Keri Hilson Opens Up About Infamous Diss Track

Keri Hilson is finally shedding light on a notorious moment from her past—the remix of "Turnin' Me On" that stirred up a storm in 2009, widely perceived as a diss aimed at Beyoncé.

Behind the Scenes of the Remix Incident

During a recent appearance on The Breakfast Club, Hilson candidly discussed the pressures and regrets surrounding the remix that sparked so much backlash. Surprisingly, she revealed that the controversial lines weren't even her own composition.

"It’s a regret," Hilson confessed. "But not in the way people might think; those words weren’t mine." She explained that producer Polow Da Don insisted on making a remix while she was gearing up to launch her debut album, *In a Perfect World*. Shockingly, upon her return from touring with Lil Wayne, Hilson discovered Polow had already prepared lyrics from another writer.

The Controversial Lyrics She Didn’t Want to Say

The lyrics in question were brazenly pointed, implying that Beyoncé needed to step back from her career to focus on family (

"She needs to sit down, she fake... Go ‘head and tell these folks how long I’ve been writing your songs." This boldness was far from Hilson’s style.

The Battle Against Creative Control

Hilson described her deep unease with the lyrics, stating, "I’m an athlete but I’m a finesse player. I don't do dirty plays." Despite her resistance and attempts to pen her own verse, the pressure mounted.

"I was in tears. I didn’t want to do it," she recalled, feeling cornered by Polow's insistence that the diss be included in her work, stating that it was a condition for her upcoming album release.

The Aftermath and Lasting Impact

Ultimately, the remix leaked, spiraling into chaos and drawing ire from fans and critics alike who believed she was targeting several artists, including Beyoncé and Ciara. "Iprotected the team and the writer who ultimately succeeded. Now, I bear the consequences," Hilson lamented, likening her experience to wearing a 'scarlet letter'.

A Co-Writer Steps Forward with an Apology

In the wake of Hilson's revelations, fellow songwriter Ester Dean, who co-wrote the remix, expressed her regret on Instagram. She remarked how the lyrics were "childish" and acknowledged their impact on women: "I take full accountability. Growth is real, and so is this apology."

Fear Stopped Her from Speaking Up

Hilson concluded her interview by reflecting on her silence regarding the incident, stating, "I just didn’t want to step into shit anymore. I was scared. But my fear had nothing to do with Beyoncé. I love her and have always respected her artistry."