Growing up in Los Angeles with two working parents, Gavin Heaney carried a house key with him to let himself in after school. The hours he spent alone were absorbed watching TV, especially classic music videos on MTV. A deep longing to be a rock star ensued and he taught himself to play every instrument he could get his hands on.
As he grew up, Heaney’s key started opening new doors. He played in various bands and opened for many of his favorite artists such as Sublime, Jack Johnson, John Cruz and The Wailers. He became an esteemed songwriter and an accomplished musician and realized that his calling was to become a solo artist. Latch Key Kid was born.
Playing the guitar, bass, piano, drums, mandolin and harmonica on his recordings, Gavin Heaney creates his own signature sound. He composes layers of melodic harmonies that provide landscapes of emotion. His intimate lyrics are warm, inviting and relatable by all ages. His songwriting is comparable to modern day influences like Elliott Smith and Jack Johnson as well as classic songwriters such as Bob Dylan, John Lennon and Paul Simon.
“Music is the most invoking way to express myself,” says Heaney. “There’s just too much going on between the lines. Shades of emotion and meaning are best expressed through melodies.”
One of Gavin Heaney’s major accomplishments has been his ability to unlock the doors of Hollywood and license his music in Film, Television and Advertising. Most notably, the single “Good Times” was licensed for the trailer, opening credit sequence and soundtrack of the DreamWorks film, I Love You Man (2009), the trailer of the Warner Bros. film The Invention of Lying (2009) and Coca-Cola’s Super Bowl XLII (2008) Jinx commercial, which reached an audience of 97 million. Latch Key Kid songs have also appeared in Pioneer (US), Rogers Wireless (Canada) and Gottschalks Department Stores (US) commercials and on a myriad of TV shows such as The Hills (MTV), Ghost Whisperer, The Amazing Race (CBS), Men In Trees (ABC), Degrassi The Next Generation (CTV), Packed To The Rafters (Seven Network) and Road Trip Nation (PBS).
Latch Key Kid’s success in the licensing world led to a distribution deal with Warner Music Australia to exclusively release the newest album “All Becomes One” in Australia and New Zealand.
The key that has opened so many doors is still carried by Gavin Heaney and is a constant reminder of his life as the Latch Key Kid.
Good Times
Latch Key Kid Lyrics
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And change our view.
We dont see eye to eye,
Sometimes its true.
Good times will come around,
When we follow through.
I just want to share a smile with a friend like you.
A friend like you (5 times)
No use in spliting up,
We're on a team.
Lets just go win the game,
One for you and me.
We might just find a way,
To a better day.
When all our worries and our troubles melt away.
Melt away (5 times)
The lyrics of Latch Key Kid's "Good Times" describe the ups and downs of a friendship, and the importance of sticking together and overcoming their differences. The opening lines suggest the singer's desire to change their perspective and work through any issues they may have with their friend. The chorus emphasizes the belief that better times are ahead if they stick together, and highlights the joy of simply sharing a smile with a good friend. The second verse nods to the idea that conflict is natural but ultimately, it's better for them to work together instead of against each other. They can work through the issues that arise and find a way to a better day where their worries drift away.
Overall, the lyrics promote the values of loyalty, teamwork, and communication, suggesting that these are key elements in a lasting friendship. The song's upbeat melody reflects the positive message of the lyrics, creating a catchy and optimistic tune that is sure to lift spirits.
Line by Line Meaning
Why dont we step outside,
Let's change our environment and get some fresh air.
And change our view.
Let's try to see things in a new light and gain a fresh perspective.
We dont see eye to eye,
We have disagreements and conflicting opinions at times.
Sometimes its true.
It's a fact that we don't always see things the same way.
Good times will come around,
We can look forward to better times ahead.
When we follow through.
By taking action and following through on our plans, we can create those good times.
I just want to share a smile with a friend like you.
I value our friendship and want to enjoy happy times together.
A friend like you (5 times)
Reaffirmation of the value and importance of a good friend.
No use in spliting up,
It's not worth it to divide and separate from each other.
We're on a team.
We are united and should work together.
Lets just go win the game,
Let's aim for victory or success together.
One for you and me.
We can both benefit from this success or accomplishment.
We might just find a way,
It's possible that we can discover a solution or way out of a difficult situation.
To a better day.
We can look forward to a brighter future.
When all our worries and our troubles melt away.
We can experience relief and freedom from our problems.
Melt away (5 times)
Repetition of the idea of letting our worries disappear and feeling a sense of calm and peace.
Contributed by Nicholas E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.