Her solo-album "Cocoon" received an official release of sorts in May 2006, when it was released on iTunes. The digital version featured both the original and album versions of "Go My Own Way", the single version of "It Could Be You", and the previously unreleased "The Starting Line".
In May 2006, Strum made an announcement that she would be undergoing surgery, and would be unable to return to work until September 2006, when she had recovered. In September 2006 Alexis posted a message on MySpace stating that all was well with her health. She also added a note saying that her album will not be released as was planned and that she is taking herself out of the music scene. "I have decided after this big lifechange that I need to address my priorities and do sthg different for a bit- time for a new challenge! Challenge Strum!".
Heart Over Mind
Alexis Strum Lyrics
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You're not that kind of man
To ever be the first to show your cards,
Wish that I could play that hand
Bought an 8 ball in a corner store,
'Cause lord I need a sign
You may say that makes me insecure
But I'm in the firing line
It's no surprise
No control
My timing's never right
In a chain of fools
I'm next in line
To fall
Heart over mind
Maybe I should play it differently
Pull back my reins
And tear this heart-shaped picture off my sleeve,
'Cause its been driving you away
Here I go
It's no surprise
No control
My timing's never right
In a chain of fools
I'm next in line
To fall
Heart over mind
But as I see you in the light of day these tiny holes appear
What if my heart has made one huge mistake and my mind can't pull me clear?
In Alexis Strum's song "Heart Over Mind", she sings about falling for someone she knows is not the best match for her. She admits to feeling insecure and uncertain, and uses an 8 ball from a corner store to try and find some sort of sign or guidance. Despite her reservations, she can't control her heart and is "next in line to fall". She considers playing it differently, taking down her heart-shaped picture, but even as she acknowledges the flaws in the person she's fallen for, she worries that her heart has already made a mistake that her mind can't undo.
The lyrics of this song express the universal idea of falling for someone who may not be the best match for us, but who we can't help but be drawn to. Despite knowing that it might not end well, we can still let our hearts take over our minds. The use of the 8 ball as a symbol of the need for guidance adds an interesting layer to the song, and the fear of making a mistake that can't be undone is a relatable sentiment.
Line by Line Meaning
Didn't wanna fall for you so hard
I didn't intend to fall in love with you so strongly
You're not that kind of man
You are not the stereotypical man I am used to
To ever be the first to show your cards
You never make the first move or reveal your feelings
Wish that I could play that hand
I wish I could be as composed as you
Bought an 8 ball in a corner store,
I bought a lucky charm in the form of an 8 ball from a corner store
'Cause lord I need a sign
I am desperate for a sign to know if you have feelings for me or not
You may say that makes me insecure
You might think this is a sign of my insecurity
But I'm in the firing line
I am taking a risk by putting my heart on the line
Here I go
I am about to take a chance
It's no surprise
It's not unexpected
No control
I can't help myself
My timing's never right
I always seem to make poor choices with my timing
In a chain of fools
I am following the same pattern as those before me
I'm next in line
It's my turn now
To fall
To fall in love
Heart over mind
I am letting my heart guide me despite my rational thoughts
Maybe I should play it differently
I should change my approach
Pull back my reins
I should exercise more control over my emotions
And tear this heart-shaped picture off my sleeve,
I need to stop wearing my heart on my sleeve
'Cause its been driving you away
My love for you is pushing you further from me
But as I see you in the light of day these tiny holes appear
As time goes by, I am starting to see your flaws
What if my heart has made one huge mistake and my mind can't pull me clear?
What if I am falling for the wrong person and I can't stop myself?
Contributed by Chase A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.