Heavy
First to Eleven Lyrics
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Stacking up problems that are so unnecessary
Wish that I could slow things down
I wanna let go but there’s
Comfort in the panic
And I drive myself crazy
Thinking everything's about me
Yeah, I drive myself crazy
I'm holding on why is everything so heavy?
Holding on so much more than I can carry
I keep dragging around what's
Bringing me down
If I just let go, I'd be set free holding on
Why is everything so heavy?
You say that I'm paranoid
But I’m pretty sure the world
Is out to get me
It’s not like I make the choice
To let my mind stay so fucking mеssy
I know I'm not the center of thе universe
But you keep spinning 'round me just the same
I know I'm not the center of the universe
But you keep spinning 'round me just the same
I'm holding on why is everything so heavy?
Holding on so much more than I can carry
I keep dragging around what's
Bringing me down
If I just let go, I'd be set free holding on
Why is everything so heavy?
I know I'm not the center of the universe
But you keep spinning 'round me just the same
I know I'm not the center of the universe
But you keep spinning 'round me just the same
And I drive myself crazy
Thinking everything’s about me
Holding on why is everything so heavy?
Holding on so much more than I can carry
I keep dragging around what's
Bringing me down
If I just let go, I'd be set free holding on
Why is everything so heavy?
Why is everything so heavy?
Why is everything so heavy?
The lyrics to First to Eleven's song "Heavy" convey a sense of mental struggle and the weight of personal burdens. The singer expresses dissatisfaction with their own mind, feeling overwhelmed by unnecessary problems and longing to slow down and let go. Despite the desire for release, there is a strange comfort found in the chaos and panic, driving the singer to the point of driving themselves crazy. They are constantly thinking that everything is about them, unable to escape the gravity of their own thoughts.
The chorus highlights the heaviness of the singer's emotional state, as they find themselves holding onto things that weigh them down. The weight is more than they can bear, yet they continue to drag around these burdens instead of letting go and being set free. They question why everything feels so heavy and oppressive, as if the world is conspiring against them. The singer acknowledges that they are not the center of the universe, but it feels as though everything revolves around them, creating a disorienting and overwhelming experience.
Overall, the song captures the feeling of mental turmoil and the struggle to find release from one's own thoughts and problems. It explores themes of self-doubt, paranoia, and the tendency to perceive oneself as the epicenter of their world, leading to a sense of confusion and heaviness.
Line by Line Meaning
I don’t like my mind right now
I feel unhappy and dissatisfied with my current state of mind
Stacking up problems that are so unnecessary
I am burdening myself with unnecessary issues and difficulties
Wish that I could slow things down
I desire to have more control and calmness in my life
I wanna let go but there’s Comfort in the panic
Although I want to release my worries, I find comfort in the chaos and anxiety
And I drive myself crazy Thinking everything's about me
I overthink and convince myself that everything revolves around me
Yeah, I drive myself crazy 'Cause I can’t escape the gravity
I am aware that my own destructive thoughts and patterns are keeping me trapped
I'm holding on why is everything so heavy?
I am clinging onto my problems and questioning why everything feels so burdensome
Holding on so much more than I can carry
I am trying to hold onto more than I am capable of handling
I keep dragging around what's Bringing me down
I continuously carry and struggle with the things that emotionally weigh me down
If I just let go, I'd be set free holding on
If I allow myself to release my grip, I would find freedom and relief
You say that I'm paranoid But I’m pretty sure the world Is out to get me
Although you label me as paranoid, I genuinely believe that the world is conspiring against me
It’s not like I make the choice To let my mind stay so fucking messy
It is not a deliberate decision to keep my mind in such a chaotic and disordered state
I know I'm not the center of the universe But you keep spinning 'round me just the same
I am aware that I am not the most important person in the world, but it feels like everything revolves around me
And I drive myself crazy Thinking everything’s about me
I obsessively believe that everything is connected to me, causing my own distress
Why is everything so heavy?
I question why everything in my life feels so burdensome and overwhelming
Why is everything so heavy?
I repeat my inquiry about the weight and intensity of my circumstances
Why is everything so heavy?
I continue to wonder why everything in my life feels overwhelmingly heavy
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brad Delson, Chester Bennington, Julia Michaels, Justin Tranter, Mike Shinoda, Dave Farrell, Joseph Hahn, Robert G. Bourdon
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Shuvam Roy
Heavy
Linkin Park, Kiiara
I don't like my mind right now
Stacking up problems that are so unnecessary
Wish that I could slow things down
I wanna let go but there's comfort in the panic
And I drive myself crazy
Thinking everything's about me
Yeah, I drive myself crazy
'Cause I can’t escape the gravity
I'm holding on
Why is everything so heavy?
Holding on
So much more than I can carry
I keep dragging around what's bringing me down
If I just let go, I'd be set free
Holding on
Why is everything so heavy?
You say that I'm paranoid
But I'm pretty sure the world is out to get me
It's not like I make the choice
To let my mind stay so fucking messy
I know I'm not the center of the universe
But you keep spinning 'round me just the same
I know I'm not the center of the universe
But you keep spinning 'round me just the same
I'm holding on
Why is everything so heavy?
Holding on
So much more than I can carry
I keep dragging around what's bringing me down
If I just let go, I'd be set free
Holding on
Why is everything so heavy?
I know I'm not the center of the universe
But you keep spinning 'round me just the same
I know I'm not the center of the universe
But you keep spinning 'round me just the same
And I drive myself crazy
Thinking everything’s about me
Holding on
Why is everything so heavy?
Holding on
So much more than I can carry
I keep dragging around what's bringing me down
If I just let go, I'd be set free
Holding on
Why is everything so heavy?
Why is everything so heavy?
Why is everything so heavy?
Yaiba Lizora
YAY finally a new video from you guys! And its SO SO SO GOOD!!
Seriously, to me First To Eleven is already the greatest band ever. I hope you're going to have so much more success in the future!
Every cover sounds way better then the originals and your originals are amazing too!
Keep on going! You all ROCK! :)
Greetings and all the best wishes from germany!!
Samajama
Coming from a family of musicians and audio engineers you guys are awesome. Good production quality and I love the minor things you add into each cover. Things most people wont even notice. Keep it up you guys will get over the top here soon you still have so much time! Keep working!
People
@Jeremy Brown indeed!
Jeremy Brown
This aged fantastically!
First To Eleven
NT Clockw0rk thanks for noticing the little stuff!
Jay Flo
R.I.P. Chester Bennington this is beautiful. Thank you for sharing your cover of this song. ❤
PRATIBHAS PATRA N.N.
History is being honoured to have witnessed such a versatile band like " First To Eleven " covering songs of Linkin Park , Metallica to Ed Sheeran , Selena Gomez....💜
Mihir Soyam
I am huge LP fan and u did well amazing I like that.......vocals and music is like awesome
tyrael280
Mihir Soyam i agree - great cover, smooth execution, nicely done. keep going, guys !
Den Votangi
Listened to several of your covers. I like your vocals. It would be great to hear you covering "Not ready to die" by Avenged Sevenfold.
Uniquemachines
I`m so happy that I`ve had opportunity to hear "Heavy" live on a one of the last of their concerts with Chester.