KSI registered his main YouTube account in 2009 and built a following posting gaming-commentary videos of the FIFA video game series. As his fan base has grown, his YouTube content has diversified to include vlog and comedy style videos. As of March 2021, he has over 34 million subscribers and over 8 billion video views across his two YouTube channels.
KSI's 2020 debut studio album, Dissimulation, debuted at number 2 on the UK Albums Chart. He has achieved eleven top 40 singles on the UK Singles Chart, six of them ending up in the Top 10 and four of them ending up in the Top 5. KSI featured in the British comedy film Laid in America (2016), and was the subject of KSI: Can't Lose (2018), a documentary film following the build-up to his first amateur boxing fight against British YouTuber Joe Weller. He was involved in two further boxing events against American YouTuber Logan Paul, the second of which was a professional bout.
2015–2016: Early releases
Having written and produced comedy–rap songs for his YouTube channel in 2011, KSI released his debut single, "Lamborghini", featuring British grime MC P Money, on 23 March 2015, with Dcypha Productions. The song charted at number 30 on the UK Singles Chart.
"Keep Up", the title song for KSI's debut extended play of the same name, featuring Jme, was released on 13 November 2015, reaching number 45 on the UK Singles Chart.The full EP was released on 8 January 2016, through Island Records, debuting at number 13 on the UK Albums Chart and number one on the UK R&B Albums Chart.
On 29 April 2016, KSI released "Goes Off", featuring Mista Silva, as the first single from his second EP titled Jump Around. The EP's second single, "Friends with Benefits", featuring MNDM, was released on 29 July 2016, reaching number 69 on the UK Singles Chart.[56] The full EP was released on 28 October 2016 through Island Records. One of the EP's songs, "Touch Down", featuring rapper and singer Stefflon Don, appeared on the soundtrack of the 2017 film Baywatch.
2017–2019: Independent releases
KSI performing in 2019 on his New Age tour
On 23 June 2017, KSI independently released "Creature", which reached number 100 on the UK Singles Chart. "Creature" was the first single from KSI's third EP, Space, which was released independently on 30 June 2017. On 6 October that year, KSI released his fourth EP, Disstracktions, which includes diss tracks against fellow Sidemen members W2S and Behzinga. The EP reached number 31 on the UK Albums Chart and number one on the UK R&B Albums Chart. One week before its release, KSI announced that the EP would be his "final release" with Island Records and that he would be releasing music independently.
On 2 February 2018, KSI released "Uncontrollable", featuring Big Zuu. The song played during KSI's ring walk for his boxing fight against Joe Weller and charted at number 89 on the UK Singles Chart. KSI released "On Point" on 17 August 2018, which was played during his ring walk for his second boxing bout.
On 12 April 2019, KSI released a collaborative album with Randolph titled New Age. It debuted at number 17 on the UK Albums Chart and at number one on the UK R&B Albums Chart.
2019–2020: New record label signing and Dissimulation
On 4 November 2019, it was announced that KSI had signed with RBC Records and BMG to "take [his] music to the next level" and "further develop his music career in the US and internationally". In addition to managing KSI's future releases, it was confirmed that the label would be administering and reissuing KSI's independent catalogue recordings. That day, it was confirmed that KSI had already started recording his debut studio album. On 8 November 2019, "Down Like That", featuring Rick Ross, Lil Baby and S-X, was released as the album's lead single. It was performed live by the three featured artists as KSI's entrance music for his boxing rematch against Logan Paul. The song peaked at number 10 on the UK Singles Chart and it has been certified silver by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) for sales of 200,000 units in the country. A further three singles preceded the album: "Wake Up Call", featuring Trippie Redd, which debuted at number 11 on the UK Singles Chart; "Poppin", featuring Lil Pump and Smokepurpp, which charted at number 43 in the UK; and "Houdini", featuring Swarmz and Tion Wayne, which debuted at number six on the UK Singles Chart and received a silver certification from the BPI.
KSI's debut studio album, titled Dissimulation, was released on 22 May 2020. The album debuted at number two on the UK Albums Chart and further charted in 15 other countries. It was the UK's best-selling debut album by a British artist in 2020 and it has been certified silver by the BPI for sales of 60,000 units in the country. The album spawned two further UK top 40 singles, "Cap", featuring Offset, and "Killa Killa", featuring Aiyana-Lee. KSI was scheduled to perform at Parklife, Longitude and Reading and Leeds music festivals in 2020 to promote Dissimulation, but these were later cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
KSI featured on "Lighter" by British DJ and record producer Nathan Dawe. The song peaked at number three on the UK Singles Chart and became one of the UK's best-selling songs of 2020. It has been certified platinum by the BPI for sales of 600,000 units in the UK and it was nominated for Best British Single at the 2021 BRIT Awards. KSI also featured on "Loose" by Zimbabwean-British artist S1mba, which peaked at number 14 on the UK Singles Chart.
2020–present: Second studio album and The Online Takeover
On 23 October 2020, KSI released the first single for his second studio album, "Really Love", featuring Craig David and Digital Farm Animals, which peaked at number three on the UK Singles Chart and has been certified silver by the BPI.
On 15 January 2021, KSI featured on "Don't Play" by Anne-Marie and Digital Farm Animals. The song debuted at number two on the UK Singles Chart, becoming KSI's highest-charting single in the UK to date, and was also certified silver by the BPI.
