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King - song and lyrics by Olly Alexander (Years & Years) - Spotify Years & Years - King
The production incorporates a "Balearic flute vibe," described by Alexander as sounding like "a bird in the forest," which provides the track's distinctive melodic hook. heat heat heat heat heat
The central refrain, "I was a king under your control / I wanna feel like you've let me go," highlights the irony of holding a title of power while being utterly powerless. Legacy and Impact Years & Years - King (Official Video) Years & Years - King
Much of the backing track features frontman Olly Alexander's voice, which was heavily processed and sampled to create unique textures.