Because Of You
Reba McEntire w/Kelly Clarkson Lyrics

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Ooh-ooh, ooh
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh

I will not make
The same mistakes that you did
I will not let myself
'Cause my heart so much misery
I will not break

The way you did, you fell so hard
I've learned the hard way
To never let it get that far

Because of you
I never stray too far from the sidewalk
Because of you
I learned to play on the safe side so I don't get hurt
Because of you
I find it hard to trust not only me, but everyone around me
Because of you
I am afraid

I lose my way
And it's not too long before you point it out
I cannot cry
Because I know that's weakness in your eyes
I'm forced to fake
A smile, a laugh, every day of my life
My heart can't possibly break
When it wasn't even whole to start with

Because of you
I never stray too far from the sidewalk
Because of you
I learned to play on the safe side so I don't get hurt
Because of you
I find it hard to trust not only me, but everyone around me
Because of you
I am afraid

I watched you die (I watched you die, in your sleep)
I heard you cry every night in your sleep
I was so young
You should have known (I was too young for you to lean on me)
Better than to lean on me
You never thought of anyone else (you never saw me, yeah)
You just saw your pain
And now I cry in the middle of the night
For the same damn thing

Because of you
I never stray too far from the sidewalk
Because of you
I learned to play on the safe side so I don't get hurt
Because of you
I try my hardest just to forget everything
Because of you
I don't know how to let anyone else in
Because of you
I'm ashamed of my life
Because it's empty
Because of you
I am afraid

Because of you (ah, ah)
Because of you, mmm, oh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Because of You" by Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson portray a narrative of pain, hurt, and betrayal. Beginning with the line, "I will not make the same mistakes that you did," the singer is expressing her determination to break away from the cycle of misery that she inherited from her parent. She acknowledges that her heart has been broken before, and she draws from that experience to protect herself from hurting again. The chorus, "Because of you," repeats the phrase four times and lists several consequences that the singer has faced. She has become cautious and finds it hard to trust others because she does not want to be hurt like before. Her father's inability to cope with his pain has led her to be ashamed of her own life, which is empty as a result. The final repetition of the phrase implies that she feels trapped by her past and that her father has irrevocably damaged her.

The lyricist's ability to describe the emotional pain that the character feels is striking. The line, "You never thought of anyone else, you just saw your pain," sums up the idea that the singer's father was too wrapped up in his own suffering to consider how it affected others. Moreover, the lines, "I'm forced to fake a smile, a laugh, every day of my life, my heart can't possibly break, when it wasn't even whole to start with," convey the idea that if something was never whole, it cannot break because the damage has already been done. The song's overall message is that the pain someone inflicts on a child can often continue throughout their life, and it is a parent's duty to protect and nurture their offspring.

Line by Line Meaning

I will not make the same mistakes that you did
I won't repeat the same errors that you did in your lifetime

I will not let myself cause my heart so much misery
I won't put myself in positions that will cause me much sorrow and agony

I will not break the way you did, you fell so hard
I won't collapse like you did, you had a major setback

I've learned the hard way to never let it get that far
I've learned the hard way to not let a situation escalate that much

Because of you I never stray too far from the sidewalk
As a result of your actions, I never wander too far from safety

Because of you I learned to play on the safe side so I don't get hurt
Because of you, I discovered how to be cautious to avoid harm

Because of you I find it hard to trust not only me, but everyone around me
Due to your conduct, I now struggle to trust people, including myself

Because of you I am afraid
Because of your behavior, I experience fear

I lose my way and it's not too long before you point it out
I lose my path, and it doesn't take long for you to notice and rebuke me

I cannot cry because I know that's weakness in your eyes
I can't shed tears since, in your perspective, it's a sign of weakness

I'm forced to fake a smile, a laugh, every day of my life
I'm coerced to pretend happiness every day of my existence

My heart can't possibly break when it wasn't even whole to start with
My heart can't fracture since it was never complete at the beginning

I watched you die (I watched you die, in your sleep)
I observed your death while you slept

I heard you cry every night in your sleep
I listened to you cry every night in your sleep

I was so young you should have known better than to lean on me
I was too young for you to depend on me

You never thought of anyone else, you just saw your pain
You disregarded everyone else and only focused on your suffering

And now I cry in the middle of the night for the same damn thing
Presently, I cry in the dead of night for the identical problem

Because of you I try my hardest just to forget everything
Efforts to neglect everything are applied because of your actions

Because of you I don't know how to let anyone else in
As a consequence of your behavior, I don't know how to accept anyone else

Because of you I'm ashamed of my life because it's empty
Because of you, my life is empty and I feel humiliated

Because of you I am afraid
Because of your conduct, I feel frightened

Because of you (ah, ah)
Due to your actions (vocalization)

Because of you, mmm, oh
Due to your demeanor, mmm, oh (vocalization)

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ben Moody, David Hodges, Kelly Briannne Clarkson

