Thank You

I'm sorry but it annoys me when people associate a song like this with "a harsh breakup" the way clairebaby did (even putting a <3 after saying they got back together!) NO. This is not just a breakup that made you sad. This is about an abusive relationship and the lessons one eventually learns from them. Anyone who has been in such a relationship knows what it's like. It's not just about the bruises and the cuts, they heal. It's the immense psychological impact it has on you that's harder to get over. You lose the ability to think for yourself because you are under the other person's control, your heart becomes numb from all the pain, you lose your self esteem and your dreams and your ideals. Jamelia wrote this song based on her real experiences. She turned one of the most negative experiences a woman can have into something positive. I admire her, and I thank HER for this song. It speaks to me. My ex abused me emotionally, physically and sexually and he also stole from me, my work and my family. It has taken me MONTHS of therapy and counselling to be able to look at the relationship and see how it may have destroyed me in some ways, but it has has made me a stronger and wiser young adult. I learned my lesson the hard way, and so did Jamelia. I thank her for sharing this song with the world so it can help people like me.

when you are abused by a partner it is so hard to try to explain how you feel,and often youre not all that scared! for me this song sumjs it all up so good, cause now im stronger and better than he ever will be

^ i would like to add that i`m now single. hah.

This reminds me of my bf of 4 years. He hurt me over and over but i couldnt bring myself to finish it, i was weak like it says in the song. A few months ago, with the help of a very good friend, i found the strength to leave him, but its been hard and i still feel weak at times, i still miss him once in a while. But this songs reminds me that i am better by myself and have some amazing people around me right now keeping me happy. Alex - I know when you heard this song you were very hurt, im sorry i cant help how i feel thankyou for helping me grow up and feel love in its truest form. x x x

lol awww lasted over half a year tho aye

this is a song i used to help myself live with the shit that happened with my ex..and it makes me feel strong and sometimes I feel like i want to do a "Veronica's" type thing and trash something of his or something..like stick it in his face

this song reminds me of 3 things. this past summer (aw i miss it...) & the harsh break-up with my boyfriend... listenin to this song actually made me get over most if it. buuut we're back together now, so it's all good. <3 cheers :)