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Shout Out to My Ex Lyrics

by Little Mix

Lyricist: Little Mix

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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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