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@melissaderosa4253

4y↑3

Hi justin,

Thank God you've got a new goid man in your life.
I hold this song close to my soul, as my longtime boyfriend is experiencing karma from God, oh well !!!!!! We've got 2 wonderful 👱‍♂️s too!!!!! Our 1st son is a micropremie survivor!!
I'd had 2 small uterine fibroids, at the time of delivery 3 softball + 20 golf ball size fibroids had our baby very crowded, a miracle he was 👍, made it!!!! A extensive amnosenthesis came back all negative, normal. If we'd been told no, the opposite would've not aborted our son 👹 no!!!!!
Hence at 23.5 weeks, 14 ounces, 19+@1/2"s long with a 8+@1/2 month NICU stay!!!!!!
High functioning autistic, ADHD medium, global delaument, partcial up close vision in just 1 eye, overcoming other ore diagnoses!!!!
I know God has a soulmate for me!!!!! Been to 👹 n back it seems like alot in my 52++/2years here on 🌎!!!! We're had the police called on us alot, I've had to make 911 calls too, cos or child protective services at our house alot too!!!! Thank God, we get to keep our 2 👱‍♂️s!!
Life ain't easy akwsys!!! 👹 yeah God our Creator God + 🌅 Father gives us more than we can take!!!!!!!!

Just before Easter due to the cornavirus we'd lost a deputy police officer friend !!!! Ge was also gay, so what...it didn't matter to us!!!! Advocated for gay and = rights within the police force, for gay people, for special needs children and animals too!!!!! This was a Godly, good souled man!!!!
Our 👱‍♂️a and he would run to each other!!! He'd swoop them up individually, a solid hug+a quick kiss on the top of their head !!!!! We'd getcha solid good hug, quick cheek kiss!!
He'd wanted to leave a legacy, well our family 👹 yeah is still mourning him and by God,will assist his family, our 1 son's school, his fiance', etc carry on his stellar legacy!!!!! R.I.P. OUR BELOVED DEPUTY 😇🌞🌜🌅🌎🙏😘👍,YOU'RE MISSED, THOUGHT OF DAILY!!!! WE 4 WON'T LET YA ,WHAT YOU'D WANTED TO BE 4GOTTEN TOLL WE JOIN YA IN🌅 HOPEFULLY WHEN WE'RE 100 LIVED A LONG LIFE ON 🌎!!!!!!

ARE YOU DRY 👀ED, OR 😭ING YET????!!!!!!

HUGS AND LOVE:
Melissa

@melissaderosa4253

4y↑1

Hey justin,

Ditto because of you song is us survivors, my babies!!!!!!
God bless you and your new man who I'm sure your kin and friends are so damn glad ya got after the 👹!!!!!!

Not to get into politics, we want President Trump re elected another 4 years, God bless our service personnel, those we've lost from the cornavirus as we lost a gsy deputy friend who we all ❤ed 1 another, our early 😇in 🌅, OUR HERO AND WE'LL CARRY LUR HIS WISHWS OF CARRYING ON HIS LEGACY HE'D PAVED THE WAY FOR GAY PEOPLE, SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN, PROTECT RHOSE YA R3VERE HOLD UP HIGH, ANIMALS, HONOR OUR CREATOR, THE ALPHA PLUS OMEGA OUR GOD AMEN HELL 👹YEAH !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WE'RE GOING TO MY STEP BROTHER IN LAW AND HIS FAMILY IN PORT SAINT LUCIE, FLORIDA WE MEED A MINI VACATION 👹YEAH A YEAR SINCE WE'D BEEN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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HIGA AND LOVE,
MELISSA

@DrkMynd

46w↑1

I grew up the oldest child. I wasn't given the same love and devotion that my younger sister was.

This song hits hard because I wasn't allowed to cry. I wasn't alllowed to feel. I just had to accept life as it was.

It sucked ass.

And in the end.....the one they gave up on, saved their asses from the worst of life. Gave them a home...gave them everything they could want. 1 of the 3 died never knowing it....the other 2....still think that I OWE it to them.

Aint life a bitch?

All comments from YouTube:

@jaden8084

25w↑117

This song hits harder after Kelly's Divorce. To hear two Queens sing together really pulls on the heartstrings all over again. ❤

@TH-cw6wb

12w

2 queens. Well said

@TrudyPatootie

3y↑473

Sobbing.
I left an abusive relationship of 30 years because of Kelly's original " Because of You."
I just discovered this. Brought back so many memories. Thank you.
I am madly in love with my husband of 17 years now at the age of 74.

@TrudyPatootie

2y↑17

@James Hama Well, hello! Oh James...how sweet of you to check up on me.
I am doing so good. Got Covid and it was like the flu for me...so that's good.
Still madly in love with my husband. Abusive past is now a distant memory that I lived through.
Your comment made my day. Thank you. And You Friend?

@jordanlash2268

1y↑4

Good for you glad you able to end up really happy

@TrudyPatootie

1y↑9

@Jordan Lash Thank you Jordan
He still makes my heartbeat faster
when I hear his truck coming up the
driveway after 19 years!

@liveandletdie7187

1y↑12

I am in the process of divorce after 35 years of torment and abuse❤

@TrudyPatootie

1y↑6

@Alice in Chains Oh Alice I am so
proud of you having the courage to
leave. 💫
You go on and live your most
fabulous life honey! You deserve it!

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@thabielee2551

2y↑325

"My heart can't possibly break when it wasn't whole to start with" This line kills me. I 💯% get what she means

@ethelhoose7624

1y↑5

This song is so me

@jamessmith08045

1y↑3

Hello dear, How are you doing today and I Guess you're a good country MUSIC lover..?