On 16 February 2021, KSI announced on Twitter the creation of his own record label named "The Online Takeover" in partnership with his music manager Mams Taylor. Shortly after, he announced the first signee of his label, which was American-British singer "Aiyana-Lee", who featured on the track "Killa Killa" on KSI's debut album "Dissimulation".
On 12 March 2021, KSI released the album's second single, "Patience", featuring YUNGBLUD and Polo G, which debuted at number 3 on the UK Singles Chart.
You
ksi Lyrics
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I do it all for you, for you
You're the only one
You're the only one
Everything I do, I do
I do it all for you, for you
You're the only one
You're the only one
I guess you can say that I'm fallin'
Didn't expect to be wanted, I tell you I'm all in
Now, but now I don't leave you alone
All of my feelings you want, oh
And now I'm floatin' tonight in the air
Can you feel it? Like this is a callin'
Triple A, leave and I'll get you whenever I'm tourin'
'Cause you know I'm addicted to you, it's you
Everything I do, I do
I do it all for you, for you
You're the only one
You're the only one
Everything I do, I do
I do it all for you, for you
You're the only one
You're the only one
Girl, when you come to me
My heart beats differently
It's like a symphony
And you're the only one
Who does it (who does it, yeah)
St. Tropez got a few vibes
A pretty face or two out in Dubai
Lowkey though, mojitos while we pool side
But none of the movin' like you
I can't wait to get back
The PJ's booked I ain't messin' with skip line
Night life's cool, I got nothin' against that
But I prefer you over all of the rich crap
Everything I do, I do (yeah)
I do it all for you, for you
You're the only one (you're the only one)
You're the only one
Everything I do, I do
I do it all for you, for you
You're the only one (you're the only one, you're the only one)
You're the only one (you're the only one, you're the only one)
Ooh
Ooh-ooh, ooh
Ooh-ooh
The lyrics to KSI's song "You" speak about his unwavering devotion and love for a special someone. He begins by declaring that everything he does, he does it for her. She is the only person that matters to him, and he wants to show her that every action he takes is in service to her. He acknowledges that he did not expect to find someone who wanted him, but now that he has her, he is fully invested in their relationship.
KSI goes on to describe the dizzying feeling of being in love with this person, as he feels like he is floating in the air. He compares his love to a symphony, with this special someone being the only one who can make his heart beat differently. He reminisces about the good times they've shared, from St. Tropez to Dubai, but emphasizes that none of those experiences matter as much as being with her.
Overall, this song is a heartfelt tribute to KSI's love for his significant other. He wants her to know that she is the reason behind everything he does and that he is fully committed to their relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Everything I do, I do
All the actions that I take, I take
I do it all for you, for you
I perform these actions solely for your benefit and happiness
You're the only one
You are the singular person who holds my affection and attention
I guess you can say that I'm fallin'
To put it simply, I am falling in love with you
Didn't expect to be wanted, I tell you I'm all in
I never anticipated being wanted by someone like you, but now that I am, I am committed to you and our connection
Now, but now I don't leave you alone
I can't stay away from you and constantly desire your company
All of my feelings you want, oh
You have access to all of my emotions and I am not afraid to express them to you
And now I'm floating' tonight in the air
I feel ecstatic and light in your presence, especially tonight
Triple A, leave and I'll get you whenever I'm tourin'
I will make sure to be available for you whenever I am travelling, even if I have to arrange special accommodations to make it happen
'Cause you know I'm addicted to you, it's you
I am completely in love with you and cannot resist you because you are the one who has captured my heart
Girl, when you come to me
Whenever you come into my presence,
My heart beats differently
My heart starts racing in a unique way
It's like a symphony
It feels like a beautiful symphony is playing in my soul
St. Tropez got a few vibes
I have been enjoying myself in St. Tropez
A pretty face or two out in Dubai
There are attractive people in Dubai, but they pale in comparison to you
Lowkey though, mojitos while we pool side
Although we may keep a low profile, I enjoy having mojitos with you by the pool
But none of the movin' like you
There's no one else who moves, speaks, or acts like you do
I can't wait to get back
I am eagerly anticipating the moment when I get to return to you
The PJ's booked I ain't messin' with skip line
The private jet has already been booked and I will not be waiting in any lines because of it
Night life's cool, I got nothin' against that
I enjoy the night life, but it doesn't compare to my love and affection for you
But I prefer you over all of the rich crap
I value and cherish a relationship with you more than any material possessions or extravagant luxuries
Ooh
Sound effect indicating the end of the song
Ooh-ooh, ooh
Sound effect indicating the end of the song
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Olajide William Olatunji
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Rhino23
Where are my prime documentary viewers at!?
Sumit Ghosh
heloooooooo
Gaming geek
Who can say they was here before wayyy before documentary because it’s kinda sad your all discovering this masterpiece now because of that documentary and realise that this song is truely a masterpiece 🤷🏻♂️
Crayz
Here
Thomas Daly
Yup
Mason Rhodes
It’s relatable seen the documentary and learnt what the song was for and hits home 💯
Techno
It hits different listening to this after seeing how much it means to him
Liugols
Yeah totally
Oscar Dawson
waiting to see this comment somewhere
Lewis Cake
@Rehan Firdaus ye, but its alright now they are back together, still hits diff tho