Affectionately known as the "B-team," Lance & Tony went on to pen songs for Alexander O'Neal, New Edition, and other artists that came to Flyte Tyme looking for songs. After solidifying their place in the studio as up & coming producers and songwriters, the ambitious pair put together the Lo-Key project. The first album "Where Dey At?" was named after a dig at a Jamaican studio owner who signed Lance to a 'slave' contract before his Flyte Tyme deal and owed him money and kept his Masters. Although amongst music circles the group was lauded, Lo-Key never reached Platinum or Gold status, due to corporate restructuring and political maneuvering at A&M records. Performances were kept at a minimum, due to the grooming of Lance & Tony as producers. After the sale of the Perspective imprint, Tony became A&R for a while at the new Flyte Tyme Records, and Lance went on to form his own label, "Baby Honey Records", with music promoter B-Rich, which is based out of Atlanta, as well as the Baby Honey Recording studio. The only group signed to Baby Honey Records was V.I.P., a trio vocal group from Minneapolis. The rest of Lo-Key disbanded.
Lance Alexander discovered the R&B group 'Next' while working as a staff writer at Flyte Tyme Productions. Initially, the pair brought the group, who was known at the time as 'Straight 4ward,' into the Flyte Tyme studios to cut demos and after pitching the group to Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, the Producers passed on the project. After performing at an annual black music seminar in Minneapolis, Naughty by Nature's DJ Kay Gee discovered the group and signed them to a recording contract. Lance wrote the B-side "Butta Love" to the million selling single "Too Close". The group was renamed Next. Lo-Key was influenced heavily by Con Funk shun, and also by old school R&B acts.
Can't Stop Thinking About You
Lo-Key Lyrics
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Ouuuuuu
Yeah you keep on running round in my head
Yeah I really cannot sleep without you
Ouuuuuu
Yeah my heart is just hanging by threads
Yeah you said I would change
Yeah you knew that I wouldn't
Even times that I couldn't
Yeah I went through the pain
Yeah I know that I shouldn't
Yeah I walked through the rain
Yeah I walked through the rain
Yeah you were my woman
Everyday I'm reminded of you
Looking through my memories
And we always smiling too
Always had me laughing
Yeah you knew that you were such a goof
Since you left a piece of me has been missing
I swear it was you
Hate when you be pressing decline and
I swear that I need refining
I swear to god you the strongest
I swear the strongest of minds and
I felt like I needed guidance
You were so perfect at guiding
I wish that I could rewind it
I wish that I could rewind
All the fucking times we had
Yeah I really wish that we could really go back
But I can't change this shit I can't change the past
Yeah all the shit we gone through
Push through all that
All that
Hoping that I get a second chance
Hoping that we really meet again
Swear that you were my only friend
That's the way I really wanted it
No I can't stop thinking bout you
Ouuuuuu
Yeah you keep on running round in my head
Yeah I really cannot sleep without you
Ouuuuuu
Yeah my heart is just hanging by threads
Yeah you said I would change
Yeah you knew that I wouldn't
And I payed for your things
Even times that I couldn't
Yeah I went through the pain
Yeah I know that I shouldn't
Yeah I walked through the rain
Yeah I walked through the rain
Yeah you were my woman
Remember times at the beach
When we out at the sea
I was holding you there
You were the only thing that I fucking looked at
I really wish we could go back
I wouldn't care if I lived my life out a bookbag
Long as I'd had you I really didn't care what I had
Yeah I swear all these bitches
Yeah I swear that they trash
And I do anything baby to just have you back
Yeah just have you back
Oh
Oh
Need you
I need you
Come back
The lyrics of Lo-Key's song "Can't Stop Thinking About You" express the artist's intense longing and emotional attachment to a past lover. The singer confesses that they cannot stop thinking about this person, emphasizing their inability to sleep and the lingering presence of their memories. The chorus repeats this sentiment, as the heart is described as "just hanging by threads," suggesting a sense of vulnerability and pain.
