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.
Thank You
Kehlani Lyrics
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I never said, I never said that I live my days without doubt
I swear all I've ever done was be honest
And stay modest, oh
So this is a, sincere, unscripted
Unwritten for all that you've given
Forgiving, I'm driven
I wanna be better than I was
All I'm trying to say is I thank you (you)
I thank you (you)
All I'm trying to say is I thank you (you)
I thank you (you)
All I'm trying to say is I thank you (you)
I never said that I was done with my growth
I never said, I never said that I was done doing the most
And I swear all I've ever done was stay honest
Keep my promise, oh
So here goes my real life, unscripted
Unwritten for all that you've given
Forgiving, I'm driven
I wanna be better than I was
Greater than I am, so I say
All I gotta say is I thank you oh whoah (you)
Thank you, oh (you)
All I gotta say is I thank you whoah (you)
I thank you whoah, (you)
Hey
Thank you for watching me walk across the stage
For walking me through my heartbreaks
Thanks for the love every step of the way
With no support this wouldn't be as great
Thank you for making me stronger than most
For taking it be on my clothes
Thank you for raising a glass when I toast
All I gotta say is I thank you, yeah yeah
Thank you, oh
All I gotta say is I thank you oh
Thank you whoah
All I gotta say is I thank you whoah
All I gotta say
All I gotta say
Thank you
Really
All I gotta say is I thank you
In Kehlani's song "Thank You," she expresses gratitude and humility for the support and opportunities she has received in her life. The lyrics suggest that she is aware of her own limitations and faults, and that she values honesty and modesty. The first verse acknowledges that she doesn't have all the answers and that she struggles with doubt, but she has always been honest about this and tries to stay grounded. The second verse continues this theme, stating that she is still growing and learning, but she keeps her promises and remains true to herself.
The chorus repeats the phrase "All I'm trying to say is I thank you," emphasizing that Kehlani is thankful for who she is and what she has accomplished, but also for the people who have helped her along the way. The bridge provides some specific examples of this, including support during difficult times ("walking me through my heartbreaks") and celebrating her successes ("raising a glass when I toast").
Overall, "Thank You" is a song about gratitude and recognizing the people and circumstances that have contributed to Kehlani's life and career. The lyrics imply that she doesn't take these things for granted and that she is determined to keep growing and improving.
Line by Line Meaning
I never said that I had it all figured it out
I admit that I don't have everything figured out.
I never said, I never said that I live my days without doubt
I acknowledge that I have my doubts and uncertainties.
I swear all I've ever done was be honest
I have always been truthful and sincere.
And stay modest, oh
And I have remained humble.
So this is a, sincere, unscripted
This is a genuine, spontaneous expression
Unwritten for all that you've given
Untold but for all that you have done
Forgiving, I'm driven
I am indebted and motivated by your forgiveness.
I wanna be better than I was
I aspire to improve myself.
Better than I am so I say
This is why I am expressing my gratitude.
All I'm trying to say is I thank you (you)
My only message is simply to express my gratitude.
I never said that I was done with my growth
I am aware that there is still much more personal growth ahead of me.
I never said, I never said that I was done doing the most
I know that I still have more to give.
And I swear all I've ever done was stay honest
I have always been committed to honesty.
Keep my promise, oh
I have kept my commitments.
So here goes my real life, unscripted
This is genuine and not rehearsed.
Unwritten for all that you've given
Untold but for all that you have done.
Forgiving, I'm driven
I am inspired by your forgiveness and it motivates me.
I wanna be better than I was
I want to improve myself.
Greater than I am, so I say
This is why I am expressing my gratitude.
All I gotta say is I thank you oh whoah (you)
My only message is simply to express my gratitude.
Thank you, oh (you)
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.
Thank you whoah, (you)
Thank you, I owe you so much.
Hey
Hey
Thank you for watching me walk across the stage
I appreciate that you were there for me during an important moment.
For walking me through my heartbreaks
Thank you for supporting me through difficult times.
Thanks for the love every step of the way
I am grateful for your love throughout my journey.
With no support this wouldn't be as great
Your support has been integral to my success.
Thank you for making me stronger than most
Your influence has made me a stronger person.
For taking it be on my clothes
Thank you for being there during difficult times and helping me through it.
Thank you for raising a glass when I toast
Thank you for celebrating and acknowledging my accomplishments.
All I gotta say is I thank you, yeah yeah
My only message is simply to express my gratitude.
Thank you whoah
Thank you, I owe you so much.
All I gotta say is I thank you whoah
My only message is simply to express my gratitude.
All I gotta say
The only thing I want to say
Really
Honestly
All I gotta say is I thank you
My only message is simply to express my gratitude.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kehlani Parrish, Autoro Whitfield, Andrew Wansel, Warren Felder
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Yanice Silva
This song makes me think of my mom who won’t “watching me walk across the stage” on my graduation 🎓 day. Thank you Kehlani🙏🏿
Juliet Atieno
Reminds me when I graduated I thought of how happy and proud she'd have been. Mama I did it nilivaa kofia ya masomo.
elanaamyre
🙏❤ Congrats. Hope you doing good. ✨
Isidora Salas
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Victoria Martin
Ikr same, i graduated and my family saw me walking across the stage
Zya.simone
Me too
jessica cox
I found out I had cancer this year & all of thee songs truly have helped me thru my struggles & sadness! expecially this song 😍 I thank you Kehlani ❣
Rare Day
I pray the cancer is removed!
John K.
You can get thru this 💪🏿 stay strong 🙏🏾 😍
This dark storm will end someday
Cemiah Hubbard
Update? I hope you’re okay ♥️ sending love