The main lead singer for Jodeci and the second lead singer for K-Ci and JoJo, much of K-Ci's performance and singing style, defined by an emotive, gospel-flavored rasp, is inspired by soul star Bobby Womack. K-Ci covered Womack's 1981 hit single "If You Think You're Lonely Now" as a single for the Jason's Lyric soundtrack in 1994.
As Womack inspired him, K-Ci inspired another R&B star, Mark "Sisqó" Andrews of the late-1990s R&B group Dru Hill. However, Sisqó and Dru Hill were initially blamed, including by K-Ci himself, of not just using his style as an inspiration, but of outright copying it to fuel their own success.
Between 1992 and 1997, K-Ci had a much-publicized romantic relationship with R&B singer and Uptown Records labelmate Mary J. Blige. Both artists perform on "I Don't Want To Do Anything" from Blige's What's the 411? album, and Blige often toured with Jodeci. Blige and K-Ci split up in 1997; Blige has gone on record a number of times stating that the split was because of alleged domestic violence and drug use.
In 1993, K-Ci and fellow Jodeci member DeVante Swing were involved in an incident with a woman K-Ci met in a club. They later went back to Devante's house. The woman filed charges against the two saying K-Ci fondled her breasts while Devante pointed a gun at her.
In 1999, K-Ci provided vocals for the Will Smith single "Will 2K".
In 2001, K-Ci got into more trouble with the law as he was charged with indecent exposure after he fondled his erect and exposed penis at a show in Los Angeles. He pleaded no contest, paid a fine, and was put on probation.
He now resides in Charlotte, North Carolina with his mother and brother JoJo in a mansion which was shown on MTV Cribs in 2000.
Discography:
(w/ JODECI)
* 1991: Forever My Lady #18 US [3x Platinum]
* 1993: Diary of a Mad Band #3 US [2x Platinum]
* 1995: The Show, The After Party, The Hotel #2 US [Platinum]
* 2005: Back to The Future: The Very Best of Jodeci #6 US [Gold]
(K-Ci & JoJo)
* 1997: Love Always
* 1999: It's Real
* 2000: X
* 2002: Emotional
* 2005: All My Life "Their Greatest Hits"
(K-Ci Solo)
* 2006: My Book
Filmography:
- Shake, Rattle and Roll: An American Love Story (1999) (TV) .... Nate
- Soul Food (1997) .... Band Member #5
- Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood (1996) (as Jodeci)
It's Alright
K-Ci Lyrics
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And It did
I said I dont wanna fight
But I did
You see
I only wear black one hour during the day
Wearing it longer
I´m hanging my head
Out of the back of a car
No one is driving, I know I wont get far
In this car
I said I dont need a tribe
I need you
This car is a kind of ark
You´re my tool
You said It´ll be alright
I got you
You say I will get far
With you
I only wear black one hour during the day
Wearing it longer
Is giving all away
I´m hanging my head
Out of the back of a car
No one is driving, I know I wont get far
In this car
I only wear black one hour during the day
Wearing it longer
Is giving all away
The lyrics to K-Ci's song "It's Alright" express a sense of ambiguity and uncertainty. The first two lines indicate that the singer received some form of reassurance that everything would be okay, and indeed it was. However, the next line suggests that the singer didn't want to fight, but ended up doing so anyway. This introduces a sense of internal conflict – perhaps the singer was struggling with their feelings or with external pressures.
The following lines introduce a powerful metaphor, in which the singer only wears black clothing for a limited time each day, because wearing it longer would "give it all away". This creates a sense of mystery, as we are left to wonder what "it" is and why it should be kept hidden. The next lines paint a surreal picture of the singer hanging their head out of the back of a car that's not being driven, symbolizing a sense of aimlessness, confusion, or vulnerability.
The final lines bring us back to the earlier metaphor, driving home the idea that some things are best kept hidden. The repetition of the lines about wearing black reinforce the idea that the singer is struggling with some kind of internal turmoil, and that this is the reason why they try to keep their true self concealed.
Line by Line Meaning
They said It'll be alright
People reassured me that everything would be okay.
And It did
Their reassurances proved to be true.
I said I don't wanna fight
I expressed my desire to avoid conflict.
But I did
Despite my desire, I ended up getting into a fight anyways.
You see, I only wear black one hour during the day
I have a specific routine when it comes to wearing a particular color.
Wearing it longer, Is giving all away
If I deviate from my routine, it reveals something about myself.
I'm hanging my head out of the back of a car
I'm physically in a vulnerable position.
No one is driving, I know I won't get far, In this car
I'm aware that I'm not in control of the situation.
I said I don't need a tribe, I need you
I expressed the importance of having an individual connection.
This car is a kind of ark, You're my tool
The car is a mode of transportation that I rely on, and you are my support system.
You said It'll be alright, I got you
You reaffirmed your support and ability to assist me.
You say I will get far, With you
You are confident in our ability to succeed together.
I only wear black one hour during the day
Repetition of earlier line to emphasize the importance of my routine.
Wearing it longer, Is giving all away
Repetition of earlier line to further emphasize the significance of my routine.
I'm hanging my head out of the back of a car
Repetition of earlier line to maintain the image of my vulnerability.
No one is driving, I know I won't get far, In this car
Repetition of earlier line to reinforce my lack of control in the situation.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Tove Kampestuen
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