1) Kim Ki-bum (Hangul: 김기범) (bo… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists named Key:
1) Kim Ki-bum (Hangul: 김기범) (born September 23, 1991), better known by his stage name Key (Hangul: 키) , is a South Korean singer, dancer, rapper, songwriter, actor, fashion designer and television presenter. Born and raised in Daegu, South Korea, he later travelled to Seoul after a successful audition at the S.M. National Tour Audition Casting. In May 2008, Key debuted as a member of South Korean boy group SHINee, who later went on to become one of the best-selling artists in South Korea.
As a singer, he has collaborated with various artists, and debuted in the sub-unit Toheart with Woohyun of Infinite. He made his debut as a soloist in November 2018 with the release of the digital single "Forever Yours", and his first studio album, Face, was released later that month. Key has also contributed to songwriting that have been released in Shinee's and Toheart's albums. As an actor, he was cast in multiple musicals, such as Bonnie & Clyde, Zorro, and Chess. He has since widened his field as an actor by taking part in several television drama roles, like Drinking Solo and The Guardians. In 2015, he collaborated with Bridge Shop House to design Shinee concert outfits. Due to the success of his works, Key was later appointed as fashion director of the group. In 2016, he became a model for the American fashion brand Jill Stuart.
2) Key (Brazil) was a blues/psychedelic rock band from Rio de Janeiro active in 2013. The band name was inspired by the blues standard Key to the Highway. The group's classic formation consisted in Pedro Henrique Bravo (vocals), Carlos Eduardo Brito (bass), João Carlos Pinho (guitar) and Pedro Salles S (drums).
3) Key (USA) is a rapper/hip-hop artist from Atlanta. Also known as Key!
4) Key (Japan) is the artist name for the two below in Key Sounds Label, the sound creation team for the adventure game brand Key from 1999: Jun Maeda on composition and Shinji Orito on arrangement. They have composed mainly soundtracks and theme songs with vocal for the games.
5) KEY (Norway) is a Norwegian singer/songwriter, doing melodig and mellow acoustic songs in the style of John Martyn and Nick Drake.
6) Key (West Germany) were a late seventies Beatlesque soft/psych rock band whose sound deftly recalled the Toy Town psyche of a decade earlier.
7) Key (East Germany) was the synthesizer duo of Andreas Fregin and Frank Fehse, which existed since 1984 till 1990.
8) Key (Finland) is a Finnish post-punk / neofolk duo formed by Rauta (Circle of Ouroborus) and Kaarna (Somnivore). Cocainacopia released a hand-made wooden box including three previously unreleased demo tapes in 2010, shortly followed by the full-length albums “Crown of Winter” (2010) and "Silver Moon Slumber" (2011), both released on Anima Arctica.
9) Key (Germany) were a jazz quintet featuring Markus Stockhausen who released one eponymous album in 1977.
10) Key (USA-2) are a heavy metal band from Melbourne, FL.
11) Shakeya "Key" Huggins released the album Thoughts From Key in 2001. For more info check out the alternative tag.
Bound
Key Lyrics
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솔직하게 say out, say out
현실이 뭔지 (현실이 뭔지)
Feel so far away now, away now
순간 내 모든 게 달라졌을 때
몸부림쳐
Run
속지 마 이건 다 껍데기
(깨어나, 벗어나)
발버둥 치고 (발버둥 치고)
틈을 향해 달려
Run
전부 의심해
나조차도 믿을 수 없어
다시 기억해 (다시 기억해)
꿈조차도 잊을 수 있어
진실에 닿았다 느껴진다 해도
몸부림쳐
Run
깨어나, 벗어나 완전히
속지 마 이건 다 껍데기
(깨어나, 벗어나)
발버둥 치고 (발버둥 치고)
틈을 향해 달려
Run
(깨어나, 벗어나) you got me bound
(깨어나, 벗어나) you got me bound
(깨어나, 벗어나) you got me bound
틈을 향해 달려
Run
새로 나 태어나 완전히
잊지 마 언젠가 또다시
발버둥 치고 (발버둥 치고)
틈을 향해 달려
Run
(깨어나, 벗어나) you got me bound
(깨어나, 벗어나) you got me bound
(깨어나, 벗어나) you got me bound
틈을 향해 달려
Run
You got me bound
틈을 향해 달려
Run
The lyrics to Key's song "Bound" express a sense of frustration and a desire to break free from the constraints and falsehoods of the world. The opening line, "거짓투성이" (which translates to "full of lies"), sets the tone for the song's theme of dishonesty and the need for honesty. Key encourages the listener to speak out honestly and not be deceived by the facade of reality.
