In 2012, Charli XCX rose to prominence with the Icona Pop collaboration "I Love It", which became an international success, reaching top 10 in North America and Europe. Her debut studio album, True Romance (2013), was released that year to critical acclaim, despite not meeting commercial expectations. In 2014, she contributed the chorus and hook to "Fancy" by rapper Iggy Azalea, which finished the year as one of the best-selling singles worldwide and was nominated for two Grammy Awards. The same year, Charli XCX released "Boom Clap", which became her first solo top-ten single on the Billboard Hot 100. Her second studio album, the pop/rock-influenced Sucker, was released at the end of the year, and spawned the successful singles "Break the Rules" and "Doing It".
In 2015, Charli XCX began working with producers and artists in A. G. Cook's British collective PC Music, as well as producer Sophie. While working on her third album, she released the Vroom Vroom EP in 2016 and the mixtapes Number 1 Angel and Pop 2 in 2017, as well as a series of singles including the BPI-certified "After the Afterparty", "Boys", and "1999". In 2019, Charli XCX released her third studio album, Charli, which was followed by her fourth studio album, How I'm Feeling Now, which she recorded and released during the UK's first national lockdown in 2020. Charli's latest addition to her discography is CRASH, released on 18 March 2022, including the singles Good Ones and New Shapes.
In addition to her solo work, Charli XCX has co-written songs for other artists including Camila Cabello, Rita Ora, Selena Gomez, and many more.
Out Of My Head
Charli XCX Lyrics
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Glitter in my sheets
Dancing on no sleep
I don't learn, wanna burn, wanna turn all the way up, yeah
I don't learn, wanna burn in the dirt 'til I'm out of luck, yeah
Pills and potions and terrible things
All of the lies I just wanna believe
Drop all my morals, I just wanna sin
I'm out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head, out of my head
Need you, need you, need you out
Need you, need you, need you out
Party with my tears, UH
Swayin' with my fears
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Let 'em dry, get me high, I'll get by if I'm getting off
Let 'em dry, get me high, I get by with a little love
Now give me
Pills and potions and terrible things
Heart on the floor when the telephone rings
All of the lies I just wanna believe
Drop all my morals, I just wanna sin
I'm out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my
Out of my head, out of my head
I'm out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head, out of my head
You got me doin' all this stupid shit
You fuck me up like this
Secretly I'm into it though
You got me doin' all this stupid shit
You fuck me up like this
Secretly I'm kinda into it though
(You fuck me up like this)
You got me doin' all this stupid shit
You fuck me up like this
Secretly I'm into it though
Got me doin' all this stupid shit
You fuck me up like this
Secretly I'm kind of into it
I'm out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head, out of my head
I'm out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head, out of my head
Need you, need you, need you out
I'm out of my, out of my head (need you, need you, need you out)
I'm out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head, out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head, out of my head, yeah
The lyrics to Charli XCX's song Out of My Head portray a sleepless and reckless night out, fueled by pills and potions, glitter and tears. The singer doesn't care about consequences and moral values; she just wants to forget and indulge in her desires. The chorus repeats the plea to get out of her head, to clear her mind and release her from her own self-destructive thoughts. The bridge switches to a more personal tone, revealing a possible cause for this behavior: someone is messing with her emotions, and even though she knows it's not healthy, she can't help but feel drawn to them.
The song's production also reflects this mood, blending different elements into a colorful and chaotic mix. The beat is minimal but infectious, with a bouncing synth riff and occasional drops to accentuate the lyrics. The vocal delivery is raw and unfiltered, with Charli XCX's signature tone and occasional autotune. The song also features two guest vocalists, Tove Lo and ALMA, who add some extra layers and harmonies to the chorus.
In conclusion, Out of My Head is a catchy and cathartic anthem for anyone who wants to let loose and forget their troubles, at least for a night. The lyrics mix hedonism and vulnerability, while the production creates a space for both dancing and introspection.
Line by Line Meaning
Glitter in my sheets
I am living life on the edge and indulging in things that bring me pleasure, even if they are reckless and leave a mess behind.
Dancing on no sleep
I am pushing my body to the limit and not taking care of myself because I am too focused on having fun and experiencing life to the fullest.
I don't learn, wanna burn, wanna turn all the way up, yeah
I am not interested in slowing down or making responsible choices. I just want to continue partying and feeling the rush of excitement that comes with it.
I don't learn, wanna burn in the dirt 'til I'm out of luck, yeah
I am willingly putting myself in dangerous situations and facing the consequences of my actions, even if that means hitting rock bottom and having nothing left.
Pills and potions and terrible things
I am using substances and engaging in destructive behavior to escape my troubles and feel good for a little while, even if it ends up causing more problems in the long run.
