Following the disbanding of Destiny's Child in 2006, Rowland released her second studio album, Ms. Kelly (2007). In 2009, she hosted the first season of The Fashion Show, and was featured on David Guetta's "When Love Takes Over", which topped the charts in several countries. Its success influenced Rowland to explore electronic dance music on her third studio album, Here I Am (2011). Her fourth album, Talk a Good Game (2013), became her third top-ten album on the US Billboard 200 chart. Rowland was a television judge on the eighth season of The X Factor UK (2011), as well as the third season of The X Factor USA (2013). She has continued her television career by hosting Chasing Destiny (2016) and starred as a coach on The Voice Australia (2017–2020).
Throughout her career, Rowland has sold over 40 million records as a solo artist, and a further 60 million records with Destiny's Child. Her work has earned her several awards and nominations, including five Grammy Awards, one Billboard Music Award, and two Soul Train Music Awards. Rowland has also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as part of Destiny's Child, and as a solo artist, she has been honored by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers and Essence for her contributions to music. In 2014, Fuse ranked Rowland in their "100 Most Award-Winning Artists" list at number 20.
Still in Love With My Ex
Kelly Rowland Lyrics
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Ex (Kelly and Yung Texxus)
Ex (Yeah)
I never thought that we would break up for the better
Should've never made the promises to each other
So many things I should've said that you didn't know
Coming in from a past with a heavy load
But I knew that you were a good man
Give me love, you were faithful - It showed on my hand
I know there are questions in your mind you don't understand
Through the words of this song, I wanna answer them
Honesty (Check)
Conversation (Check)
A shoulder I can lean on anytime I'm feeling stressed (Check)
Good loving (Yes)
The perfect soldier (Yes)
Was about to say "I do," when I know it wasn't meant
So I
Search in my mind, trying to figure it out
And thought I was happy but I'm having some doubts
Think I found the answer and I know I must confess
I'm still in love with my ex
And I wasn't ready when I said that I loved you
And in my heart, I know that I gotta tell you
I shouldn't have gone from a situation to the next
I'm still in love with my ex
Every moment that I stayed, I dug a deeper hole
I was with you but my heart wouldn't let him go
All my family told me, "Kelly he's the one for you"
I know your family love me and I love them too
(I'm so sorry) I'm so sorry for the pain I put you through
But you shouldn't have to suffer cause I'm confused
So much for looking forward to future plans
Lost the love of my life and I lost a friend
Good to me (Yes)
Security (Yes)
You were all the things I wanted
Checking everything (Check, check)
You were comforting (Yes)
Romantic man (Yes)
How could I have said "I do," when I knew it wasn't meant
So I
Search in my mind, trying to figure it out
And thought I was happy but I'm having some doubts
Think I found the answer and I know I must confess
I'm still in love with my ex
And I wasn't ready when I said that I loved you
And in my heart, I know that I gotta tell you
I shouldn't have gone from a situation to the next
I'm still in love with my ex
Silence
(I don't know why you're telling me all this now)
I've gotta own this
I've gotta own this game
(Yeah, I ain't the one you chose)
I can't believe I'm saying this
Saying sorry is the hardest part
(Yeah.. Aye, it's Yung Texxus)
From make-up's to break-up's
His and her Jacob's
Mi amore got issues galore, sure
We was all good-good, and it was all good-good
Now I'm reading old love letters (Damn)
My homies looking at me like, "You know better"
But I'm reminiscing so I had to consider
Did she go hard for me? (Yes)
Take a charge for me? (Yes)
Turn her head when them other hoes was callin' me? (Yes)
I can't lie, when she left she took a part of me
Part of me want her back but part of me can't pardon she (Nope)
Call it foolish pride but shit, who am I?