@gabbyandrade7227

42w↑2

😢 ya si la violencia nos alcanza en manos de quien dice amarnos y nos matan parte del alma las que sobrevivimos esa nunca la recuperamos lo físico se compone el daño sicologico nunca😢

@TrudyPatootie

42w↑4

@@gabbyandrade7227 I agree Gabby...My ex would beg and cry and
we would go back to the honeymoon stage again...and days later
the abuse would happen again. This is the song that made me leave
him! It gave me the courage to find my safe place and heal!
But even though I've remarried glimpses of my past seep in. 😢😫

@Yogi_The_beast

17w↑8

This song is what keeps me going. I just left a domestic violence relationship not to long and today they found me and started to absue me I had them locked up. I feel so bad for it. But they will not learn and it been happening for 2 yrs. Thank you rebra and Kelly for this amazing song

@lp7145

16w↑1

Praying for your safety and healing ❤️‍🩹

@martig.garcia495

1y↑30

Realize who's she speaking about and seeing that it's her mother🥺
This song speaks volumes of so many different types of pain.

@braxtonbrandy

3y↑1.2K

Everything that Reba does is nothing short of AMAZING; Acting, singing, personality.. she IS AMAZING!

@hendrickskeegan1707

3y↑4

Hello Brandy, how're you doing, I hope you are doing fine. I'm Hendrych from Houston, Texas. Where are you from? Seems like a real Country girl 😊

@rebamcentire9997

3y↑18

Thank you so much for your likes and support towards my music, I really appreciate that God bless you and your family🙏🏼

@taylorwiseman8078

3y↑5

Get on youtube right now Reba fucking replied! DUUUUUUDE

@rebamcentire9997

3y↑4

@Taylor Wiseman you could always reach out to me okay?

@taylorwiseman8078

3y↑3

@Reba Mcentire Well right now I'm trying to not lose my mind REBA replied but I'll keep that in it!!!!! :)

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@pandorasbox6607

8y↑3K

"My heart can't possibly break when it wasn't even whole to start with"

That's the realest thing I've ever heard

@anyafreedman6002

8y↑3

Lol same

@divadory1110

8y↑15

So sad, but often times so true.

@rosamonroy964

8y↑3

same

@desib886

8y↑5

Always has been true!

@pandorasbox6607

8y↑1

+Desi B and always will be true

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@angschilling4669

2y↑31

I never realized the meaning of this song until I saw this video. I am a domestic abuse survivor. So it really hit my heart hard!
😢😢😢😢😢😢😢
Excellent job Ladies! Thank you for telling this story Beautifully!

@virgoleighton

1y↑1

🙏😢

@TarahMatson-zz2hj

15w↑3

This is such a sad tragic song. This really happens all to frequently.

@BeautifulCrazy67

13w↑1

Because of you, I find it hard to trust anything or anyone except for God. you tried to run me, but what you did was bring me closer to God what a beautiful gift but as far as relationships go in this lifetime, I won’t trust again

@nascarandrew

3y↑386

the fact you can hear both of their voices in harmony is so good and so amazing because they both are incredible talented

@KINGBOY-vi3sb

2y↑5

I absolutely love this song, because of you I learn to walk on the safe side so I don't get hurt because of you I am afraid Rich Hullet

@AndrewMonreau

How are you doing today over there with your family and friends😊

@jydeinden

50w

much of it can be mixed very very well :)

@JunePippin

24w

@@AndrewMonreau2:29 2:31

@DosagePosage

42w↑3

Who else was today years old when they discovered this version of this song exists 🙋🏾‍♀️

@carenkares

4y↑535

Kelly wrote this song when she was 16, about her own mother. #Powerful

@davlynnolan236

4y↑24

I can understand where she’s coming from

@pandorasbox6607

4y↑51

Someone else said it's about her father.

@mariar.7214

4y↑85

It’s bout her father’s abandonment and how it affected her (so I’m told)

@immapanda3448

4y↑22

It’s about her dad

@mipaige8489

4y↑8

@imma PANDA its about her mom. Not her dad

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@ASC3120

13w↑1

I never had seen or heard this powerful duo sing this song till tonight. WOW!

@Father_of_Death

44w↑1

I love how they reworked this song. Originally it was about Kelly's dad but here it's about domestic abuse and Reba's concern for Kelly's well being.

@Karina_Engr

2y↑36

OMG this version of this song is so EPIC. How did I miss this after all these years?!

@jamessmith7442

I Guess you're a country MUSIC lover?

@nicolespiers4959

28w↑26

OMG this is the first time I have seen or heard this. I am blown away. Phenomenal Performances by Reba and Kelly. Absolutely STUNNING. I'm truly in AWE ladies. Reba has been my favorite singer since I was probably 6 years old, and Kelly had my heart first time she sang on American Idol. LOVE LOVE LOVE this.

@richardwalsh7786

20w↑1

I know she will never see this, but i have to say how much she changed my life. As a gay dude in Utah i faced violence. This song reminds me to be strong and enjoy the good things I have done in the world

@katsage62

5y↑330

You can hear Kelly’s connection with this song. She’s so beautiful. Inside and out.

