There are several artists named Key:

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.

Intro
Key Lyrics

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father I straight
My hands to be
crying love will man but me

Overall Meaning

In the song Intro by Key, the first line "father I straight" seems to reflect a sense of seeking guidance or approval from a paternal figure. It could signify a desire for validation or acceptance from a father figure, seeking to make the singer's actions or paths in life align with what is expected or approved by their father. There may be a sense of longing for a connection or understanding with the paternal figure, indicating a need for direction or support in navigating their own life journey.

The following line "My hands to be" could hint at a metaphorical gesture of reaching out or offering oneself to someone or something. It may symbolize a willingness to engage or connect with others, to be of service or contribute in some way. The repetition of the word "be" suggests a sense of existence or presence, emphasizing the singer's readiness to take on roles or responsibilities, to actively participate in their own life and perhaps in the lives of others.

The line "crying love will man but me" holds a poignant and introspective tone, implying a deep emotional yearning or lament about the nature of love and companionship in the singer's life. The phrase "crying love" evokes a sense of sorrow or desperation for love, highlighting a longing for genuine affection and connection. The phrase "will man but me" could suggest a feeling of being overlooked or unloved, comparing oneself to others who seem to find love more easily or abundantly.

Overall, these lyrics in Key's song Intro appear to delve into themes of seeking guidance, offering oneself for connection, and yearning for love and acceptance. The words carry emotional weight and vulnerability, expressing a complex blend of introspection, longing, and reflection on the singer's relationship with their father, themselves, and the elusive nature of love. Through introspective lines and emotive imagery, Key paints a rich and layered picture of human experiences and emotions, inviting listeners to contemplate the complexities of relationships, self-discovery, and the pursuit of love and understanding.

Line by Line Meaning

father I straight
I strive to be a better person and live up to the expectations set by my father.

My hands to be
I am willing to work hard and put in the effort to achieve my goals.

crying love will man but me
Even though others may doubt me or show me less love, I will continue to believe in myself and my own abilities.

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