Drawing on his distinct falsetto voice, Ké can some times leave an androgynous vocal impression, but he was, and is, considered a 'heart-throb' in many parts of the world - from Italy to Korea to South America.
He is probably best known for his 1996 hit song, anti-war anthem "Strange World". The track came from his debut album, "I Am [ ]" which also featured the follow up single "Someday".
His popularity in Europe as a cult icon was cemented in part by the fact "Strange World" sold over 3 million copies, and topped radio charts in the UK, Italy and Germany as one of the most requested songs of 1996. A dance remix of the song, by Junior Vasquez, hit #1 on the Billboard dance chart.
Ké's second album was entitled "Shiny". He opted out of his multi-album contract with RCA after they refused to promote him and the record "Shiny" properly with one executive stating "he just seems too gay... ".
Rebounding on his own with a self released "Better Way of Living", which featured a duet with Macy Gray, Ke soon thereafter decided to return to his simple roots in Kansas, tending to his small farm there while being involved in Animal Welfare Issues.
Ké maintains a MySpace profile at www.myspace.com/kstrangeworld which features new tracks not found on any of his albums.
I Am
Ké Lyrics
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I wasn't out with any other girl
And I wanted you to know that I care
As my true love or as friends it all depends on the benefits that you give me
Why won't you kiss me?.
If you want to be part of me then you've got to have all of me
Open up your eyes to compromise
The other day, you played a game with me
We took the path train into the city
Somehow I just knew you were mad
It was the wrong train they all look the same
Graffiti painted windows and waiting with no seating..
I took a beating
If you want to be part of me then you've got to have all of me
Open up your eyes to compromise
I am your knight in shining armor
I am your night when days get harder
I am always here for you
And even though I am yellow cause the other fellow's gone
And even though I am blue because I am not that strong
Green means to go I don't know why I'm just standing here
I am here.. I am
In the song "I Am" by Ké, the lyrics deal with the complexities of relationships and communication. The first verse talks about a phone call from a partner, and the singer reassures them that they are not with anyone else and that they care. However, they also mention that the level of commitment depends on the benefits received. This could indicate a lack of trust or a transactional aspect to the relationship. The line "why won't you kiss me?" shows the singer's desire for physical affection and a deeper connection.
The second verse describes a frustrating experience taking the wrong train with the partner, leading to tension between them. However, the singer still offers their support and commitment as a "knight in shining armor" and a constant presence in the partner's life. The repeated line "I am" emphasizes this commitment and presents the singer as a steadfast figure.
Overall, the lyrics portray a relationship that has its ups and downs but is held together by the singer's dedication. However, there are underlying issues of trust and compromise that need to be addressed.
Line by Line Meaning
Last night when you called me
I am addressing a specific incident where you called me.
I wasn't out with any other girl
I want you to know that I wasn't doing anything that may have upset you.
And I wanted you to know that I care
I am expressing to you that I have feelings for you.
As my true love or as friends it all depends on the benefits that you give me
I am saying that our relationship's direction will be based on what benefits we receive from each other.
Why won't you kiss me?
I want to be physically intimate with you.
If you want to be part of me then you've got to have all of me
I am saying that I require a deep level of commitment from my partner.
Open up your eyes to compromise
I want you to be open to finding a middle ground in our relationship.
The other day, you played a game with me
I am speaking of a recent instance when we played a game together.
We took the path train into the city
We travelled to the city by train.
Somehow I just knew you were mad
I recognized that you were upset for some reason.
It was the wrong train they all look the same
We ended up on the wrong train amongst other identical trains.
Graffiti painted windows and waiting with no seating..
The train had graffiti on its windows and there were no available seats waiting for us.
I took a beating
I experienced a negative consequence as a result of our mistake.
I am your knight in shining armor
I am presenting myself as a hero or protector.
I am your night when days get harder
I am saying that I am here to provide comfort and support during difficult times.
I am always here for you
I am expressing my loyalty and commitment to you.
And even though I am yellow cause the other fellow's gone
I am feeling a sense of loneliness or sadness but trying to remain optimistic despite the absence of someone.
And even though I am blue because I am not that strong
I am feeling weak and vulnerable but still trying to persevere through my struggles.
Green means to go I don't know why I'm just standing here
I am unsure of why I am feeling stuck or unproductive in life despite green usually representing progress.
I am here.. I am
I am affirming my presence and existence.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ERIC ROBINSON, KEVIN COYNE
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