@kaitlynlanier9292

5y↑3

katsage62 just 2 of the best females in any genre of music my mom lived it she got out when I was 8 years old but me I’m still here now with ptsd agoraphobia he is in Peidmont henry in ICU alone with him as I was at 18 when my mom lost her battle with cancer Jeanette Hardin wright at this same hospital I Love You Momma 12-26-1980 💔💔💔💯💯🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

@nasskc896

4y↑6

I know that's why i avoided this watching these video for so long. Even though in this version of Because of you that Reba telling the story but the star is still kelly. I couldn't look into Kelly's eyes in this...super sad. And i was and am still mad at that guy...sorry i know he just acting but i wanna punch him still.

@HackerActivist

Reba has terrible twists in her voice when she tries to song YOooouUuuu

@hendrickskeegan1707

Hello Katsage, how're you doing, I hope you are doing fine. I'm Hendrych from Houston, Texas. Where are you from? Seems like a real Country girl 😊

@neiceygreene6328

3y↑557

I love the fact that Kelly let Reba be the lead in this "iconic" song. Because Of You has always been one of my favorite record from Kelly, and when she team up with Reba on this country remix version they made this song even more iconic. #ImLoveIt

@pandorasbox6607

🎯🎯

@pkmcnett5649

2y↑6

Kelly also wrote the song, no?

@boo1der393

2y↑2

I think it's also bc reba has a stronger voice.

@Wishpool

1y↑13

@@pkmcnett5649 Yes, Kelly wrote the song when she was only 16 about her parents' divorce.

@Wishpool

1y↑16

@@boo1der393 I totally disagree. Kelly has a much stronger voice in her original. She's toning it way down in the Reba duet.

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@edsonluis6290

2y↑4

Because of You (Reba & Kelly) is Platinum in US 🥂

@mariasinner3534

1y↑3

Kelly looks beautiful but Reba’s makeup! Eyeshadow is stunning. Reba’s whole look, dress, hair. Amazing.

@sammiebateman8921

16w↑1

My mother was a narcissist who abused and manipulated everyone in her sphere. This song wrecks me every time.

@sammoee

3y↑7

WHY AM I FINDING THIS 12 YEARS LATER ?!?!?!?!?

@kylephantom4

10y↑178

Kelly and Reba combining their voices sound amazing

@realalldway-raw4996

2y↑46

A battered woman who is not asking for help.
A best friend who cannot do anything to help.
A story that happens in real life by so many victims.

What a beautiful rendition and story telling video.
Bravo!

@DiamondsRexpensive

1y↑6

Right, blame it on the friend. Many times the friend helps, but that help flips on their head and they get hurt by helping someone who doesn't want to be helped or even willingly returns to the abuser. No one can help a battered woman but herself by growing her self-worth and leaving.

@tabathastaples7884

2y↑4

Shepherd's Chapel Network !!!!!!! Chapter by Chapter / Verse by Verse !!!!!!! Amen

@JamesSmith-yw9es

I Guess you're a country MUSIC lover?

@ioananeacsu1152

2y↑3

Ohhh so it's the same woman... at different stages of life... wonderful duet! Because of you... and looks in the mirror

@lunabelletheinsane

43w↑2

Reba did such a spectacular job of wordlessly portraying that friend who knows exactly what's going on, but knows that saying anything is pointless until her girl is ready to run.

@drew5059

24w↑2

I remember seeing this on tv when I was a kid and feeling so sad for Kelly’s character because I grew up with a violent father. This song hits home for me.

@ritu1483

8y↑2.7K

A man I once dated interpreted this video in a completely different way. To him, it looked like Reba was playing an older version of Kelly. And Reba was reminiscing about the past and consoling herself that it was over, and consoling her younger self, Kelly, that things will get better.
Mind blown.

@breehill8863

8y↑83

jeez never thought of that 😜

@Kt-cn2rq

8y↑82

wow he thinking more into it than most

@breehill8863

8y↑21

+Katherine Canon you got that right lol jk dudete 😎😎😎😅😅😉😉

@Wolfmyth100

7y↑46

That's actually how I see it....

@natureboy6776

7y↑114

Well now that makes total sense. I could never understand why Reba doesn't interfere. Now I do.

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@emaleighbeamon2717

2y↑22

It's like watching a mother and a daughter. So beautiful 💜

@vinhmai7531

1y↑2

They literally were lol.

@vindicated30.6

12w

My dad loves this song, oblivious to the fact that it applies to him.

@adelguy67

18w↑1

The end of this video hits hard, Kelly looks back at Reba almost pleading for help with her eyes and Reba lets her go despite knowing what is going on and knowing the hell Kelly is going through, in real life Reba has been an absolute rock and saint to Kelly

@invisiblechicken

47w↑1

I wonder how many people listen to this think about how they are different lyrics to the same tune. 😢

@sarahpirkle9476

47w↑1

No women should be beat up like that , but I wouldnt know I'm because I've never been in it, 😢 but the hell woman go through this every day and night, I hope they have the strength to do so and the will of God on their side 🙏

@zadia76

5y↑617

I love Kelly’s original version. But dear God this one is amazing!

@kaitlinbowers2890

4y↑8

Kelly Clarkson and Reba McEntire both are my favorite fan of your video on YouTube channel

@brycepatties

4y↑10

There are few ways to make great songs better.

