Keys To The Range
Jagged Edge feat. Jermaine Dupri Lyrics


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You've changed
you're not the girl that used to do things
The way I like it it's a damn shame
You was on your way to the house, money, keys, to the range
You've changed
you're not the girl that used to do things
The way I like it it's a damn shame
You was on your way to the house, money, keys, to the range

Say what the dilly yo?
Said uh, won't you tell me sumthin I didn't know
Do you got plans to be with me
Then why'd you flip the script on me
I need to know if you're the one
I can take around the world
So tell me tell me tell me baby
Why do you change??

You've changed
you're not the girl that used to do things
The way I like it it's a damn shame
You was on your way to the house, money, keys, to the range
You've changed
you're not the girl that used to do things
The way I like it it's a damn shame
You was on your way to the house, money, keys, to the range

I know you're feeling low
Now that you're thinking about the things that you let go
I know you're mad but uh
I'm kinda glad cuz uh
Look what you had and you still let it go away
Baby why shouldn't I be happy
I lost what I thought was close to me
I should have known that you're not right for me

You've changed
you're not the girl that used to do things
The way I like it it's a damn shame
You was on your way to the house, money, keys, to the range
You've changed
you're not the girl that used to do things
The way I like it it's a damn shame
You was on your way to the house, money, keys, to the range

I can't believe
Just when I thought you had me
Then you turned around changed the game on me
My fantasy
You've gotta put the work in, the work in
If you wanna be with me

All I remember was the relationship that was hot and strong
Please I need you to tell me where it all went wrong
Now was it my friends or your friends
Or was it the fact that you received a jag when you wanted a benz
Sound crazy?
I've seen hang-ups like that
I mean shit, something made you change up like that
I used to bang out your back, so ain't no way in hell
I kept you with a stack so I know very well
You never missed a meal and got everything you dreamed
Had me like, 'it's for real' bout to jump through a ring
White 10 carats and nothing but bling bling
And the right to tell me not to hit the scene
You wanna give that up?
What is it? Do I work too much?
Did the playa just lose his touch?
I mean it can't be that, I'm just shootin out things
I thought you was the one but damn you changed

You've changed
you're not the girl that used to do things
The way I like it it's a damn shame
You was on your way to the house, money, keys, to the range
You've changed
you're not the girl that used to do things




The way I like it it's a damn shame
You was on your way to the house, money, keys, to the range

Overall Meaning

The song "Keys to the Range" by Jagged Edge Feat. JD talks about a relationship that has changed. The lyrics express disappointment and frustration towards the girl who used to do things the way the singer likes it, but she has now changed. The line "You were on your way to the house, money, keys, to the range" suggests that she used to be driven and ambitious, but she has lost that quality. The singer seems to be asking what happened and why the girl changed, and he expresses uncertainty about whether or not she is the right one for him.


The chorus of the song repeats the statement "you've changed" twice, emphasizing the theme of the song. Jagged Edge's smooth vocals and the catchy beat make this a classic R&B song. The song's lyrics are relatable to many who have experienced a relationship that changed over time or didn't live up to expectations.


Line by Line Meaning

You've changed
The singer is addressing the fact that the subject has changed their behavior or personality, indicating that they are not the same person they used to be.


you're not the girl that used to do things
The singer is acknowledging that the subject no longer behaves in the same way as they used to, indicating a change in habits or actions.


The way I like it it's a damn shame
The singer expresses disappointment in the subject's new behavior, as it no longer aligns with their personal tastes or preferences.


You was on your way to the house, money, keys, to the range
The artist references a specific scenario in which the subject was on their way to a home that they have money and keys to access, as well as a range of some sort, possibly implying a car or gun range.


Say what the dilly yo?
The artist is asking the subject to clarify what is happening or what their intentions are.


Said uh, won't you tell me sumthin I didn't know
The singer is asking the subject to provide new information or insights that they were not previously aware of.


Do you got plans to be with me
The singer is questioning the subject's intentions and whether they want to pursue a relationship with them.


Then why'd you flip the script on me
The artist is expressing confusion or frustration with the subject's sudden change in behavior or attitude towards them.


I know you're feeling low
The artist acknowledges that the subject is likely feeling sad or upset about the current situation.


Now that you're thinking about the things that you let go
The artist suggests that the subject is reflecting on their past actions and what they may have lost or given up as a result of their change in behavior.


I'm kinda glad cuz uh
The singer admits to feeling some sense of relief or satisfaction in the fact that the subject's true colors have been revealed, indicating that they were not meant to be together.


Look what you had and you still let it go away
The artist is pointing out that the subject had a good thing going but still chose to abandon it or ruin it with their new behavior.


