Studio Album · No. 2
Breakaway Songwriting Credits by Kelly Clarkson
Produced by John Shanks, Max Martin, Dr. Luke, David Hodges, Ben Moody, Raine Maida, Chantal Kreviazuk, Kara DioGuardi, Clif Magness · Engineered by Serban Ghenea, Tony Maserati
RCA Records
Pop RockPopRock
50%
Authorship
Holds writing credit on 6 of 12 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 6 / 12 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 12 tracks with documented writers, by whether Kelly Clarkson carries a lyricist or composer credit.
6 trackswritten by Kelly Clarkson
6 tracksoutside writers
Kelly Clarkson's roles on this album
Share of the 12 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist50%
Composer50%
Producer0%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
12
Tracks
17
Lyricists
9
Producers
12 million
Worldwide Copies Sold
2004
Released
Awards & Recognition 2
Best Pop Vocal Album (2006)
Best Female Pop Vocal Performance (for 'Since U Been Gone') (2006)
Data Insight
Breakaway marked a creative turning point built around the pop-rock production of Max Martin and Dr. Luke, who co-wrote and produced its breakout hit 'Since U Been Gone.' Kelly Clarkson co-wrote six of the twelve tracks, sharing credits with collaborators including David Hodges, Ben Moody and Kara DioGuardi, and the title track 'Breakaway' was written by Avril Lavigne and Matthew Gerrard. The blend of outside hitmakers and Clarkson's own input gave the album a sharper, guitar-driven identity that defined her commercial peak.
Track Listing & Credits 12 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Breakaway
#6
|
Matthew GerrardBridget BenenateAvril Lavigne | Matthew GerrardBridget BenenateAvril Lavigne | John Shanks | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 2 |
Since U Been Gone
#2
|
Max MartinLukasz Gottwald | Max MartinLukasz Gottwald | Max MartinDr. Luke | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 3 |
Behind These Hazel Eyes
#6
|
Kelly ClarksonMax MartinLukasz Gottwald | Kelly ClarksonMax MartinLukasz Gottwald | Max MartinDr. Luke | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 4 |
Because of You
#7
|
Kelly ClarksonDavid HodgesBen Moody | Kelly ClarksonDavid HodgesBen Moody | David HodgesBen Moody | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 5 |
Gone
|
Kara DioGuardiJohn Shanks | Kara DioGuardiJohn Shanks | John Shanks | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 6 |
Addicted
|
Kelly ClarksonDavid HodgesBen Moody | Kelly ClarksonDavid HodgesBen Moody | David HodgesBen Moody | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 7 |
Where Is Your Heart
|
Kelly ClarksonKara DioGuardiChantal Kreviazuk | Kelly ClarksonKara DioGuardiChantal Kreviazuk | Raine MaidaChantal Kreviazuk | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 8 |
Walk Away
#12
|
Kelly ClarksonKara DioGuardiChantal KreviazukRaine Maida | Kelly ClarksonKara DioGuardiChantal KreviazukRaine Maida | Kara DioGuardiChantal KreviazukRaine Maida | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 9 |
You Found Me
|
Kara DioGuardiJohn Shanks | Kara DioGuardiJohn Shanks | John Shanks | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 10 |
I Hate Myself for Losing You
|
Kara DioGuardiJimmy HarryShep Solomon | Kara DioGuardiJimmy HarryShep Solomon | Clif Magness | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 11 |
Hear Me
|
Kelly ClarksonKara DioGuardiClif Magness | Kelly ClarksonKara DioGuardiClif Magness | Clif Magness | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 12 |
Beautiful Disaster (Live)
|
Matthew WilderRebekah Jordan | Matthew WilderRebekah Jordan | - | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 18 contributors
KD
Kara DioGuardi
Writer · Producer
KC
Kelly Clarkson
Writer · Vocals
JS
John Shanks
Writer · Producer
BM
Ben Moody
Writer · Producer
CK
Chantal Kreviazuk
Writer · Producer
DH
David Hodges
Writer · Producer
MM
Max Martin
Writer · Producer
LG
Lukasz Gottwald
Writer
CM
Clif Magness
Writer · Producer
RM
Raine Maida
Writer · Producer
AL
Avril Lavigne
Writer
BB
Bridget Benenate
Writer
More from Kelly Clarkson
2003
33%
Thankful
RCA Records
12 tracksProd. Evan Rogers
2007
100%
My December
RCA Records
13 tracksProd. David Kahne
2009
43%
All I Ever Wanted
RCA Records
14 tracksProd. Dr. Luke
2011
46%
Stronger
RCA Records
13 tracksProd. Greg Kurstin
2013
36%
Wrapped in Red
RCA Records
14 tracksProd. Greg Kurstin
2015
23%
Piece by Piece
RCA Records
13 tracksProd. Greg Kurstin
2017
29%
Meaning of Life
Atlantic Records
14 tracksProd. The Monarch
2021
42%
When Christmas Comes Around...
Atlantic Records
12 tracksProd. Jason Halbert
2023
86%
Chemistry
Atlantic Records
14 tracksProd. Jason Halbert
Frequently Asked Questions Breakaway
Did Kelly Clarkson write Breakaway?
Partly. Kelly Clarkson co-wrote six of the twelve songs on Breakaway, working with collaborators such as Max Martin, Dr. Luke, David Hodges, Ben Moody and Kara DioGuardi. The title track was written for her by Avril Lavigne and Matthew Gerrard.
How many copies did Breakaway sell?
Breakaway sold an estimated 12 million copies worldwide. In the United States it was certified 6x Platinum by the RIAA.
Did Kelly Clarkson write Since U Been Gone?
No. 'Since U Been Gone' was written and produced by Max Martin and Dr. Luke. The song became Clarkson's signature hit, peaking at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Did Breakaway win a Grammy?
Yes. Breakaway won Best Pop Vocal Album at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards in 2006. At the same ceremony, 'Since U Been Gone' won Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.
Who wrote the song Breakaway by Kelly Clarkson?
The title track 'Breakaway' was written by Avril Lavigne and Matthew Gerrard, not by Kelly Clarkson. It peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100.
How high did Since U Been Gone chart?
'Since U Been Gone' peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in April 2005. It remains one of Kelly Clarkson's most successful and recognizable singles.
What genre is Breakaway?
Breakaway is primarily a pop rock album, incorporating elements of pop and rock. It moved away from the contemporary R&B leanings of her debut toward a more guitar-driven sound.