The verse delves into the complexities of the relationship, highlighting the singer's willingness to change and cater to their partner's needs, even when it was challenging for them. The lyrics also reflect on the painful moments, acknowledging that the singer shouldn't have endured such pain but did so because of their love for this person. The shift in perspective implies a sense of regret, as the singer wishes they could go back in time and relive the happy moments they shared. The reference to the past lover as their "only friend" suggests a deep emotional bond and dependency.
The lyrics also touch on themes of heartbreak, longing, and the desire for a second chance. The repetition of the phrase "I need you" indicates the singer's desperation and yearning to have this person back in their life. Ultimately, the song conveys a sense of longing, regret, and the longing for a second chance with a significant past love.
Line by Line Meaning
No I can't stop thinking bout you
I can't get you out of my mind
Yeah you keep on running round in my head
Your presence occupies my thoughts constantly
Yeah I really cannot sleep without you
I struggle to sleep in your absence
Yeah my heart is just hanging by threads
My emotional state is fragile and vulnerable
Yeah you said I would change
You believed I would transform
Yeah you knew that I wouldn't
However, you were aware I wouldn't
And I payed for your things
I financially supported you
Even times that I couldn't
Even when it was difficult for me
Yeah I went through the pain
I endured the suffering
Yeah I know that I shouldn't
I am aware that it was not advisable
Yeah I walked through the rain
I faced hardship and adversity
Yeah you were my woman
You were the person I loved
Everyday I'm reminded of you
Every day I am reminded of your presence
Looking through my memories
Reflecting on the past moments we shared
And we always smiling too
We were always happy together
Always had me laughing
You constantly made me laugh
Yeah you knew that you were such a goof
You were aware of your charming, silly nature
Since you left a piece of me has been missing
Ever since you departed, a part of me feels incomplete
Hate when you be pressing decline and
I dislike it when you reject my calls
I swear that I need refining
I promise I need personal improvement
I swear to god you the strongest
I sincerely believe you are incredibly resilient
I swear the strongest of minds
You possess the most powerful mindset
I felt like I needed guidance
I felt like I required your guidance
You were so perfect at guiding
You were exceptionally adept at guiding me
I wish that I could rewind it
I wish I could turn back time
All the fucking times we had
All the unforgettable experiences we shared
Yeah I really wish that we could really go back
I genuinely desire to return to those moments
But I can't change this shit I can't change the past
However, I cannot alter the circumstances or the past
Yeah all the shit we gone through
All the difficulties we have experienced
Push through all that
We managed to persevere despite it all
Hoping that I get a second chance
Having hopes of getting another opportunity
Hoping that we really meet again
Wishing for our paths to cross once more
Swear that you were my only friend
I promise that you were my sole companion
That's the way I really wanted it
That was exactly what I desired
Remember times at the beach
Recalling moments spent at the beach
When we out at the sea
When we were in the ocean
I was holding you there
I was embracing you in that place
You were the only thing that I fucking looked at
You were the sole focus of my attention
I really wish we could go back
I genuinely desire to return to the past with you
I wouldn't care if I lived my life out a bookbag
I would be content even if I had nothing but a backpack
Long as I'd had you I really didn't care what I had
As long as I had you, material possessions didn't matter
Yeah I swear all these bitches
I honestly believe all these women
Yeah I swear that they trash
Are completely worthless
And I do anything baby to just have you back
I would do anything, darling, to have you back with me
Remember times at the beach
Recalling moments spent at the beach
When we out at the sea
When we were in the ocean
I was holding you there
I was embracing you in that place
You were the only thing that I fucking looked at
You were the sole focus of my attention
I really wish we could go back
I genuinely desire to return to the past with you
I wouldn't care if I lived my life out a bookbag
I would be content even if I had nothing but a backpack
Long as I'd had you I really didn't care what I had
As long as I had you, material possessions didn't matter
Yeah I swear all these bitches
I honestly believe all these women
Yeah I swear that they trash
Are completely worthless
And I do anything baby to just have you back
I would do anything, darling, to have you back with me
Oh
Expressing sadness or longing
Oh
Expressing sadness or longing
Need you
I yearn for you
I need you
I require you
Come back
Return to me
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Brandon Keyes
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