I made my mistakes, tossed my dirt to the side
Er'time we meet I see the hurt in her eyes
Cause I'm an ex-friend, ex-homey, ex-lover
So stop the phone calls, voicemails, etc
Shawty keep the ring, forget the day I ever met ya
Search in my mind, trying to figure it out
And thought I was happy but I'm having some doubts
Think I found the answer and I know I must confess
I'm still in love with my ex
And I wasn't ready when I said that I loved you
And in my heart, I know that I gotta tell you
I shouldn't have gone from a situation to the next
I'm still in love with my ex
Ex
Ex
Ex (Ex)
The song Still In Love With My Ex by Kelly Rowland is a heartfelt confession about her lingering feelings towards an ex-lover. The first verse begins with Kelly admitting that she never thought that they would break up for a better or for worse. She also wishes she never made promises to each other if they could not keep them. She then goes on to accept that there are things that she should have said that her lover didn't know. In the chorus, Kelly makes a list of qualities that she found in her ex that she misses, including how supportive he was, the honesty in their conversations, his comforting presence, and the deep bond they shared. She then confesses that she is still in love with her ex.
Kelly also takes responsibility in the second verse, admitting that staying with her current lover only dug a deeper hole, confessing that her heart would not let go of her ex. She shares that her family thinks that her ex was the perfect match for her, and that she loved his family too. Kelly is genuinely apologizing for the pain she's caused her current partner even though it is not her intent, and she acknowledges that she was with him when she knew that she still longed for her ex.
Overall, the song is a bittersweet melody that has become relatable to many listeners, especially those who have been in the same position as Kelly.
Line by Line Meaning
I never thought that we would break up for the better
I didn't expect our breakup to improve things
Should've never made the promises to each other
We shouldn't have promised each other things we couldn't keep
So many things I should've said that you didn't know
I regret not communicating better with you
Coming in from a past with a heavy load
I had emotional baggage from my past relationships that I carried into ours
But I knew that you were a good man
I knew you were a kind and trustworthy person
Give me love, you were faithful - It showed on my hand
You expressed your love and commitment to me and it was obvious to others
I know there are questions in your mind you don't understand
You probably have unanswered questions and doubts about our relationship
Through the words of this song, I wanna answer them
I hope to provide some clarity and closure through this song
Honesty (Check)
I need to be truthful with myself and with you
Conversation (Check)
We need to have a conversation about our past and present
A shoulder I can lean on anytime I'm feeling stressed (Check)
I want to be able to rely on you for emotional support
Good loving (Yes)
I want a partner who is loving and affectionate
The perfect soldier (Yes)
You were an ideal partner in many ways
Was about to say "I do," when I know it wasn't meant
I was close to committing to you but deep down I knew it wasn't right
Every moment that I stayed, I dug a deeper hole
Staying in the relationship only made things worse for both of us
I was with you but my heart wouldn't let him go
I was still holding onto feelings for my ex, which made it hard for me to fully commit to you
All my family told me, "Kelly he's the one for you"
My family believed that you were the right choice for me
I'm so sorry for the pain I put you through
I regret hurting you and causing you pain
But you shouldn't have to suffer cause I'm confused
I shouldn't have put you through that because of my own confusion
Lost the love of my life and I lost a friend
Our breakup resulted in the loss of both a romantic partner and a friend
From make-up's to break-up's
We went through many ups and downs in our relationship
His and her Jacob's
We had matching Jacob watches as a symbol of our commitment
Mi amore got issues galore, sure
I had a lot of personal issues and insecurities that affected our relationship
Now I'm reading old love letters (Damn)
I've been reminiscing and looking back on our past relationship
Cause I'm an ex-friend, ex-homey, ex-lover
Our relationship has changed and evolved over time
So stop the phone calls, voicemails, etc
I want to move on and stop trying to reconnect with you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: KELENDRIA ROWLAND, JOSEPH BEREAL, KENNETH KARLIN, CARSTEN SCHACK, LYNDREA PRICE, BILLY MANN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Larnie Lavender
Ex (Yeah)