But you can't go wrong by adding a vocalist like Reba.

@itsbritneybyotch7471

3y↑5

I prefer the original, but this version is really good too

@ritast.johnstiles8008

3y↑5

Reba really pumps it up , I think Reba an Kelly together are the bomb!

@tieukhavu8832

3y↑3

I love this heeehaw Version

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@deepraterhenderson8315

41w↑2

Because of you... Mother... THIS! All of this - because of you. Because your needs were more important than mine. Because I was nothing to you. Because YOU were broken. Because of you... every day, I try to rise above. If I survive this fight you created between us, I'll rise far above you. If not, I'll die trying. That's a promise.

@melissathompson4473

52w↑33

I heard this song when it first came out and it gave me goosebumps. Now it's 2023 and hearing and seeing this and understanding what it's about chills go right through me. I'm amazed!

@nicklindsay8045

21w↑1

I love My Mother and family I die to protect them all

@shawnlesser4220

2y↑1

“Rise. It’s time. This moment has been a long time coming. You know that you’ve been chosen. You know you can’t keep running. Stop spinning in circles and start believing in the magic, of who you are meant to be. Spread your wings, and don’t forget to take flight. You’ve been growing them stronger since the start of your life. You only get one chance at this; so honey, let’s get it right. You have the power inside you to soar. Don’t ever give up the fight. Dig down deep and find it inside; all of this power you’ve taught yourself how to hide. Call it to the surface. It’s right there, in your mind. Only you can fulfill your destiny and purpose. Brave girl, it is time to fly.“

@IndieCindy3

37w↑1

I was today years old when I discovered that this existed. What?! I can’t believe this went so under the radar. Sure, I’ve been living under a rock these past few years, but not 14 years ago.

@drakehonest9

21w

Hello how are you doing today?😊

@justinholder400

5y↑591

I was in an abusive relationship for almost 2 years. Concealer was my best friend. Nobody knew, not even my closest friends. Not even my family. I was forced to act like nothing was wrong. I had to smile and laugh, and go about life as if I wasn't going to go home to face the furious fists of my drunken fiance. Nick, I am no longer your punching bag. I no longer have to keep your dirty little secret. This song is so close to my heart because the words of this song was my life fir two long, miserable years. Now, I'm finally free, and I'm engaged to a wonderful man who would never lay his hands on me. I love you, Chris.

@missystanley8783

4y↑26

You are SO strong. My sister has been in an abusive relationship for years and I just wish we could help her. We try, but love is blind and the fear is strong for her to leave. It hurts my heart to see her feel like she is trapped. She leaves then she goes right back because he makes her believe she can't survive without him and with their kids. I'm happy you made it out of your abusive relationship safe 🙏

@CortexNewsService

4y↑8

@crying.isnt.like.you_4857

4y↑8

I’m sending all my love your way and I’m so happy that you found someone better than him and who treats you right. You’re are such a strong person and I’m sorry you had to go through all of that. ❤️

@melissaderosa4253

4y↑3

@melissaderosa4253

4y↑1

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@mihaelakinna2344

12w

The relationship they have with each other is so sweet❤

@jessicalilley7615

2y↑145

There are no words to describe the impact this has from both points of view for me. From shattered & lost, to desperate for freedom & helplessness. Please stand up for those who have yet to find their voice, & brave enough to believe you are worthy of saving!

@kellyannstutz8788

2y↑2

We are All worth saving.

@josephfuller8936

1y↑2

Pray for me pls my names jesse. Using my dads old email so my other half dont see this...

@vernhunt3934

1y↑1

Who does one go to for help when you're usually the one everyone else goes to for help

@yvettemartinez6417

@vern hunt me. I will help u

@sharonmccomas4173

26w↑2

Wow I never heard this version of the song. Her choosing Reba genius choice. These 2 ladies reminded me of the strength it takes to leave it. Very empowering

@drakehonest9

21w

Hello how are you doing ?

@lorriewhitley7039

28w↑3

My only hope is i did not pass my fears on to my son, i wasn't the best example for i had trust issues

@drakehonest9

21w

Hello how are you doing today?

@jimmyv1753

3y↑1

My wife is the biggest Reba fan forever and one day about a decade ago she was working at a local casino in mid Michigan and Reba was performing so she was so excited that she had the opportunity to work that concert and just by happenstance she happen to be bringing out supplies for the concert around the rehearsal time and found herself standing face to face with the queen of country music and went blank. 😂 poor girl. They of course weren’t allowed to harass the entertainment. She came home so excited that she almost met Reba lol. I asked her what do you mean you almost met Reba that was the opportunity you were hoping for she said I know I got star struck. 😂 true story

@evelynspirka7478

8y↑2.1K

That moment when you realize that Kelly is trying to cover a black eye and Reba helps her as if she already knows how to...

@louisemills6008

6y↑102

Evelyn Spirka ooh I never even thought about it that way I just saw it as a friend helping when you are struggling to be strong...I do like your interpretation though I must admit xxx

@michaelbauer1928

6y↑12

Thank you!!

@kimberlycaseman3457

6y↑50

She's probably been through abuse too.

@jul_030

5y↑9

@Kimberly Caseman you think in real life or in this video?

