Album: My December (2007)
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  • Clarkson (from her record label's website): "The song is about this guy I was dating, who was so cool, but wasn't able to put up with me being in the public eye all the time. I want a real man, not someone who's going to walk around on eggshells and be a 'yes' person. I want someone to let me know if they're happy, mad or sad."

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  • Jaynilee from West Palm Beach, FlUmmmmm I think this song is amazing it help me get through some tough times and her vocal ability is just fine thank you very much and it is incredible.
  • Theresa from Murfreesboro, TnMy least fave song on My December - it goes nowhere but her vocals are incredible on it.
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