Over My Head
Furslide Lyrics


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I lost an island, in the ocean
The place where nickels come to gamble on their faces
She took the offer, to be the daughter
We pledge allegiance to the one who offers social graces

Please don't blame me
Please don't blame me
'Cause I'm in over my head
In over my head
It's for the best

I ripped up the picture
The one in the kitchen
I looked weak
My eyes, they gave it all away
I don't deny it
I still haven't found it
I proudly wear the scars
I've challenged every crutch so far

Please don't blame me
Please don't blame me
'Cause I'm in over my head
In over my head
It's for the best




And I'm in over my head
It's for the best

Overall Meaning

The first verse of the song "Over My Head" by Furslide paints a picture of a lost island in an endless ocean, where people come to gamble on their luck. The singer of the song seems to have lost their way and is feeling overwhelmed by the choices they have made. The reference to nickels being gambled suggests that they are worried about losing everything they have. The second part of the verse talks about someone who has accepted an offer to be a daughter, possibly implying that they have given up their own identity in exchange for the promise of social acceptance. The line "We pledge allegiance to the one who offers social graces" emphasizes the theme of conformity and the pressure to fit in with society's expectations.


The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Please don't blame me, 'cause I'm in over my head" multiple times. This suggests that the singer feels responsible for the situation they find themselves in, but also acknowledges that they are overwhelmed and unable to cope. The line "It's for the best" is a contradiction to this and implies that they are optimistic about their future, despite their current challenges. The second verse of the song talks about the singer ripping up a picture in the kitchen, which could be a metaphor for destroying a memory or a symbol of their past. They admit to being weak and unable to hide their emotions. The line "I proudly wear the scars" implies that they have been through difficult times before and have come out stronger for it. The final line of the song "I've challenged every crutch so far" suggests that they have a history of overcoming their struggles and are determined to continue fighting.


Line by Line Meaning

I lost an island, in the ocean
I have lost something that was once precious to me, like an island lost in the vastness of the ocean.


The place where nickels come to gamble on their faces
This island was where people would take chances and risk their money, like gambling with nickels.


She took the offer, to be the daughter
Someone accepted an opportunity to be a part of a family or group.


We pledge allegiance to the one who offers social graces
We give our loyalty and devotion to someone who can provide us with manners and etiquette for social situations.


Please don't blame me
I am asking you not to hold me responsible for whatever has happened.


Cause I'm in over my head
I am overwhelmed with a situation that I may not be able to handle.


It's for the best
Despite the challenges and difficulties, everything will work out for the better in the end.


I ripped up the picture
I destroyed a photograph that held memories of the past.


The one in the kitchen
Perhaps the photograph was displayed in the kitchen, a place where memories and family connections are often made.


I looked weak
I felt vulnerable and exposed, like my weaknesses were on full display.


My eyes, they gave it all away
My emotions were easily read and understood by anyone looking at me.


I don't deny it
I am not denying the truth of the situation.


I still haven't found it
I am still searching for something, perhaps a sense of purpose or fulfillment.


I proudly wear the scars
I am not ashamed of my past struggles and the wounds that I carry.


I've challenged every crutch so far
I have faced many obstacles and have overcome them all without relying on any outside help or assistance.


And I'm in over my head
Once again, I find myself in a situation that is beyond my abilities or expertise.


It's for the best
But I trust that everything will work itself out in the end, and it will all be for the better.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JENNIFER E. TURNER

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Gina Magliocco

fuck yes i love that no one still doesn't understand how awesome btvs was/is. even the soundtracks are like buried treasure for my eardrums.

Lenore Raven

I freakin LOVE you Gina! Couldn't have said it better 🌹

YourTypicalInternetCommenter

such a beautiful song and amazing vocals 💜💜💜

christopher gray

For those who don't know. That's Jennifer Turner cranking out this track. Used to play for Natalie Merchant/10k Maniacs.

David Zarn

To clarify, Turner did not play for the Maniacs; she began playing for Merchant after she parted from the Maniacs and began working on Tigerlily, her 1st solo record. Amazingly soulful guitarist.

Pretty Gamer

Love this song !!!!!!!

Louya K.

OMG THIS SONG!!! 🤘🏽

mariablatter

Thank you so much - I’ve been looking for this song forever!!!!!! Could not remember the name Furslide and google results were not cutting it with “over my head”

hallowgurl55

luv this song! its very kewl def sumthin different!...luv the sound, luv the band. furslide rocks!...

ChariCharisma

YEAH BUFFY FOREVER!

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