@lej6550

5y↑19

Well really I think you’d go with concealer or color corrector first not powder...

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@calebcanice

22w↑1

It's so amazing to see them together in 2023 on the voice together!!!

@juliematthews4848

2y↑4

I love these two together!...Reba is REBA!...She has to appreciate K for mimicking her...and I do not mean that in a bad way...because no one can! But I love them together!

@JamesSmith-yw9es

I Guess you're a country MUSIC lover?

@--Danni--

1y↑8

I grew up hearing this song, not knowing the meaning and not relating to it. Hearing it now for what feels like the first time after an abusive relationship is a humbling experience

@shadowedspartan3237

1y↑1

I know what you mean, ironically, my mom used to listen to it around me when I was younger. I've just rediscovered it recently and now, for me, it's about her.

It's... It's a hard time.

@--Danni--

@@shadowedspartan3237 music is so otherworldly, how it can do this to us 😩

@neiceygreene6328

3y↑2

Like are you kidding me? How could anyone dislike this? The 4.4k people who dislike this song doesn't know anything about great music when they hear it..

@rebeccaleach2920

2y↑2

Kelly and Reba will be friends for life these two will always be there for each other xxx

@dannyhuffman

Hi Rebecca hope you’re okay?

@KP-ej7gc

5y↑1.7K

IT’S 2019 AND IM JUST NOW DISCOVERING THIS VERSION

THIS IS SO INCREDIBLE!!!

@poloramos13

5y↑15

lmao same. youtube recommendations lately are superb 😂

@rubenfernandez2952

5y↑6

SAME! I can't believe I hadn't seen it before

@jacksonconnell

5y↑5

Same here! I never saw until now! It's amazing!

@kelvinlloyd49

5y↑2

K P ...Me too
. Someone Put me on to it the other day ...Loved it
.. ..Wow ...Powerful. 🔥🔥🔥🔥⚡

@dakotacheyenne149

5y↑3

This is the only version of this song I've ever heard and I love it

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@delindawilliams3935

26w↑13

I've always loved and enjoyed Reba's singing. This was a beautiful match for a duet. Two beautiful and talented women.💖💖

@drakehonest9

21w

Hello how are you doing today?😊

@delindawilliams3935

17w↑1

@@drakehonest9 Every day I'm blessed and highly favored by the Lord. Hope you are doing well? The joy of the Lord is my strength, hope you can say the same.

@drakehonest9

17w

@@delindawilliams3935 I’m doing good thanks for asking. It’s my pressure meeting you here on YouTube. Where are you from and where do you live?

@yvettecuevas6365

2y↑86

I've always loved Kelly's original version because it was so deep, but now coming across this video and duet....powerful!!! As a DV survivor, this gave me chills and my heart raced. The dynamics within an abusive relationship make it hard to explain to an outsider looking in, and also to leave. Fear and doubt keep you from running. You KNOW you will continue getting hurt, but also know it can kill you whether you stay or try leaving. Your life/well being, that of your children(if you have them), your pets and others you love are under constant threat. It takes an average of 6 to 7 times of trying to leave before succeeding. The amount of manipulation and gaslighting is insane to the point the victim is made to believe everything is their fault, not the truly sick actions of the abuser. Ladies, your voice is so much powerful than that monster makes you believe. Take your voice and power back. You may feel alone, but YOU ARE NOT!! Silence kills, but the truth kills a monster. Please reach out, speak out, make a safe escape plan and breathe again. You can be free and happy again. Sending love, prayer, support and power to all my survivor sisters and those still trapped. There's a community of survivors waiting and willing to help. Reach out!

@erinbailey7278

2y↑5

Yvette, you sure have given an accurate account of what happens in this kind of relationship. Been there, done that. Never again. We are worth more than that. God be with you and all who need Him.

@yvettecuevas6365

2y↑4

@Erin Bailey Thank you, and likewise.

@brianscott9861

1y↑2

No lady should ever be disrespected!!! EVER!!!

@KINGBOY-vi3sb

2y↑2

Because of you I learned to stay on the safe side so I don't get hurt

@LeighPhillips78

2y↑2

I am crying. They are beautiful together.

@JamesSmith-yw9es

I Guess you're a country MUSIC lover?

@amandalynnagain

5y↑3.4K

everyone: No one will sing with Kelly bc of those pipes shes got.
Reba: hold my beer

@carloshernandohurtadocardo4085

5y↑35

Hahahahaha hahahaha GREAT jajajajajajaja you just Made my day hahahs

@gavinenglish7100

5y↑50

I completely agree. I also see it the other way around as well

@coltnkille6376

5y↑22

That is what I say to people when they say I cant do something.

@Insurancenerd81

5y↑8

😂 agreed

@gavinenglish7100

5y↑18

Rebe be like what this sh*t

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@RLF1

36w↑5

Reba is absolutely stunning in this video. And her vocals are incredible. This duet with Kelly is better than Kelly doing it solo. Great job, ladies.

@karlshaw4347

40w↑8

Why has it took me 14 years to hear this wow what a strong and intense song 😮

@PhysicalMediaPreventsWea-bx1zm

40w

I still prefer Kelly's original solo version. The meaning is much different than the story depicted in the duet version. Kelly wrote it about her own life.
https://youtu.be/Ra-Om7UMSJc

@monicahaynes8033

24w↑3

Chills! Just a perfect blending of voices!