The line "Feel so far away now, away now" suggests a feeling of detachment from reality, as if the singer's true self is distant and disconnected. When everything suddenly changes, the singer is urged to fight back and run, symbolizing the desire for liberation and the need to escape from the constraints and illusions of the world.
The chorus of the song reinforces this message of breaking free. Key tells the listener to wake up, separate themselves completely, and not fall for superficiality. The line "발버둥 치고" (which translates to "struggle") emphasizes the determination to resist and fight against the false reality, and to run towards the cracks and openings that lead to freedom.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of self-doubt and the difficulty of trusting even oneself. Key sings, "전부 의심해, 나조차도 믿을 수 없어," meaning "I doubt everything, I can't even trust myself." This reveals the struggle to discern truth from falsehood and the need to constantly challenge and question everything.
Overall, "Bound" is a song that speaks to the desire for authenticity, the need to break free from the illusions of the world, and the courage to pursue individual truth and freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
거짓투성이
Filled with lies
솔직하게 say out, say out
Speaking honestly, say out, say out
현실이 뭔지 (현실이 뭔지)
What reality is (What reality is)
Feel so far away now, away now
Feels so distant now, distant now
순간 내 모든 게 달라졌을 때
When everything about me changed in an instant
몸부림쳐
Struggle
Run
Run
깨어나, 벗어나 완전히
Wake up, escape completely
속지 마 이건 다 껍데기
Don't be fooled, this is all a shell
(깨어나, 벗어나)
(Wake up, escape)
발버둥 치고 (발버둥 치고)
Thrash about (Thrash about)
틈을 향해 달려
Run towards the gap
전부 의심해
Doubt everything
나조차도 믿을 수 없어
I can't even trust myself
다시 기억해 (다시 기억해)
Remember again (Remember again)
꿈조차도 잊을 수 있어
Even dreams can be forgotten
진실에 닿았다 느껴진다 해도
Even if it feels like I've reached the truth
몸부림쳐
Struggle
깨어나, 벗어나 완전히
Wake up, escape completely
속지 마 이건 다 껍데기
Don't be fooled, this is all a shell
(깨어나, 벗어나)
(Wake up, escape)
발버둥 치고 (발버둥 치고)
Thrash about (Thrash about)
틈을 향해 달려
Run towards the gap
(깨어나, 벗어나) you got me bound
(Wake up, escape) you got me bound
(깨어나, 벗어나) you got me bound
(Wake up, escape) you got me bound
(깨어나, 벗어나) you got me bound
(Wake up, escape) you got me bound
틈을 향해 달려
Run towards the gap
새로 나 태어나 완전히
Completely reborn as a new me
잊지 마 언젠가 또다시
Don't forget, someday once again
발버둥 치고 (발버둥 치고)
Thrash about (Thrash about)
틈을 향해 달려
Run towards the gap
(깨어나, 벗어나) you got me bound
(Wake up, escape) you got me bound
(깨어나, 벗어나) you got me bound
(Wake up, escape) you got me bound
(깨어나, 벗어나) you got me bound
(Wake up, escape) you got me bound
틈을 향해 달려
Run towards the gap
You got me bound
You have me bound
틈을 향해 달려
Run towards the gap
Run
Run
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Tae Won Park, Bram Katz Inscore, Sarah Theresa Hudson, Dale Antoni David Tyczynski, Manu Rios
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Alexis C.
"Helium", now this. Choreographies to Key's b-sides are freaking killing me. He offers absolutely one the best and the most original choreos in kpop imo. Classy & elegant, but also naughty & very memorable.
Bob the Builder Day6 Leader
+ You’ve worded it so well. This is why he’s b-side choreographies are so eye catching.
Jajajack Fruit
Key’s dancing skill deserves more recognition. His body control and movements are commendable
Sophie 1111
I couldn’t agree more. This is what i keep saying. I really hoped he really gets all the attention he deserves now. He’s an amazing person and artist.
알못알못
자기 생일에 다 해주는 남자 최고.. 바운드 안무 개좋아 김기범 춤 존잘
피그말리온
너무 제가 하고 싶은말을 다 써주셨어요ㅋㅋ
Lily likes Youtube
I feel like Key would be SO GOOD at full on voguing. We see a bit of it in this choreo and you can just TELL
SHINee_junkie
The way he moves.... One of the best dancers out there 🔥
S Kapdi
Truly is
emma pearce
1000% my favourite song on the album! this choreography and song contrasts gasoline so well. it comes right after gasoline on the album and its such a smart decision. gasoline is fiery and explosive strong choreography and grand instrumentals while this has a controlled and smooth choreography with sultry and slow rhythmic verses i love the two SOOOO MUCHJJHHH