It's Over Now (Deborah Cox song)
"It's Over Now" is a song by Canadian R&B singer Deborah Cox. It was released in November 1999 as the second single from her second studio album, One Wish (1998). The song was written and produced by Montell Jordan and Anthony "Shep" Crawford.
"It's Over Now" is a mid-tempo R&B ballad that deals with the themes of heartbreak and moving on after a failed relationship. In the song, Cox sings about the pain of realizing that a relationship is beyond repair and the difficult decision to end it. She expresses the resolve to move forward and find happiness despite the emotional turmoil.
The song received positive reviews from music critics, who praised Cox's vocal performance and the song's relatable lyrics. It achieved moderate success on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at number 20. It also performed well on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, reaching number 8.
A music video, directed by Bille Woodruff, accompanied the single's release. The video depicts Cox grappling with the end of a relationship and eventually finding the strength to move on. The video received airplay on music video channels such as MTV and BET.
"It's Over Now" remains a popular song among Deborah Cox fans and is frequently featured on R&B throwback playlists. The song’s themes of heartbreak and resilience continue to resonate with listeners.