@mikelnunez9223

13w

kelly's version on it's own already triggred me. this sent me over the edge. WOW

@DrkMynd

46w↑1

@kiddkidd3401

7y↑583

Reba McEntire is a legend. She like the "Patti Labelle" of country music. I love this women!!!

@xaviermateo3149

Antwan Alexander t

@magicslave3066

Sure is

@cody2497

5y↑5

And she gets better with age she is so beautiful in every way her soul is beautiful her voice is beautiful she's beautiful looking

@magicslave3066

5y↑1

@Cody Fiedler but Dolly Parton can part her

@illustriousmasters6983

5y↑2

No reba is like reba cause reba is a legend herself

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@susan945

2y↑16

This shook me! The amazing talent, the singing & the acting, both so profound. And may I say WOW, both Reba & Kelly looked STUNNING!

@JamesSmith-yw9es

I Guess you're a country MUSIC lover?

@AndrewMonreau

Very nice

@autumnj3599

23w

If I could dedicate this song to anyone, it would be my father...... "Because of you"

@user-wt1pp9vn8x

37w↑1

My sister was in an abusive relationship and I so wish someone would have spoken up and maybe she would still be here

@triniprinceravi

36w

I am so sorry!

@ooshooshy895

35w↑1

When she says shes "forced to fake a smile a laugh everyday of my life" 😢

@KINGBOY-vi3sb

2y↑2

I learned the hard way to never let it get that far ,I do not cry because I know that's weakness in your eyes

@agrondinsmith85

8y↑738

She is so lucky to have Reba as a mother in law!

@pandorasbox6607

8y↑13

Are you serious?

@agrondinsmith85

8y↑45

+Pandora's Box yep Kelly married Reba's son.

@Kburd-wr6dq

8y↑16

Ex- mother in law

@agrondinsmith85

8y↑33

+Imma Turkey she is still married to Brandon Blackstock, Reba's step son.

@agrondinsmith85

8y↑4

+agrondinsmith85 step son

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@startechcode

32w↑2

Thanks Reba lovely version of this song.❤

@harrytwain8314

29w

Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..

Hello!!! How are you doing today, please
pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I
just wanted to know if you're a fan ? Have a
great day.. Stay Safe 😊

@loramartin1822

39w↑2

How Awesome is This! Awesomeness!🦋

@drakehonest9

21w

Hello how are you doing?

@pinayscape7642

27w↑1

Reba is still beautiful until this day. Queen..

@rebeccaleach2920

1y↑1

I love the fact that Kelly wrote this at the age off 16 in her bedroom and to have a best friend in Rebe and to be family even after divorce is a fast long lasting friendship

@AlbertaRose94

9y↑546

The video and the song can evoke two different perspectives. When I hear the song, I think of my mother and all the verbal, mental and emotional abuse she heaped on me. This song made me realize "No MORE!" and I got her out of my life a couple of years ago. Since then I've received many compliments about how I've become more confident, more trusting and more dependable. When I watch the video, it inspires me to work on helping women become survivors, not victims of abusive relationships.

@marioguy123100

9y↑9

I think of my mother and all she's put me through when I hear this song..

@AlbertaRose94

9y↑13

Gregory Henderson For what it's worth, I'm doing my best to rise above my past and not be like my mother. This song sometimes helps me keep my sense of perspective.

@AlbertaRose94

9y↑6

***** You need a better set of friends or find an activity that interests you and get acquainted with the people in that group. What they are doing to you is verbal and emotional abuse.

@AlbertaRose94

9y↑6

***** Yes. There are five ways to abuse someone: Physical, Verbal, Emotional, Mental and Sexual.

@AlbertaRose94

9y↑3

***** No. This link explains it: http://www.wisegeek.org/what-is-verbal-abuse.htm

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@johnny_5_og

2y↑43

12 yrs later and these women are just as beautiful as ever. It's a beautiful song. Emotional and heartfelt. 😑

@rosereynolds4573

2y↑5

This song, these ladies, they just don't know how many of us out here that this song resembles...touches a deep dark spot in my soul...but I survived barely but with God's grace I survived ty ladies this song n I'm a survivor is a reminder lonely is so much better than a very abusive relationship

@dannyhuffman

Hi Rose hope you’re okay?

@joshuajelly4901

I Guess you're a country MUSIC lover?

@AllanBeckford

52w

Hi Rose 🌹, hope you r good

@ethelpresley-zj3tf

11w↑1

I been there, I left him, my family help me escape this life. didn't know than how I stood it but now I know God help me. and to this day I put my trust in him.😌😳

@staciekerrison6574

42w↑3

Who else only discovering this gem in 2023!!!??

@dannknee7070

41w↑1

Me! Never knew this existed and now I'm obsessed.

@PhysicalMediaPreventsWea-bx1zm

40w↑1

The song was written by Kelly Clarkson about her own childhood. She originally recorded it solo for her second album
https://youtu.be/Ra-Om7UMSJc

@tinishawashington9110

2y↑3

This song that's so much for my spirit y'all just don't understand I love this lady's music I didn't even know she existed so about a year ago

@lauradennis1562

3y↑4

Anyone here in 2021?

