession of gratitude towards a partner who has consistently shown love and forgiveness despite the singer's imperfections. In the opening lines of the song, Kehlani acknowledges that her partner has the right to express any negative feelings or criticisms towards her, but encourages them to do so and get it out of the way. She then proceeds to admit her shortcomings, confessing that she hasn't been the best she could be or done what she was supposed to do. And yet, every time she seeks forgiveness and begs for another chance, her partner is always there, willing to take her back with open arms. The lyrics express confusion and disbelief at this forgiveness, recognizing that Kehlani is no good for her partner, yet they keep taking her back.
The emotional weight of the song is palpable, with Kehlani's voice conveying vulnerability, guilt, and gratitude all at once. The lyrics convey a sense of love and safety that comes from the confidence of knowing that there is someone who accepts and forgives you despite your flaws. The repetition of the phrase "you just keep on taking me back" throughout the song emphasizes the importance of the forgiveness and the weight of the sentiment behind it.
Overall, "Keep On" is a beautiful ode to a partner who is always there for you, even when you are at your worst. The lyrics acknowledge the imperfections of the singer and showcase the power of love and forgiveness in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Expressing a feeling of surprise or confusion
Anything you're saying to me right now
Probably have the right to say
Acknowledging that the other person has a right to express themselves
Any crazy things you're feeling for me tonight
You can get it on out the way
Giving permission for the other person to express their emotions, no matter how intense
'Cause I ain't been the best that I coulda been
I ain't do the shit that I shoulda did
But every time I come crawling on my knees
You're there
Admitting fault for past mistakes and acknowledging the other person's unwavering support despite those mistakes
And you just keep on taking me back
And I don't know why you do
'Cause I'm no good to you
And you just keep on taking me back
In your open arms, maybe I belong
And you just keep on taking
Expressing confusion and gratitude for the other person's forgiveness and willingness to take her back despite her flaws
You can yell and you can curse and call me a bitch
Probably have the right to do (huh)
You can tell the world that I'm a narcissist
I would think they'd listen to you
Acknowledging that the other person has the right to be angry and express negative opinions about her
'Cause I ain't been the best that I coulda been (huh)
I ain't do the shit that I shoulda did
But every time I come crawling on my knees
You're there
Repeating the admission of fault and gratitude for the other person's forgiveness
And you just keep on taking me back
And I don't know why you do
'Cause I'm no good to you
And you just keep on taking me back
In your open arms, baby I belong
And you just keep on taking
Reiterating the confusion and gratitude for the other person's continued support
Me back, and I don't know why you do
'Cause I'm no good to you
And you just keep on taking me back
In your open arms, baby I belong
And you just keep on taking
Continuing to express confusion and gratitude for the other person's forgiveness and love
I keep taking you back
Oh, no, no, no
Taking me, you're taking me really back
No, I'm, not, no, I'm not, I'm not
Acknowledging that she is also taking the other person back and denying any ulterior motive for doing so
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: August Rigo, Ricky Tillo, Kehlani Parrish, Jahaan Sweet
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@anjelque
Anything you're saying to me right now
Probably have the right to say
Any crazy things you're feeling for me tonight
You can get it on out the way
'Cause I ain't been the best that I coulda been
I ain't do the shit that I shoulda did
But every time I come crawling on my knees
You're there
And you just keep on taking me back
And I don't know why you do
'Cause I'm no good to you
And you just keep on taking me back
In your open arms, maybe I belong
And you just keep on taking
You can yell and you can curse and call me a bitch
Probably have the right to do
You can tell the world that I'm a narcissist
I would think they'd listen to you
'Cause I ain't been the best that I coulda been
I ain't do the shit that I shoulda did
But every time I come crawling on my knees
You're there
And you just keep on taking me back
And I don't know why you do
'Cause I'm no good to you
And you just keep on taking me back
In your open arms, baby I belong
And you just keep on taking
Me back, and I don't know why you do
'Cause I'm no good to you
And you just keep on taking me back
In your open arms, baby I belong
And you just keep on taking
I'm not taking you back
Oh no I'm not
No I'm
Taking me, you're taking me really back
No I'm, no I'm, no I'm, no I'm not
@genius
on repeat everyday
@kikibear8076
Genius hbbbbbbbbb
@annoyamous9366
Even today?
@tsunamijas192
Yessir until she drop that album or mixtape ^^
@frenchiesworld
YES PERIOD.
@maleeliy1232
I bE fLoSsin
I bE fLoSsin
I bE fLoSSin
I BE FLOSSIn
@DanniBiersack
GOD BLESS HER FOR UPLOADING IT ALL ON YOUTUBE. QUEEN.
@disneythequeen
omg you like kehlani and d.o.? hey b heeeeeeeeeeey
@ThatBoy122
Daenni humble queen
@DanniBiersack
Jude F. kehlani & exo are my faves