Kelly Clarkson’s song “Piece By Piece” has evolved alongside her life. Originally written about her father’s abandonment and how her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock helped her heal, the lyrics spoke of love restoring her faith.

After their 2022 divorce, Clarkson rewrote the song to reflect independence and self-love, singing about taking care of herself and finding strength in heartbreak.

She told fans the song keeps changing with her journey, admitting it no longer felt right to place so much hope in one person. Now, it’s an anthem of empowerment — one she says will keep transforming as she does.