Heart on the floor when the telephone rings
I am constantly worried and anxious about the consequences of my actions, and the smallest things can set me off emotionally and mentally.
All of the lies I just wanna believe
I am willing to ignore the truth and pretend that everything is okay, just so I can keep living my life the way I want and avoid dealing with the consequences of my choices.
Drop all my morals, I just wanna sin
I am willing to compromise my values and beliefs in order to feel good and experience pleasure, even if it goes against who I am as a person.
Party with my tears, UH
I am using my sadness and pain as fuel for my partying and reckless behavior, rather than dealing with my emotions in a healthy way.
Swayin' with my fears
I am letting my anxieties and fears control me, rather than facing them head-on and working to overcome them.
Let 'em dry, get me high, I'll get by if I'm getting off
I am using substances and distractions to numb my emotions and avoid confronting my problems, and I am okay with this approach as long as I can feel good and escape reality.
Let 'em dry, get me high, I get by with a little love
I am turning to love and attention as a temporary fix for my emotional pain and problems, even if it is not a sustainable or healthy solution.
You got me doin' all this stupid shit
I am blaming my behavior and choices on someone else, rather than taking responsibility for my own actions and decisions.
You fuck me up like this
I am using my relationship with someone else as an excuse for why I am making bad choices and indulging in reckless behavior.
Secretly I'm into it though
Even though I know that my actions and choices may have negative consequences, I am enjoying the thrill of the moment and the sense of excitement that comes with breaking the rules and living dangerously.
I'm out of my, out of my head
I am so consumed by my addiction and reckless behavior that I am no longer in control of my own actions and decisions.
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my
I am aware that what I am doing is wrong and that I am not in control, but I don't know how to stop or get help on my own.
Need you, need you, need you out
I know that I need to remove myself from the toxic situation and relationships that are fueling my addiction and poor choices.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: A G Cook, Alma Sofia Miettinen, Charlotte Emma Aitchison, Ebba Tove Elsa Nilsson, Samuel Long
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LYRICS
[Verse 1: Tove Lo]
Glitter in my sheets
Dancing on no sleep
I don't learn, wanna burn, wanna turn all the way up, yeah
I don't learn, wanna burn in the dirt 'til I'm out of luck, yeah
[Pre-Chorus: Tove Lo]
Pills and potions and terrible things
Heart on the floor when the telephone rings
All of the lies I just wanna believe
Drop all my morals, I just wanna sin
[Chorus: Alma]
I'm out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head, out of my head
[Post-Chorus: Tove Lo]
Need you, need you, need you out
Need you, need you, need you out
[Verse 2: Charli XCX]
Partyin' with my tears
Swayin' with my fears
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Let 'em dry, get me high, I'll get by if I'm getting love
Let 'em dry, get me high, I get by with a little love
Now give me
[Pre-Chorus: Tove Lo & Charli XCX]
Pills and potions and terrible things
Heart on the floor when the telephone rings
All of the lies I just wanna believe
Drop all my morals, I just wanna sin
[Chorus: Alma]
I'm out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my
Out of my head, out of my head
I'm out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my
Out of my head, out of my head
[Bridge: Tove Lo, Alma, & Charli XCX]
You got me doin' all this stupid shit
You fuck me up like this
Secretly I'm into it though
You got me doin' all this stupid shit
You fuck me up like this
Secretly I'm kinda into it though
(You fuck me up like this)
You got me doin' all this stupid shit
You fuck me up like this
Secretly I'm into it though
Got me doin' all this stupid shit
You fuck me up like this
Secretly I'm kind of into it
[Chorus: Alma]
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head, out of my head
I'm out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head, out of my head
[Outro: Tove Lo & Alma]
Need you, need you, need you out
I'm out of my, out of my head
Need you, need you, need you out
I'm out of my, out of my head
Out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head, out of my head
Please, get out of my, out of my, out of my head
Out of my head, out of my head
@gjsbech
SOPHIE’s productions were always next level, this one was my favourite. Could still be a massive hit. RIP SOPHIE 💜
@faviolaura9403
when SOPHIE went into full pop mode she created such HITS like this sounds like a top 10 Billboard hit so hard
@katieewatkinss
Who's Sophie??
@The5peed
@@katieewatkinss Amazing producer, one of precursors of the hyperpop.
@cbrkevin8208
@@faviolaura9403 ⁰⁰
@-_-pan96-_-45
@@The5peed how do I search her ? Do I just type Sophie or sth ?
@wiiiiiy
why is no one talking about alma? she's amazing 💁🏻
@lamingtongirl123
Vilma A yes she is! Finnish girls rock!
@kajetankrolikowski8232
YAAAS she is !!!!!😍
@lilacll00
Vilma A ikr