Lavigne's third studio album, The Best Damn Thing (2007), reached number one in seven countries worldwide and saw the international success of its lead single "Girlfriend", which became her first single to reach the top of the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. Her next two studio albums, Goodbye Lullaby (2011) and Avril Lavigne (2013), saw continued commercial success and were both certified gold in Canada, the United States, and other territories. After releasing her sixth studio album, Head Above Water (2019), she returned to her punk roots with her seventh studio album, Love Sux (2022).
Alongside her music career, Lavigne voiced an animated character in the film Over the Hedge (2006) and made her screen acting debut in Fast Food Nation (2006). Her accolades include eight Grammy Awards nominations.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avril_Lavigne
Studio albums
Let Go (2002)
Under My Skin (2004)
The Best Damn Thing (2007)
Goodbye Lullaby (2011)
Avril Lavigne (2013)
Head Above Water (2019)
Love Sux (2022)
Headset
Avril Lavigne Lyrics
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Back where I come from,
Feels like five people in my population
And no one ever leaves there
I'm gonna be the first one
I guess my papa always told me the way it was,
And my mama think she knows me, I know she doesn't
(ah ah ah)
But I got my head set on California
I'll fly away tomorrow, won't even warn ya
And I'll send a big postcard, just to piss you off
I got my head set on California
Here I come
See, I got what you would call an obsession
It feels like I think sane
The limits of a small town
Frustrating my brain,
Might leave some roots there,
But my head's on the next plane
'cause my daddy always told me the way it was,
And my mama think she knows me, I know she doesn't
(ah ah ah)
But I got my head set on California
I'll fly away tomorrow, won't even warn ya
And I'll send a big postcard, just to piss you off
I got my head set on California
Here I come
Here I come
Papa always tells me the way it was,
And my mama think she knows me, I know she doesn't
(ah ah ah)
But I got my head set on New York City
I'll fly away tomorrow, won't even miss me
And I'll get a big boyfriend, just to piss you off
But I got my head set on California
I'll fly away tomorrow, won't even warn ya
And I'll send a big postcard, just to piss you off
I got my head set on California
Here I come
Here I come, here I come
Avril Lavigne’s song “Headset” tells the story of a person who has always lived in a small town and is now longing to escape to a bigger world. The singer feels a bit trapped in this environment, and while they have roots in their hometown, they have their sights set on California. They express their frustration with the limits of their small town, which are frustrating their brains.
The chorus of the song describes the singer’s determination to leave and pursue their dreams. They have their head firmly set on California, and nothing will stop them from flying there tomorrow. They even plan on sending a postcard just to upset those who doubted their aspirations. Towards the end of the song, the singer considers New York City as an alternative destination, but the determination to leave remains regardless of where they end up.
The song’s lyrics speak to the universal feeling of longing for something bigger than the surroundings one has grown up in. The frustration with small towns and the desire for adventure and change are sentiments that many people can relate to. The upbeat melody and pace of the song add to the overall energy and sense of possibility that the lyrics evoke.
Line by Line Meaning
See I got a little bit of a problem
I have an issue because I feel stuck in my small hometown.
Back where I come from,
My hometown is where I grew up and it feels too small for me.
Feels like five people in my population
My town is very small, and it feels like there aren't many people there.
And no one ever leaves there
It seems like no one ever moves away from my hometown.
I'm gonna be the first one
I want to be the first person to leave my town and explore other places.
I guess my papa always told me the way it was,
My father always gave me advice based on his experience and knowledge.
And my mama think she knows me, I know she doesn't
My mother thinks she understands me, but she doesn't really know me well enough.
But I got my head set on California
I'm determined to go to California and start a new life.
I'll fly away tomorrow, won't even warn ya
I'll leave for California soon without telling anyone.
And I'll send a big postcard, just to piss you off
I'll send a postcard to my hometown to let them know I made it to California, and it might make them upset.
See, I got what you would call an obsession
I have a strong desire to leave my current situation and go to California.
It feels like I think sane
Thinking about my future in California makes me feel like I'm thinking clearly.
The limits of a small town
My small town is too limiting and boring for me.
Frustrating my brain,
It's frustrating to think about staying in my small town for any longer.
Might leave some roots there,
I might have some sentimental attachment to my hometown even though I want to leave.
But my head's on the next plane
My mind is already on the way to California.
I got my head set on New York City
I'm thinking about going to New York City instead of California.
And I'll get a big boyfriend, just to piss you off
I'll find a new boyfriend in New York City, and it might make people in my hometown upset.
Here I come
I'm on my way to start a new life in California (or maybe New York City).
Contributed by Nathaniel G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@claudelama4531
Really my dream to meet you
But tell me if i'm not sure Where i Will find You
If You Really love me
If You Really you mean me to be With to love...
Cause it's hard to believe
If i fly from so far
Just to feel that You want To be with me
Need to be sure of before my coming
Cause To be ith you it's waw
To feel you it's waw
Cause i love You so so much
Kas abdel avril lavigne to marry You to be with you
@hbluemole6941
Used to be one of my favourite songs ever, now I didn't think about it for at least a year, probably two (maybe because I actually left home lol). Just sang this in my head and suddenly remembered this gem!
@EmilyElio
Beautiful song. Beautiful girl. Beautiful lyric. Beautiful video. Everything this about this is BEAUTIFUL!
@irelialito7936
I can relate to this song ona personal level that I started crying on the chorus.
@Ladyandthetrampgrl26
Those 23 people who disliked are crazy, this is the best song ever.
@4usprosperity
🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️🤚🤚🤚no no
@AAAdeBoer
One of the best B sides of her to be honest.
@abimason2546
I love all her B sides! :D
@Blazernime2008
Yeah It is
@lookaroundyou8108
Great song I love Avril.
Growing up in city life is so draining for me tho. I wouldn't mind living in a small town with some peace and quiet.
@BattleEvil
"Think Stain"..... It is in her thoughts, so heavily, it's... "An Obsession, It FEELS LIKE Like A Think Stain" ... Because it is literally STAINED into her thoughts... A Think Stain... People do not realize just how amazing she is.. Avril is a Miracle..