Kelly Clarkson recently released her latest album, “Chemistry,” which is a reflection of her divorce from ex-husband Brandon Blackstock. However, before its release, the 41-year-old singer made sure to have a conversation with Blackstock about the album’s content. During an appearance on “Today,” Clarkson revealed that she had a “little text exchange” with Blackstock about the album, stating that she did not want to diminish their relationship down to just one thing. She acknowledged that the album contains both pain and beauty, and while it is very personal, she was selective about the songs she chose to include, keeping her children in mind.
Clarkson filed for divorce from Blackstock in June 2020 after seven years of marriage, and the couple finally settled their split in March 2022 after two years of court battles. During this time, Clarkson began writing “Chemistry,” but she waited nearly three years before releasing it to the world. She wanted to ensure that she had processed her emotions and was ready to share her story with others.
Clarkson’s Emotional Journey
Clarkson has been open about the emotional toll the divorce took on her, stating that she “did not handle it well” and often cried so hard that she could not speak. Despite putting on a brave face for the public, she struggled to come to terms with the end of her marriage and the impact it would have on her family.
In her interview with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe, Clarkson revealed that she waited to release the album until she felt ready to talk about her experience in interviews without breaking down in tears. She explained that going through such a loss was a form of grief and required time to process.
While the album contains some scathing lyrics, Clarkson made sure to balance them with moments of beauty and reflection. She recognized that Blackstock may not listen to the album, but she wanted to make sure that her message was clear: their relationship contained both good and bad moments.
While Clarkson has had time to heal since her divorce, she stated that she is not currently looking for love. She is focused on her children and her music career, and she is grateful for the support of her fans during this difficult time.
Kelly Clarkson’s “Chemistry” album reflects her emotional journey through divorce and the complex nature of relationships. She communicated with her ex-husband about the album’s content and was selective about the songs she included, keeping her children in mind. Despite the pain and grief that came with the end of her marriage, Clarkson found moments of beauty and reflection that she shares with her listeners.