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Shout Out to My Ex Lyrics
by Little Mix
Lyricist: Little Mix
20 views • Published on Sep 25, 2026
Shout Out to My Ex Lyrics
This is a shout out to my ex
Heard he in love with some other chick
Yeah yeah, that hurt me, I'll admit
Forget that boy, I'm over it
I hope she gettin' better sex
Hope she ain't fakin' it like I did, babe
Took four long years to call it quits
Forget that boy, I'm over it
Guess I should say thank you
For the "hate yous" and the tattoos
Oh baby, I'm cool by the way
Ain't sure I loved you anyway
Go 'head, babe, I'mma live my life, my life, yeah
Shout out to my ex, you're really quite the man
You made my heart break and that made me who I am
Here's to my ex, hey, look at me now
Well, I, I'm all the way up
I swear you'll never bring me down
Shout out to my ex, you're really quite the man
You made my heart break and that made me who I am
Here's to my ex, hey, look at me now
Well, I'm, I'm all the way up
I swear you'll never, you'll never bring me down
Oh, I deleted all your pics
Then blocked your number from my phone
Yeah yeah, you took all you could get
But you ain't getting this love no more
Cause now I'm living so legit
Even though you broke my heart in two, baby
But I snapped right back, I'm so brand new, baby
Boy, read my lips, I'm over you, over you, uh
Guess I should say thank you
For the "hate yous" and the tattoos
Oh baby, I'm cool by the way
Ain't sure I loved you anyway
Go 'head, babe, I'mma live my life, my life, yeah
Shout out to my ex, you're really quite the man
You made my heart break and that made me who I am
Here's to my ex, hey, look at me now
Well, I'm, I'm all the way up
I swear you'll never bring me down
Shout out to my ex, you're really quite the man
You made my heart break and that made me who I am
Here's to my ex, hey, look at me now
Well, I'm, I'm all the way up
I swear you'll never, you'll never bring me down
You'll never bring me down
Shout out to my ex, you're really quite the man
You made my heart break and that made me who I am
Here's to my ex, hey, look at me now
Well, I'm all the way up
I swear you'll never, you'll never bring me down
Shout out to my ex, you're really quite the man
You made my heart break and that made me who I am
Here's to my ex, hey, look at me now
Well, I'm, I'm all the way up,
I swear you'll never bring me down (You'll never bring me down)
Shout out to my ex, you're really quite the man
You made my heart break and that made me who I am
Here's to my ex, hey, look at me now (Won't you just look at me now)
Well, I'm, all the way up
I swear you'll never, you'll never bring me down
Yeah, oh, oh na na
You'll never bring me down
Meaning of Shout Out to My Ex
“Shout Out to My Ex” is a triumphant and unapologetically assertive anthem from Little Mix that dissects the messy aftermath of a long-term relationship with a potent blend of bitterness, self-discovery, and ultimately, liberation. The song’s core narrative revolves around moving past heartbreak after four years – a significant investment – when the artist discovers her ex has moved on. Initially wounded and acknowledging the pain, the lyrics quickly shift into a defiant declaration of independence; she wishes him better sex and subtly questions the authenticity of his new relationship, showcasing a shrewd awareness of the situation’s manipulative elements. The “thank you” refrain is brilliantly ironic, acknowledging the negativity and perhaps even the formative influence of the toxic relationship – "for the 'hate yous' and the tattoos" – suggesting that the heartbreak ultimately forged her resilience.
What elevates this track beyond a simple breakup song is its celebration of self-empowerment. The repeated assertion, “I’m all the way up,” coupled with the imagery of deleting photos and blocking his number, underscores a complete severing of ties. Little Mix masterfully uses the ex as a catalyst for growth; he's acknowledged as the source of pain but also recognized as instrumental in shaping her into a stronger, more self-assured individual. The final chorus is a powerful affirmation – a promise to herself that he will never diminish her spirit. Ultimately, “Shout Out to My Ex” isn’t about dwelling on past hurt, but rather harnessing it and transforming it into a declaration of freedom and a bold statement of self-worth, cementing Little Mix's position as vocal champions of female resilience.
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