Henderson is a big fan of Amy Winehouse and Frank Sinatra and picked out Olly Murs and Leona Lewis as her favorite X Factor contestants from previous series’ of the show. Henderson confessed that she'd love to sing with Adele or Beyoncé.
Her debut single, "Ghost", co-written with Ryan Tedder, was released on 8 June 2014 and went straight to number one in the UK. Her second single, Glow, was released on 5 October 2014. It was followed on 13 October 2014 by her debut album Chapter One.
Give Your Heart Away
Ella Henderson Lyrics
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You brought the hurricane into my life
Here's the truth, I want to know
How it feels on your own
Just blurry images of us in mind
I used to cry, I used to worry
But now you say you're so damn sorry
Don't say that this is what it feels like
You've got my heart under a headlight
And though my mind is always changing
Won't you give my heart a break?
Try to fix the broken pieces once again
Don't say that this is what it feels like
To give your heart away
Nothing could feel the same between us two
You seemed to want me now I don't want you
I used to fall in the trash
Hard to find my way back
And now you hate it that I wear the shoes
I used to cry, I used to worry
But now you say you're so damn sorry
How could you pretend to be so real?
Don't say that this is what it feels like
You've got my heart under a headlight
And though my mind is always changing
Won't you give my heart a break?
Try to fix the broken pieces once again
Don't say that this is what it feels like
To give your heart away
Just close your eyes
Hide away from the monster in disguise
None have learned to love
There ain't nothing I'm afraid of now
Don't say that this is what it feels like
You've got my heart under a headlight
Don't say that this is what it feels like
You've got my heart under a headlight (My heart is going under)
And though my mind is always changing
Won't you give my heart a break?
Try to fix the broken pieces once again
Don't say that this is what it feels like
To give your heart away
Don't say that this is what it feels like
To give your heart away
The song "Give Your Heart Away" by Ella Henderson appears to be a reflection on a past relationship that has caused the singer a great deal of emotional pain. The lyrics suggest that the singer had suspicions about the other person in the relationship that turned out to be true, and that person has now brought chaos into their life like a hurricane. The song seems to be an attempt to come to terms with the end of the relationship, and the heartache that came with it.
The chorus asks the other person to stop pretending and apologize for their actions. The singer asks for a break so she can fix the broken pieces of her heart, but acknowledges that her mind is always changing. The final verse appears to offer some hope, suggesting that by facing the "monster in disguise" and learning to love, the singer is no longer afraid.
Overall, the song is a powerful expression of the pain that can come from giving your heart away, and the importance of honesty and kindness in any relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Guess my suspicions all on you were right
I had a feeling something was off and now I know I was right about you
You brought the hurricane into my life
You turned my world upside down and caused chaos
Here's the truth, I want to know
I want to hear the truth from you, no matter how bad it is
How it feels on your own
I'm curious to know how it feels to be by yourself now that I'm gone
Just blurry images of us in mind
All I have left in my memories are blurry images of us together
I used to cry, I used to worry
You used to make me upset and anxious
But now you say you're so damn sorry
You're apologizing now, but it might be too late
How could you be kind but still so cruel?
You had moments of kindness but at the same time, you were still hurting me
Don't say that this is what it feels like
Don't use my pain as a way to justify your behavior
You've got my heart under a headlight
You have me stuck and vulnerable, like a deer in headlights
And though my mind is always changing
Even though I go back and forth about you in my thoughts
Won't you give my heart a break?
Please let me heal and move on from this heartbreak
Try to fix the broken pieces once again
Can we try to salvage what's left of our relationship?
Don't say that this is what it feels like
Don't make me feel like giving my heart away is always going to hurt
Nothing could feel the same between us two
Our relationship will never be the same as it was before
You seemed to want me now I don't want you
Our roles have reversed and now I don't have feelings for you anymore
I used to fall in the trash
I used to feel low and worthless because of you
Hard to find my way back
It's been difficult for me to find my confidence again
And now you hate it that I wear the shoes
You don't like it when I'm the one who is doing well now
How could you pretend to be so real?
You acted like you were genuine but in reality, you were just pretending
Just close your eyes
Shut down and ignore the reality of the situation
Hide away from the monster in disguise
Avoid confronting the truth about yourself
None have learned to love
Neither of us knew how to truly love each other
There ain't nothing I'm afraid of now
I'm not afraid to move on and find someone better for me
My heart is going under
My heart is sinking and drowning in pain
To give your heart away
To love someone and give them your heart, despite the potential for heartbreak
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ella Henderson, Johan Carlsson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Christina Stroup
One of my favorite songs of yours, well most of your songs are my favorite!!!! Love your music and love your song writing!! Such an incredible artist!!!
Mike_star👑
One of the most incredible songs she's ever done, how on earth was this never released, there's no music justice 😞
Ellie Lewis
My faviroute songs I've ever heard love it so much it made me feel happy what a heartwarming thing to warm your soul thank you for the amazing songs keep it up. Xx💕
Tracey Meli
Shes a great artist 🤗😊
blær olivia
Loved this album
Andrejs Būģins
Очень красивая песня!
Прекрасный голос!
Спасибо за этот вечер с твоей песней!
Dave Kramer
I have her album and it's Great!!
Justice Blackwolf
i love your voice 💕😍
blær olivia
Her voice is angelic
Digiplay Music
Ella, I love your Voice. when the voice is unique and beautiful, the music is wonderful. thank you for existing in life and music.