Produced by Martin and Christian Stieber (the Stieber Twins ), who were central figures in the "Heidelberg sound" of the 1990s.
is a foundational track in German hip-hop, released in December 1996 by pioneering artist Cora E . It served as her first single after signing with the major label EMI (Spin Records). Produced by the legendary Stieber Twins from Heidelberg, the song is celebrated for its raw, "old-school" production and deeply autobiographical lyrics. Key Facts and Production Release Date: December 1996.
Conscious Hip-Hop with a minimalist, unpolished production style typical of mid-90s boom-bap. Meaning and Themes
The title translates to "Latchkey Kid" —a term for a child who returns to an empty home because their parents are working. The song is a poignant social critique rooted in Cora E.'s own childhood experiences. Cora E – Schlüsselkind - Discogs
Initially released on MZEE Records and later Spin Records/EMI .