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Hey

''Hey'' is an English used to attract or express . It may also refer to: For more, see subsections below.

Music

Bands and musical groups

Hey (Polish rock band) is an band formed in , , in 1992 by guitarist Piotr Banach and vocalist . The group rose to prominence in the 1990s as one of 's leading rock acts, known for blending influences with lyrics and Nosowska's distinctive vocal style. Hey has released over a dozen studio albums and received multiple Fryderyk Awards, including for best rock album in 2002, establishing their enduring impact on the music scene.

Albums

Several studio albums titled "Hey" or "Hey!" have been released by artists spanning rock, pop, and other genres, providing a snapshot of musical works sharing this title. Hey!, the second by American band , was released in 1998 on their independent label Marvelous Records, featuring and tracks. Hey, the debut by British band , was issued in 1974 by Bell Records, showcasing upbeat pop-rock with glam influences. Hey!, by Canadian garage rock band the Gruesomes, appeared in 1988 on Og Music, delivering raw, punk-infused garage rock sounds. Hey, the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Toni Price, was released in 1995 on Antone's Records, blending country, folk, and roots rock elements. Hey!, a album by Spanish singer , was released in 1980 by and earned a Grammy Award nomination for Best Latin Pop Album in 1981. Hey, the second album by German pop artist , came out in 2014 on Vertigo Berlin, co-produced with collaborators including Julius Hartog and Philipp Steinke.

Extended plays

Hey (EP) by Le1f The extended play Hey by American rapper and producer Le1f, released on March 11, 2014, via Terrible Records, served as his debut project with the label and marked his entry into official hip-hop releases with an experimental approach blending trap elements and abstract production. The five-track EP features innovative sound design, including the titular track "Hey" that showcases Le1f's playful lyricism over glitchy beats, establishing his reputation in underground hip-hop circles. Hey! by Dzeko & Torres Dzeko & Torres, a Dutch electronic dance music duo, issued their Hey! extended play in December 2012 through Dim Mak Records, comprising three high-energy tracks geared toward club play. The EP highlights the producers' electro-house style, with the lead single "Hey!" delivering pulsating synths and vocal hooks designed for festival sets, contributing to their early recognition in the EDM scene. Hey! by the Regrettes , an American band formed by , released their self-titled Hey! on October 16, 2015, via Black Rainbow Records, infusing energy with influences across four tracks. This debut EP captured the band's raw, youthful vibe, with songs like "Hey Now" emphasizing sassy lyrics and driving rhythms that drew comparisons to acts, helping secure their initial buzz in the indie circuit. Other notable extended plays From 2016 onward, several niche electronic and pop extended plays titled Hey or Hey! emerged, reflecting diverse subgenres. Petal Supply's Hey (2020), released via SONG Music LLC, is a EP with five tracks exploring glitchy, internet-age aesthetics and featuring collaborations like "It's U" with , underscoring the artist's role in experimental electronic music. Similarly, Nils van Zandt's Hey! (2019) delivers a five-track EP centered on uplifting grooves and vocal features from Heleena and Rashaun Will, aimed at global club audiences. In pop territory, Singer's HEY (2025) introduces a contemporary hip-hop-infused pop EP, building on his chart success with melodic hooks and introspective themes.

