I believe ha. She's responding to what he wrote about her in his new book.

I just heard Clive Davis is releasing a memoir and spreading false information about me and my music. I refuse to be bullied and I just have to clear up his memory lapses and misinformation for myself and for my fans. It feels like a violation. Growing up is awesome because you learn you don't have to cower to anyone - even Clive Davis.

First, he says I burst into "hysterical sobbing" in his office when he demanded Since You Been Gone be on my album. Not true at all. His stories and songs are mixed up. I did want more guitars added to the original demo and Clive did not. Max, Luke and I still fought for the bigger sound and we prevailed and I couldn't be more proud of the life of that song. I resent him dampening that song in any way.

But, yes, I did cry in his office once. I cried after I played him a song I had written about my life called "Because Of You." I cried because he hated it and told me verbatim that I was a "sh*tty writer who should be grateful for the gifts that he bestows upon me." He continued on about how the song didn't rhyme and how I should just shut up and sing. This was devastating coming from a man who I, as a young girl, considered a musical hero and was so honored to work with.

But I continued to fight for the song and the label relented. And it became a worldwide hit. He didn't include that in the book.

He also goes on to say My December wasn't successful because I co-penned the album and it didn't have "pop hits". Well, first let me say, I've co-penned many of my "pop hits." Secondly, My December went platinum (It sold 20,000 less than All I Ever Wanted which followed My December.) Hardly a huge failure. Never Again, the ONLY single they released in the US from that record was a Top 10 hit. I am very proud of that and I have my fans to thank. But, again, what's most interesting about his story is what he leaves out: He doesn't mention how he stood up in front of his company at a convention and belittled me and my music and completely sabotaged the entire project. It never had a chance to reach it's full potential. My December was an album I needed to make for myself for many reasons and the fact that I was so completely disregarded and disrespected was so disheartening, there really aren't words to explain….

Anyway, I love my job. I love my music. I love my fans. I love my label and all of my professional relationships… now. And I am grateful for Clive for teaching me to know the difference.

Cheers to another amazing year! And, as always, thanks for listening!

KC

http://www.whosay.com/kellyclarkson/content/515466

It's nice to see she's sticking up for herself.

This, along with his smug behavior on American Idol, is why I don't like him. I think he's a petty man.

GO AHEAD HONEY!

Just one more reason to love this woman.

I didn't think it was possible to love Kelly Clarkson more but, after this, I do!

Seems like she's telling the truth, he's been difficult with other artists as well. Taylor Dayne has also stated that he was very difficult to work with and didn't really want her to have any creative control.

No wonder you don't hear of Whitney H. writing a song (back when she was alive).

Dissing this masterpiece? Pfft.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ra-Om7UMSJc

Good for her, and yes, I believe every word. CD has always seemed like a real sleaze to me. I'll forever associate him with his 2012 Grammy party where his biggest star lay dead upstairs as not to disturb the festivities.

My December was a great album but so not commercial/pop or what most ppl wanted from her. Her return to bubblegum pop was a smart move. It's good that she's telling her side of the story, but until your the owner and the boss you have people to answer to.

My December was a great album but so not commercial/pop or what most ppl wanted from her. Her return to bubblegum pop was a smart move. It's good that she's telling her side of the story, but until your the owner and the boss you have people to answer to.

The problem is that he openly sabotaged the album. I doubt it would have been a success, but he ensured it, to prove a point. That's just power tripping. He seems to care very little about anything but ego and power, and faded glories.

Loved My December. It's my second favorite Kelly album.

Wow. What an a--hole.

My December may not have been a commercial success domestically but it sure was internationally.

I've always liked and respected Clive Davis, but love Kelly Clarkson and back her 100% in this. *sigh*

My December may not have been a commercial success domestically but it sure was internationally.

Loved My December

No wonder you don't hear of Whitney H. writing a song (back when she was alive).

Dissing this masterpiece? Pfft.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ra-Om7UMSJc

Been a while since I saw the video or heard the song. Memories! Love it.