@mariaharmstrong9019

4y↑470

Ten years and this still hits me right in my heart. I cry EVERY TIME!

@nicolassmith858

3y↑1

Hello friend, how are you doing today?

@liz21reber

3y↑4

Yep same!!!

@shadowcat63

2y↑4

I know it hits home so well

@thecrazyfamilyshow4563

2y↑1

Same here, specially because I am going through so much in my life, sometimes it feels like my heart will give up soon 😢 but to all those going through hard situations Just pray God knows what he is doing and will always make things better, blessings to all

@kathycollier4940

2y↑3

Me too. It came out right after my 20 year marriage fell apart and I was left with two teenage boys.

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@SpiritualDiva

32w↑1

This Video hits differently now after watching them BOTH go through divorces from that father/son duo. Wishing these ladies continued peace and healing

@srtech2205

3y↑1

Why did I never know about this? And oh my gawd Reba got it going on son!! She is sooo gorgeous! She's a queen!

@Ijcjsjsidjjf

2y↑2

13 years later and here I am just discovering this now. But my does this hit different.

@JamesSmith-yw9es

I Guess you're a country MUSIC lover?

@michelleolberding1013

1y↑2

I'm 58 pretty much heard her my whole life she's still beautiful and amazing my dad loved her and he still does she's his little red head

@jamessmith08045

Hello dear, How are you doing today and I Guess you're a good country MUSIC lover..?

@michelleolberding1013

@@jamessmith08045 old school country I prefer but an old rocker at heart

@jamessmith08045

@@michelleolberding1013 Ok that's good to know, Me I love Music very much. So where are you from if I may ask..?

@kimmimiller7888

@@jamessmith08045 Dayton Ohio Bob

@tyeward3365

2y↑3

People may not know this, but Reba has a huge following from the R&B industry. We don't need her to do a crossover song or anything like that. We love her just the way she is.

@ronniesanders711

8y↑182

what an honor to sing with Reba . Kelly Clarkson is fantastic

@kaka198256

6y↑5

Ronnie Sanders it’s her mother in law lol

@pinkpomegranate

5y↑2

Ronnie Sanders More like what an honor to sing with Kelly Clarkson

@carmenwilley8858

5y↑3

And what an amazing song writer Kelly Clarkson is.

@cheery-hex

5y↑1

no offense to Reba but Kelly's vocals are a hundred times better... technically, expressively, and are far more flexible.

@carmenwilley8858

I love Kelly's vocals but would not say she is hundred times better. I started liking country singing listening to Reba because she can really reach those notes.

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@Hotmessjessexpress

14w

My mothers first born was killed when he was 6. The pain was too much for her to deal with even though having 3 more kids. This song helps describe why it was like having her as a mom.

@NANAOF252

1y↑1

I love this song and how these two amazing beautiful woman do this song the video is the thing that really tells the whole truth. I just pray for all women who are in the situation of domestic abuse and please I beg you to understand that you are not the problem your mate is and they have a serious problem and need to get help. Just know this who ever is reading this that I am praying for you always Please if you have a open door to leave please do it. You didn't do anything wrong to cause this he did. I pray God's protection over all of you.

@jasonme3557

40w↑1

I do not like Country... But I like Reba...

@sherryd.3425

2y↑2

Prophecy! Brilliant talents and amazing women. All my love and support always. These are the lives real women live. We survive with your strength, integrity, and example. I hope we inspire you with our love and constant, intrepid care. Music, poetry, and kindness will carry us through. Love to you all.

@JamesSmith-wf1pd

2y↑1

I Guess you're a country MUSIC lover?

@jamessmith08045

1y↑1

Hello dear, how are you doing and I Guess you're a good country MUSIC lover?

@sherryd.3425

@@jamessmith08045 I love other music as well, but I do love music made from the heart.

@debbieingham1488

3y↑2

Reba and Kelly sound so good together! 5/21.

@donaldwelon1525

Hello dear how are you doing over there

@hendrickskeegan1707

Hello Debbie, how're you doing, I hope you are doing fine. I'm Hendrych from Houston, Texas. Where are you from? Seems like a real Country girl 😊

@firewalldragon9774

4y↑114

Kelly's original version of this is amazing, but adding Reba made it legendary. Two great voices that work very well together.

@johnmarkingay4711

2y↑2

True🥰 try watching Reba McEntire and Dolly Parton too with the song entitled "Does he love you" both were great

@lisablizzard5301

2y↑1

Shame Reba son And Kelly divorced

@edsonluis6290

2y↑1

@Lisa Blizzard Brandon is not son of Reba and he cheated Kelly

@lisablizzard5301

2y↑1

@Edson Luis Reba step son. Sorry left that out. I know so sad he cheated on her. She is amazing artist.

@ericrichard5271

12w

Very powerful...about an abusive relationship....it makes you think...

@xomichaelanthonygarciaxo

3y↑8

Kelly Clarkson and Reba should make more music together 😌

@sewndebisdream6953

51w↑1

Thank you Kelly and Reba for making this. Explains it all when a mom and daughter are hurting at the same time! Damn those men that dont care about a good woman they have at home. They will regret it all one day ! Amen!