Songs

Several notable songs titled "Hey" have been released across pop, electronic, , and rock genres, often serving as s that highlight the artists' signature styles. In the pop genre, "Hey" by German singer was released in 2015 as a from his second studio Hey. The track, co-written by Bourani with Julius Hartog, Jasmin Shakeri, and Philipp Steinke, became a major hit in German-speaking countries, blending emotional with upbeat pop . Another pop standout is "Hey" by singer-actor , issued in 2009 as the second single from his self-titled debut album. Written by Ryan Gillmor, the song captures themes of longing and reconciliation through a youthful, radio-friendly pop sound, marking Musso's transition from acting to . In electronic , "Hey" by artist Fais featuring DJ debuted on April 8, 2016, as Fais's first single. This collaboration fuses vocal-driven house elements with Afrojack's signature big-room drops, establishing Fais in the international scene. The track "Hey!!!" by Japanese band , released in 2011, emerged from a collaboration for the Beelzebub, where it served as the third opening . The combines instrumentation with electronic flourishes, delivering high-energy verses and a driving chorus that complements the series' action-oriented narrative. Bridging hip-hop and styles, "Hey" by American rapper featuring electro-pop duo appeared in 2010 on Lil Jon's album Crunk Rock. This crunk-electro hybrid features aggressive beats and party-anthem hooks, reflecting Lil Jon's evolution toward mainstream crossover appeal. Pre-2009 examples include the rock track "Hey" by American alternative band Pixies, released in 1989 on their breakthrough album Doolittle. Frontman Black Francis's surreal lyrics and the band's dynamic shifts—alternating quiet verses with explosive choruses—exemplify the group's influential lo-fi punk aesthetic.

Other uses

Surname

Hey is a of primarily English and origin, serving as a variant of Hay in English contexts, particularly in and , where it derives from a topographic name for someone who lived near a d or . In Dutch and Flemish usage, it is an Americanized or archaic form of Heij, referring to a person residing on or near a heath (Dutch hei or heide), from heie meaning heath or uncultivated land. The name's roots trace back to hæg, denoting a hedge or fenced area, reflecting medieval settlement patterns around agricultural boundaries. Notable historical figures bearing the surname Hey include John Hey (1734–1815), an English cleric and the inaugural Norrisian Professor of Divinity at the , known for his lectures on that influenced early 19th-century religious scholarship. Donald Holroyde Hey (1904–1987), a Welsh organic chemist elected in 1951, made significant contributions to understanding free radical reactions in aromatic compounds, including his 1934 proposal on homolytic fission in azo compounds. William Hey (1736–1819), an influential English surgeon and senior practitioner at from 1773 to 1812, authored key texts on surgical techniques and deformities, such as his 1784 work on fractures, and served twice as mayor of . Johann Wilhelm Hey (1789–1854), a German pastor, poet, and hymnwriter, gained recognition for his moral fables and , including the widely circulated Fables for Children (1833), which emphasized ethical in Protestant education.

Businesses and services

Hey was a that operated in the until its merger with Nema in January 2019. The firm originated as Kall in October 2000, was acquired and rebranded as Vodafone Faroe Islands in 2008, renamed Hey in 2018 after acquisition by Tjaldur, and following the merger, its services are now provided under the Nema brand, offering comprehensive telecom solutions including mobile network, landline, broadband internet, and related retail services across the archipelago.) HEY is a subscription-based email and calendar service developed by , the creators of Basecamp, and launched on June 15, 2020. The platform prioritizes user control and privacy through innovative features like the Imbox for important messages from approved contacts, the Screener to filter initial messages from new senders, and a feed-style reader to reduce inbox overload, distinguishing it from traditional services like . Among post-2020 entities, Hey Savi stands out as an emerging UK-based fashion technology startup founded in 2023. The company develops an AI-driven platform for visual clothing search, allowing users to snap photos of garments and find matching in-stock items across retailers, and secured £2.2 million in pre-seed funding in July 2024 to expand its recommendation engine.

Publications

Hey (Turkish magazine) was a pioneering weekly publication targeted at teenagers in Turkey, running from 1970 to 1994 and focusing on music, film, fashion, and youth culture. It positioned itself as the country's first dedicated teen magazine, blending entertainment news with lifestyle content to engage a young audience during a period of evolving pop culture in Turkey. HEY! modern art & pop culture is a bilingual (French-English) print magazine launched in 2010, emphasizing , lowbrow aesthetics, and figurative pop culture influences from global artists. Published irregularly with issues featuring interviews, portfolios, and critical essays, it has expanded into exhibitions and performances, gaining recognition in international communities by 2025 for promoting deviant and societal critique through visual media.

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