Caught Out There
Kelis
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Yo, yo Yo, this song, yo This song is for all the women out there That been lied to by their men And I know you all been lied to Over and over again This is for y'all Yo, maybe you didn't break the way you shoulda broke, yo But I break, know what um saying, so This is how it goes, yo Psss Damn Yo, yo Last year, Valentine's day You would spoil me and say "Babe, I love you, love you (Yo, he's lying) and I swear" Held you when you were sick, even... (sucked yo dick) The whole time I think to myself, this isn't fair What is this I see (No) You don't come home to me (Oh, no) When you don't come home to me (Man) Can't deal, can't bear You keep tellin' me lies But to your surprise Look, I found her red coat And you're (Bitch) caught out there I hate you so much right now I hate you so much right now Ah I hate you so much right now I hate you so much right now I hate you so much right now Ahhhhh... I hate you so much right now So sick of your games, I'll set your truck to flames And watch it blow up, blow up, (ha - ha - ha) tell me How you gonna see it now So far from sincere (I love you) Fabrications in my ear Drive me so far up the wall I come slidin' down What is this I see (I don't believe this) You don't come home to me When you don't come home to me I can't deal, can't bear (I won't) You keep tellin' me lies But to your surprise Look, I hope you're happy Since you're caught out there (Yeah, you've been caught) Yo', come on Come on I hate you so much right now I hate you so much right now Ah I hate you so much right now I hate you so much right now I hate you so much right now Ah I hate you so much right now (She's so) Raunchy, so vulgar, not me, why the hell her Look, she dresses (Look at her) A mess, what do you see (I don't know) It's not all about cash (Hell, no) Not how much you flash How I dress is a reflection of me What is this I see You don't come home to me (Uh - uh) When you don't come home to me Can't deal, can't bear (Told you I won't) You keep tellin' me lies But to your surprise Look, I got somethin' for y'all Since you're caught out there I hate you so much right now I hate you so much right now Ah I hate you so much right now I hate you so much right now I hate you so much right now Ah I hate you so much right now
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Written by: CHAD HUGO, PHARRELL WILLIAMS, PHARRELL L WILLIAMS
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Caught Out There" is a song by American singer Kelis from her debut studio album, "Kaleidoscope". It was released as the album's lead single in September 1999.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached the top ten in the United Kingdom, where it peaked at number four on the UK Singles Chart. In the United States, it reached number 54 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Song Themes"Caught Out There" is a fierce R&B song featuring aggressive and vindictive lyrics directed to an unfaithful lover. It's known for its notable chorus where Kelis shouts "I hate you so much right now!".
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Music VideoIts music video, directed by Hype Williams, displays Kelis' fiery persona and her unique fashion sense. It pictures her leading a pack of irate women through the streets.
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Song ProductionThe song was produced by The Neptunes, a duo that consists of Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo. They played a significant role in developing Kelis’ distinctive style.
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Cultural ImpactSince its release, "Caught Out There" has been described as a stinging kiss-off to a straying lover and is recognized as a classic within Kelis' discography.
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Music Critic ReviewsThe song has been praised by music critics for its inventive and groundbreaking sound. It embodies a blend of R&B, hip-hop, and electronic music elements, setting Kelis apart from other artists at the time.
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Song Recognition“Caught Out There” earned Kelis a nomination for Best New Artist in a Video at the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards.
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MusicianshipThe track showcases Kelis's powerful and emotive vocal delivery, which played a pivotal role in her later success.
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Influence on Pop CultureThe song's catchphrase, "I hate you so much right now," became a widely used expression in popular culture, being cited or referenced in various TV shows, films, and other songs.
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