In a time where music executives try to find the next YouTube sensation with catchy hooks and gimmick dance moves many artists have tried to conform and become clones but K.I. continues to be himself. He moves to excel where his contemporaries have failed.
While being raised in the hollowed out crime laden neighborhoods of Bridgeport, CT K.I.'s music would be influenced by its sights and sounds. He dug deep into hip hop artists such as Styles P and Jay Z taking away a love for telling stories with unbridled rigor seizing every opportunity to put pen to paper. As a teen K.I. found himself with composition notebooks full of rhymes. A childhood friend, DJ Invizible, was just starting to get into the producing game and after witnessing K.I.'s talent a lifelong business partnership and brotherhood was formed. K.I. spent all of his free time writing songs that would lay the groundwork for what his style has evolved into today.
After gaining local notoriety and feeling the need to be heard outside of Connecticut K.I., along with DJ Invizible, formed Port Authority Records. Port Authority signed a P&D deal with independent label Music Unlimited Records. After polishing his sound K.I. released his debut mixtape properly titled "I Want In." to be followed by "Angels & Demons" and "Evolution." With concepts shedding light on the failing music industry and its tired gimmicks the mixtapes put everyone on notice that K.I. was coming to do things his way.
With such a diverse display K.I. is ready to wake up a dormant industry and cement his name into the minds of fans everywhere, but more than that with the success of his debut album "Writing Is My Therapy" and his soon to be released sophomore album "It's Personal" K.I. is betting that hip hop is ready for music with substance once again.
Memories
K.I. Lyrics
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Straight off the plane to a new hotel
Just touched down, you could never tell
A big house party with a crowded kitchen
People talk shh but we don't listen
Tell me that I'm wrong but I do what I please
Now I'm at the age when I know what I need, oh, whoa
Midnight memories,
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, baby you and me
Stumbling in the street
Singing, singing, singing, singing
Midnight memories,
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, anywhere we go never say no
Just do it, do it, do it, do it
5 foot something with the skinny jeans
Don't look back, baby follow me
I don't know where I'm going but I'm finding my way
Same old shh but a different day
Tell me that I'm wrong but I do what I please
Way too many people in the Addison Lee
Now I'm at the age when I know what I need, oh, whoa
Midnight memories,
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, baby you and me
Stumbling in the street
Singing, singing, singing, singing
Midnight memories,
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, anywhere we go never say no
Just do it, do it, do it, do it
You and me and all our friends
I don't care how much we spend
Baby, this is what the night is for,
I know nothing's making sense
For tonight let's just pretend
I don't wanna stop so give me more
Midnight memories,
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, baby you and me
Stumbling in the street
Singing, singing, singing, singing
Midnight memories,
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, anywhere we go never say no
Just do it, do it, do it, do it
The song "Memories" by K.I. describes the experiences of the artist as he navigates through a new environment. He talks about arriving in a new hotel and being part of a big house party where there's a lot of chatter, but he chooses not to listen. He emphasizes the freedom he feels to do what he wants despite the presence of too many people. K.I. also talks about being at an age where he knows what he wants, and he's not afraid to go after it.
K.I. also alludes to the power of the moment in the song. He talks about the rush and exhilaration of experiencing new things and how he's determined to enjoy every moment. He describes a carefree attitude towards spending money and how he's willing to do whatever it takes to create unforgettable memories. It's a song that captures a time in life when one is open to adventurous experiences and willing to take risks.
Line by Line Meaning
Straight off the plane to a new hotel
We have just arrived at a new place and are staying in a hotel.
Just touched down, you could never tell
We have just arrived, and it's hard to tell we're new here.
A big house party with a crowded kitchen
We're at a crowded house party, and everyone is gathered in the kitchen.
People talk shh but we don't listen
People are whispering, but we're not paying attention to them.
Tell me that I'm wrong but I do what I please
I do what I want, even if others tell me it's wrong.
Way too many people in the Addison Lee
The car we're in is jam-packed with people.
Now I'm at the age when I know what I need, oh, whoa
I'm at an age where I know what's important to me.
Midnight memories, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, baby you and me
These are the memories we'll cherish, just me and you in the moment.
Stumbling in the street, singing, singing, singing, singing
We're stumbling down the street, singing without a care in the world.
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, anywhere we go never say no
Whenever and wherever we go, we never say no to having a good time.
Just do it, do it, do it, do it
We just do it, whatever it is.
5 foot something with the skinny jeans
I'm short and wearing skinny jeans.
Don't look back, baby follow me
Don't hesitate, just follow me wherever I go.
I don't know where I'm going but I'm finding my way
I may not know my destination, but I'll eventually find my way there.
Same old shh but a different day
The situation may be the same as always, but it's a new day.
You and me and all our friends
All of us, together.
I don't care how much we spend
The cost doesn't matter to me, as long as we're having fun.
Baby, this is what the night is for
This is why we're out tonight, to have a good time.
I know nothing's making sense
It doesn't have to make sense, we're just enjoying ourselves.
For tonight let's just pretend
Let's forget about reality for tonight.
I don't wanna stop so give me more
I don't want this to end, so let's keep going.
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC , EMI Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAMIE SCOTT
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