Ex (Kelly and Yung Texxus)
Ex (Yeah)
I never thought that we would break up for the better
Should've never made the promises to each other
So many things I should've said that you didn't know
Coming in from a past with a heavy load
But I knew that you were a good man
Give me love, you were faithful - It showed on my hand
I know there are questions in your mind you don't understand
Through the words of this song, I wanna answer them
Honesty (Check)
Conversation (Check)
A shoulder I can lean on anytime I'm feeling stressed (Check)
Good loving (Yes)
The perfect soldier (Yes)
Was about to say "I do, " when I know it wasn't meant
So I
Search in my mind, trying to figure it out
And thought I was happy but I'm having some doubts
Think I found the answer and I know I must confess
I'm still in love with my ex
And I wasn't ready when I said that I loved you
And in my heart, I know that I gotta tell you
I shouldn't have gone from a situation to the next
I'm still in love with my ex
Every moment that I stayed, I dug a deeper hole
I was with you but my heart wouldn't let him go
All my family told me, "Kelly he's the one for you"
I know your family love me and I love them too
I'm so sorry for the pain I put you through
But you shouldn't have to suffer cause I'm confused
So much for looking forward to future plans
Lost the love of my life and I lost a friend
Good to me (Yes)
Security (Yes)
You were all the things I wanted
Checking everything (Check, check)
You were comforting (Yes)
Romantic man (Yes)
How could I have said "I do, " when I knew it wasn't meant
So I
Search in my mind, trying to figure it out
And thought I was happy but I'm having some doubts
Think I found the answer and I know I must confess
I'm still in love with my ex
And I wasn't ready when I said that I loved you
And in my heart, I know that I gotta tell you
I shouldn't have gone from a situation to the next
I'm still in love with my ex
Silence
(I don't know why you're telling me all this now)
I've gotta own this
I've gotta own this game
(Yeah, I ain't the one you chose)
I can't believe I'm saying this
Saying sorry is the hardest part
(Yeah.. Aye, it's Yung Texxus)
From make-up's to break-up's
His and her Jacob's
Mi amore got issues galore, sure
We was all good-good, and it was all good-good
Now I'm reading old love letters (Damn)
My homies looking at me like, "You know better"
But I'm reminiscing so I had to consider
Did she go hard for me? (Yes)
Take a charge for me? (Yes)
Turn her head when them other hoes was callin' me? (Yes)
I can't lie, when she left she took a part of me
Part of me want her back but part of me can't pardon she (Nope)
Call it foolish pride but shit, who am I?
I made my mistakes, tossed my dirt to the side
Er'time we meet I see the hurt in her eyes
Cause I'm an ex-friend, ex-homey, ex-lover
So stop the phone calls, voicemails, etc
Shawty keep the ring, forget the day I ever met ya
Search in my mind, trying to figure it out
And thought I was happy but I'm having some doubts
Think I found the answer and I know I must confess
I'm still in love with my ex
And I wasn't ready when I said that I loved you
And in my heart, I know that I gotta tell you
I shouldn't have gone from a situation to the next
I'm still in love with my ex
Ex
Ex
Ex (Ex)
Shamirah Lane
2021 & this song is STILL EVERYTHING 😩😍 Kelly is so underrated 🤦🏽♀️🥰✨
Antonio Brooks
Nothing is wrong with Kelly's music IMHO, it's just she lacks a good management/promotional/marketing team who has faith in her. Ms. Kelly and Here I Am had plenty of songs that could've been hits: Better Without You, Work, Comeback, Still in Love with My Ex, All of the Night, Down for Whatever, I'm Dat Chick, Read Between the Lines, Keep It Between Us. She is great singer and a agood dancer.
aramissings
You just nailed it. Here I’m listening in 2021 still love this song. It’s a bop or jam whatever you call it but she did this.
Meagan Hovey
I am LOVING the Kelly Rowland these days!! YOU GO GIRL, hands down my favorite artist.
M. Widoo
it's been around 10 years i ain't heard this song and now, it means to me more than never before...
dIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlb
love this song. beautiful melody and lyrics remind me of memories in younger days.
Ashley Scott
Same and suddenly it's like in this song Kelly just said everything I am feeling especially in the second verse because I find myself relating to every part.
Sean Jenkins
Kelly Rowland is a good singer. She has control of all 3 registers of her voice. She's a great performer and dancer. She can shift between different musical genres. It's time to give her the recognition she deserves
danny MDNA
2019! And still catching them heartfelt reminiscing vibes!! Thinking of my ex ! I hope your doing well
Melissa Ross
when a song speaks to u for the first time,,,,,she described it perfectly