Studio Album · No. 3
My December Songwriting Credits by Kelly Clarkson
Produced by David Kahne · Engineered by Joe Barresi, Jimmy Messer, Andy Wallace
RCA Records
Pop RockAlternative RockHard Rock
100%
Authorship
Holds writing credit on 13 of 13 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 13 / 13 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 13 tracks with documented writers, by whether Kelly Clarkson carries a lyricist or composer credit.
13 trackswritten by Kelly Clarkson
0 tracksoutside writers
Kelly Clarkson's roles on this album
Share of the 13 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist100%
Composer100%
Producer0%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
13
Tracks
11
Lyricists
1
Producers
1 million
US Copies Sold
2007
Released
Data Insight
My December was the album on which Kelly Clarkson seized creative control, largely writing and composing the material herself with a small circle including bandmates Jason Halbert and Jimmy Messer. The personal, rock-leaning direction triggered a public clash with Sony BMG chief Clive Davis, who reportedly pushed for major changes and offered to pay for more radio-friendly songs, which Clarkson refused. Produced mainly by David Kahne, the record is her most self-authored and least outside-written project of this era, and that autonomy came at the cost of label support.
Track Listing & Credits 13 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Never Again
#8
|
Kelly ClarksonJimmy Messer | Kelly ClarksonJimmy Messer | David Kahne | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 2 |
One Minute
|
Kelly ClarksonKara DioGuardiChantal KreviazukRaine Maida | Kelly ClarksonKara DioGuardiChantal KreviazukRaine Maida | David Kahne | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 3 |
Hole
|
Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserDwight Baker | Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserDwight Baker | David Kahne | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 4 |
Sober
|
Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserAben EubanksCalamity McEntire | Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserAben EubanksCalamity McEntire | David Kahne | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 5 |
Don't Waste Your Time
|
Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserMalcolm PardonFredrik Rinman | Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserMalcolm PardonFredrik Rinman | David Kahne | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 6 |
Judas
|
Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserDwight Baker | Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserDwight Baker | David Kahne | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 7 |
Haunted
|
Kelly ClarksonJason HalbertJimmy Messer | Kelly ClarksonJason HalbertJimmy Messer | David Kahne | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 8 |
Be Still
|
Kelly ClarksonAben Eubanks | Kelly ClarksonAben Eubanks | David Kahne | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 9 |
Maybe
|
Kelly ClarksonAben EubanksJimmy Messer | Kelly ClarksonAben EubanksJimmy Messer | David Kahne | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 10 |
How I Feel
|
Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserDwight Baker | Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserDwight Baker | David Kahne | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 11 |
Yeah
|
Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserMalcolm PardonFredrik Rinman | Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserMalcolm PardonFredrik Rinman | David Kahne | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 12 |
Can I Have a Kiss
|
Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserDwight Baker | Kelly ClarksonJimmy MesserDwight Baker | David Kahne | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
| 13 |
Irvine
|
Kelly ClarksonAben EubanksJimmy Messer | Kelly ClarksonAben EubanksJimmy Messer | David Kahne | Kelly Clarkson (Lead Vocals) |
Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 12 contributors
KC
Kelly Clarkson
Writer · Vocals
JM
Jimmy Messer
Writer
AE
Aben Eubanks
Writer
DB
Dwight Baker
Writer
FR
Fredrik Rinman
Writer
MP
Malcolm Pardon
Writer
CM
Calamity McEntire
Writer
CK
Chantal Kreviazuk
Writer
JH
Jason Halbert
Writer
KD
Kara DioGuardi
Writer
RM
Raine Maida
Writer
DK
David Kahne
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions My December
Did Kelly Clarkson write My December?
Yes, to a large extent. Kelly Clarkson largely wrote and composed My December herself, working with a small group that included her bandmates Jason Halbert and Jimmy Messer. It is her most self-authored album of the period.
Why did Kelly Clarkson clash with the label over My December?
Sony BMG head Clive Davis requested major changes to the album and reportedly offered Clarkson money to replace several songs with more radio-friendly material. Clarkson refused, leading to a well-publicized conflict and reduced label promotion.
Did Kelly Clarkson write Never Again?
Yes. Kelly Clarkson co-wrote 'Never Again,' the lead single from My December. The song debuted and peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 on the strength of strong first-week digital downloads.
How did Never Again by Kelly Clarkson chart?
'Never Again' peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100. It entered the chart at that position thanks to strong early digital sales.
What genre is My December?
My December is a rock-oriented album spanning pop rock, alternative rock and hard rock. It marked a deliberate move away from the polished pop of Breakaway toward a more personal, guitar-driven sound.
How well did My December sell?
My December was certified Platinum in the United States, representing one million units, and Gold in markets including the UK, Canada, Australia and Ireland. It debuted at number 2 on the Billboard 200 with about 291,000 first-week copies.
Who produced My December?
My December was produced mainly by David Kahne, with contributions from Jason Halbert and Jimmy Messer. The stripped-back production reflected Clarkson's bid for greater creative control.