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.
This Is Love
Kelly Rowland Lyrics
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(That's what makes you beautiful)
Don't let nobody ever make you doubt it, yeah
Your heart is free and strong
(That's what keeps you keeping on)
Can't keep you down, there ain't no doubt about it!
Don't forget, it's all about respect
Remember it's your life
Live it any way you like
'Cause you know you got the right to
This is for my girls all around the world
Stand up, put your head up
Don't take nothing from nobody
This is for my girls stand up and be heard
This is for my ladies, my sisters, all over
This is for my girls
You're someone who can be soft as silk but strong as steel
Don't shy away from showing what you're made of, oh
This world is yours to take, you can bend but you won't break
You got no fear and nothing you're afraid of
So don't forget, it's all about respect
Nothing else will do
Take a truthful to your side
Let 'em see how bright you shine
'Cause you know it's your time to, yeah
This is for my girls all around the world
Stand up, put your head up
Don't take nothing from nobody
This is for my girls stand up and be heard
This is for my ladies, my sisters, all over
This is for my girls
Let life in with open arms
With love and with an open heart
We got to remember
We'll stand strong forever
Yeah, we stand together
This is for my ladies, like soldiers we stand up
Remember when 2Pac told us keep our head up?
And even when the times get rough we get up
Treat your life like a stage, you go 'head and tear it up
Pass the mic, pass the mic, ladies come through
Don't ever, ever let 'em try to stop or try to block you
You better tell 'em you something better than any other
You'll never settle, you're next level, yeah, you're making moves
Woo, put your hands up high
This is you and I, Team Y
Yo, yo, this is how it go, woo
This is for my girls all around the world
Stand up, put your head up
Don't take nothing from nobody
This is for my girls stand up and be heard
This is for my ladies, my sisters, all over
This is for my girls
This is for my girls all around the world
Stand up, put your head up
Don't take nothing from nobody
This is for my girls stand up and be heard
This is for my ladies, my sisters, all over
This is for my girls
All over, my girls, my girls
My sisters, my sisters
(All over, this is for my girls)
The lyrics to Kelly Rowland's song "This Is Love" empower and encourage girls to be confident in themselves and their abilities. The opening lines, "There's beauty in your soul, don't let nobody ever make you doubt it," emphasizes the importance of self-love and self-acceptance. The next line, "Your heart is free and strong, can't keep you down, there ain't no doubt about it," reinforces the idea that no one can hold you back from achieving your goals if you believe in yourself.
Throughout the song, Rowland emphasizes themes of respect, freedom, and strength. "This is for my girls all around the world, stand up, put your head up, don't take nothing from nobody," highlights that every girl has the right to be heard and respected. Rowland also applauds the feminine strength as she sings "you're someone who can be soft as silk but strong as steel, don't shy away from showing what you're made of." These lyrics encourage all girls to embrace their femininity and use it as a tool to overcome adversity.
Overall, "This Is Love" is a song that uplifts and empowers girls globally, reminding them of their worth, strength, and abilities, and urges them to stand up and be heard.
Line by Line Meaning
There's beauty in your soul
The inner beauty within you is what makes you a beautiful person
Don't let nobody ever make you doubt it, yeah
Never let anyone make you doubt your own beauty
Your heart is free and strong
Your strong and resilient heart is what keeps you going
Can't keep you down, there ain't no doubt about it!
Nothing can bring you down because of your strength and resilience
Don't forget, it's all about respect
Always remember that respect is the most important thing
Nothing else will do
No other thing is more important than respect
Remember it's your life
Always remember that you are the one in control of your own life
Live it any way you like
Live your life in any way that makes you happy and fulfilled
'Cause you know you got the right to
You have the right to live your life in the way that you choose
This is for my girls all around the world
This song is dedicated to all the girls in the world
Stand up, put your head up
Stand up and be proud of who you are
Don't take nothing from nobody
Never let anyone take advantage of you
This is for my girls stand up and be heard
Speak up and make your voice heard
You're someone who can be soft as silk but strong as steel
You have a gentle side, but you're also incredibly strong and resilient
Don't shy away from showing what you're made of, oh
Never be afraid to show your strengths and abilities to the world
This world is yours to take, you can bend but you won't break
You have the power to achieve anything you want in life, and even if you face challenges, you won't be broken by them
You got no fear and nothing you're afraid of
You are fearless and not afraid of anything
Take a truthful to your side
Surround yourself with people who are honest and true
Let 'em see how bright you shine
Let the world see how amazing and talented you are
This is for my ladies, like soldiers we stand up
This song is for all the strong and powerful women who stand up for themselves
Remember when 2Pac told us keep our head up?
This is a reference to a 2Pac song about staying strong and believing in yourself
And even when the times get rough we get up
No matter how difficult things get, we will always get back up and keep going
Treat your life like a stage, you go 'head and tear it up
Live your life to the fullest and achieve everything you want, just like a performer on stage
Pass the mic, pass the mic, ladies come through
Let all the amazing female voices come forward and be heard
Don't ever, ever let 'em try to stop or try to block you
Never let anyone try to hold you back or prevent you from achieving your dreams
This is you and I, Team Y
We are all in this together, united as a team
All over, my girls, my girls
All the amazing girls and women who inspired this song
My sisters, my sisters
We are all sisters, united by our strength and resilience
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Realsongs
Written by: DIANE EVE WARREN, MELISSA A. ELLIOTT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kween Honeyy
A Classic‼️ Great album too #LoveKelly ❤
SIAKOVEIONGO
First ive heard of this and i wish Kelly made more music like this. It suits her voice
KeyAmino
This song really had to grow on me, but when it did, I fell in love with all parts of it. I even bought it. This is my jam.
Nininahazwe Agnes
Will always come back to this song🙌🏾
Mavavz
Really stunning voice. It just hit different 🙃♥️👌
Amia S.
Played This Song 19 Times, Counting!! LOVE THIS SONG!
Keon Yeenkno
Crissy Sa'voy lol girl I see ya
lilbratkenzie
Ikr 🙊
Matt Deuire
Love this and the whole album. Can’t believe it’s already 10 years 😢
Latiya Phillips
Love this song!