How Do I Tell Her?
R. Kelly · Love Letter [2010]
How do I tell her that I'm gonna wait?
When I know that she'll be begging me to stay.
And how do I tell her, that the time has come to part?
When she's, she's gonna take it so hard.
I don't wanna break her heart,
I don't wanna see her cry!
Cause I promised her forever,
That I'll be by her side.
So, how do I tell her, tell her goodbye?
Oh yeah!
How do I tell her that my path is gonna change,
When I know that her heart won't be able to stand the pain?
And how do I tell her that I'm moving on with my life,
When she's just gonna break down and die?
Oh, I don't wanna break her heart, no!
I don't wanna break her heart,
I don't wanna see her cry!
When I promised a girl forever I'll be by her side?
So, how do I tell her, tell her goodbye?
Oh yeah!
Listen!
She's been forever faithful, hones and true,
Yes she was!
My god, this is gonna be the worst thing that I ever had to do!
How, how, how, how, how?
How do I tell her, oh, that the time has come to part,
When I know she's gonna take it so very bad?
Yes she is!
I don't wanna break her heart,
I don't wanna see her cry!
When I promised her forever,
That I'll be by her side.
How do I tell her, tell her, tell her goodbye?
Bye, bye, oh baby, bye!
How do I tell her, how do I tell her, goodbye babe?
I want somebody tell me,
How do I tell her, girl?
Bye, bye baby!
Bye, bye babe!
Bye, bye babe!
Bye, bye babe!
When I know that she'll be begging me to stay.
And how do I tell her, that the time has come to part?
When she's, she's gonna take it so hard.
I don't wanna break her heart,
I don't wanna see her cry!
Cause I promised her forever,
That I'll be by her side.
So, how do I tell her, tell her goodbye?
Oh yeah!
How do I tell her that my path is gonna change,
When I know that her heart won't be able to stand the pain?
And how do I tell her that I'm moving on with my life,
When she's just gonna break down and die?
Oh, I don't wanna break her heart, no!
I don't wanna break her heart,
I don't wanna see her cry!
When I promised a girl forever I'll be by her side?
So, how do I tell her, tell her goodbye?
Oh yeah!
Listen!
She's been forever faithful, hones and true,
Yes she was!
My god, this is gonna be the worst thing that I ever had to do!
How, how, how, how, how?
How do I tell her, oh, that the time has come to part,
When I know she's gonna take it so very bad?
Yes she is!
I don't wanna break her heart,
I don't wanna see her cry!
When I promised her forever,
That I'll be by her side.
How do I tell her, tell her, tell her goodbye?
Bye, bye, oh baby, bye!
How do I tell her, how do I tell her, goodbye babe?
I want somebody tell me,
How do I tell her, girl?
Bye, bye baby!
Bye, bye babe!
Bye, bye babe!
Bye, bye babe!
How Do I Tell Her? - R. Kelly
Released on the 2010 album Love Letter, "How Do I Tell Her?" is a soulful R&B track that showcases R. Kelly's signature vocal style and emotional depth. The song explores themes of romantic vulnerability and the complexities of confession, fitting within the genre's tradition of intimate storytelling. As part of his discography from this era, the recording reflects Kelly's ability to blend smooth melodies with poignant lyrics, maintaining a connection to his earlier work while addressing contemporary relationship dynamics. The track stands as a testament to his continued influence in the R&B landscape, offering a polished performance that resonates with listeners seeking heartfelt musical expression.