Baby why shouldn't I be happy
The singer is expressing their right to be happy and relieved that the relationship is over, given the negative changes that occurred.


I lost what I thought was close to me
The singer is acknowledging the pain and disappointment that they feel in losing someone they believed was important to them.


I should have known that you're not right for me
The singer expresses regret at not realizing sooner that the subject was not a good match for them, given their changed behavior.


I can't believe
The artist is expressing disbelief or shock at the subject's actions or behavior.


Just when I thought you had me
The artist is acknowledging that they had believed the subject had their heart, but that has since changed.


Then you turned around changed the game on me
The singer is expressing frustration or disappointment at how the subject's behavior or attitude suddenly shifted, changing the dynamic of their relationship.


My fantasy
The singer is referencing their idealized version of the relationship and their hopes for the future, which have since been shattered due to the subject's changes.


You've gotta put the work in, the work in
The artist is making it clear that if the subject wants to be with them, they will need to put in effort and work to make things right.


If you wanna be with me
The artist is restating their requirement that if the subject wants to be in a relationship with them, they will need to demonstrate a willingness to work hard and make an effort in the relationship.


All I remember was the relationship that was hot and strong
The artist is reflecting on the passionately intense relationship that they once had with the subject before the changes occurred.


Please I need you to tell me where it all went wrong
The singer is pleading with the subject to explain how and why their relationship deteriorated so quickly due to their changes in behavior.


Now was it my friends or your friends
The artist is questioning whether outside influences, such as friends or family, played a role in the subject's change in behavior.


Or was it the fact that you received a jag when you wanted a benz
The singer is suggesting that the subject's material desires or expectations may have influenced their change in behavior and priorities, as they settled for a Jaguar instead of a higher-end Benz.


Sound crazy?
The singer is acknowledging that their theories may seem far-fetched or outrageous, but they are attempting to pinpoint a reason for the subject's change in attitude.


I've seen hang-ups like that
The singer is implying that they have encountered similar instances of materialism or shifting priorities in the past that led to changes in behavior.


I mean shit, something made you change up like that
The artist is acknowledging that there must be a reason for the subject's sudden change in behavior or priorities.


I used to bang out your back, so ain't no way in hell
The artist is suggesting that they were a good partner and treated the subject well, so there is no reason for them to have changed their behavior.


I kept you with a stack so I know very well
The singer is implying that they provided the subject with financial support or stability, so they have reason to believe that the subject's changes were not justified.


You never missed a meal and got everything you dreamed
The singer highlights how they provided everything that the subject could have wanted or needed in terms of material possessions and support.


Had me like, 'it's for real' bout to jump through a ring
The artist expresses how committed they were to the relationship and how they were willing to go above and beyond for the subject.


White 10 carats and nothing but bling bling
The artist references a piece of jewelry, possibly an engagement ring, that they gave to the subject as a symbol of their love and commitment.


And the right to tell me not to hit the scene
The artist references how the subject had the authority to tell them not to go out and socialize with others, indicating how much power they had over the artist.


You wanna give that up?
The singer challenges the subject to consider whether their change in behavior is worth losing all of the benefits and privileges that came with the relationship.


What is it? Do I work too much?
The artist is questioning whether their own behavior, such as working too much, may have contributed to the subject's change in attitude or behavior.


Did the playa just lose his touch?
The singer is questioning whether their own status as a 'playa' or someone who is skilled with women has diminished or resulted in their relationship problems.


I mean it can't be that, I'm just shootin out things
The singer acknowledges that their previous theories may not be accurate and they are simply issuing new theories as to why the subject has changed.


I thought you was the one but damn you changed
The singer expresses how they had believed the subject was their soulmate, but their changed behavior has shattered that belief.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRANDON CASEY, BRANDON D CASEY, BRIAN CASEY, BRIAN D CASEY, BRYAN MICHAEL PAUL COX, JERMAINE DUPRI

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Comments from YouTube:

@igfromthe323

Was watchin "In Too Deep" with Omar Epps, LL Cool J and Nia Long and the scene when he walked into the club and this song was playing and I was like "Damn I haven't heard this since I was 12." Had to hop on youtube and listen to this joint.

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@swillzsmmg4045

i stg i jus did the same thang lol

@eyeno75

I'm watching it now :-)

@legendoricon

I'm watching it now too and came straight toYoutube.

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@jessicajones2618

I just can’t get this song out of my head today since I watched the movie “In too deep”. Jagged edge was such an underrated group. This was real R&B music here.

@peasypublishingcopeasybaby

Facts 💯 In Too Deep a classic I was watching it today my shit

@capsH40

I miss the days when R&B videos used to promote movies using clips in there vids

@inkoinfinity2

Churtz h Lol nostalgia <3

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