She took up piano at the age of five, attending Manhattan's Third Street Music School for two years, going on to the Jewish Community Center of Staten Island's Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute. There she met vocal coach Elizabeth McCullough, who worked with her through high school. She is a graduate of Staten Island Technical High School and Binghamton University, where she received a degree in theatre.
Her influences range from Fiona Apple to Coldplay. She regularly appears at Manhattan venues such as The Knitting Factory, CBGB's Gallery, Bar 169, The Sidewalk Cafe, Kenny's Castaways, and Pianos.
She began recording music in 2002, releasing Slow the Rain independently in January of 2005. In 2006, Ingrid released her second album Girls and Boys. Her music has recently enjoyed a bit more commercial success with songs like "Breakable" and "Keep Breathing" being featured on ABC show Grey's Anatomy, as well as a 2007 Old Navy commercial being set to her song "The Way I Am".
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Around You
Ingrid Michaelson Lyrics
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And that's all that I knew
Why do I have to pretend
To find ways to be around you?
You've been there all along
Holding my hand like you do
Why do I feel that it's wrong
And I think I'm losing my mind
Maybe I have been hopelessly blind to your beauty
And you have a sweet sinful smile, I'm in trouble
'Cause you turn me upside down and around and around
Do you feel what I feel? Well?
Do you feel this way too?
That every wound seems to heal when I am around you
And I must be losing my mind
Maybe I have been hopelessly blind to your beauty
And you have a sweet sinful smile, I'm in trouble
'Cause you turn me upside down and around and around and around
And I must be losing my mind
Maybe you have a sweet sinful smile, I'm in trouble
Cause you turn me upside down and around and around
Turn me upside down and around and around
Turn me upside down and around and around
My feet don't touch the ground
When I'm around you
When I'm around you, you, you, you, you
The lyrics to "Around You" by Ingrid Michaelson describe the confusion and inner conflict of someone who has started to develop romantic feelings for a friend. The singer acknowledges that they have always thought of this person as just a friend, but lately, they have been struggling with finding ways to be closer to them. The singer wonders if the other person feels the same way and if it would jeopardize their existing friendship. The verse "Do you feel what I feel? Well? Do you feel this way too? That every wound seems to heal when I am around you" captures the idea that the person's presence has a profound impact on the singer's well-being.
The chorus reveals that the singer is starting to fall in love with this person, even though they never saw them in that way before. The lyrics "And I think I'm losing my mind, Maybe I have been hopelessly blind to your beauty" suggest that the singer is surprised by the depth of their feelings, and that they didn't realize how much they were drawn to this person. The line "you have a sweet sinful smile, I'm in trouble" conveys the idea that the other person's charm and charisma are irresistible to the singer.
Overall, "Around You" is a heartfelt and relatable song about the challenges of dealing with newfound romantic feelings for a close friend. It captures the confusion, uncertainty, and excitement of realizing that a platonic relationship has the potential to become something more.
Line by Line Meaning
I call you my friend
I refer to you as my friend
And that's all that I knew
I believed that our friendship was all there was
Why do I have to pretend
Why must I act like everything is okay
To find ways to be around you?
In order to spend time with you, do I need to create excuses?
You've been there all along
You have been present with me for a long time
Holding my hand like you do
Offering comfort and support as my companion
Why do I feel that it's wrong
Why do I have guilt about our relationship
To love to be around you?
To enjoy spending time with you and care for you
And I think I'm losing my mind
I feel like I'm going crazy
Maybe I have been hopelessly blind to your beauty
Perchance, I have not seen how wonderful you are as a person
And you have a sweet sinful smile, I'm in trouble
Your charming grin has an irresistible charm; I am in a predicament
'Cause you turn me upside down and around and around
My emotions go crazy when I am with you
Do you feel what I feel? Well?
Are you feeling the same way as me?
Do you feel this way too?
Do you also have the same emotions as me?
That every wound seems to heal when I am around you
Being with you makes all of my troubles disappear
And I must be losing my mind
I think I'm going insane
My feet don't touch the ground
I feel weightless and euphoric
When I'm around you
Whenever I am with you
Maybe you have a sweet sinful smile, I'm in trouble
Perhaps, your charming grin is my downfall
Turn me upside down and around and around
My emotions are in disarray whenever you are around
Turn me upside down and around and around
I become dizzy with glee whenever you are present
When I'm around you, you, you, you, you
My elation persists around you
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Ramo7769
This is a magical song. Who else came here because this album is not on Spotify?
Alex Esteves
I guess it is some of the songs from her first album which she got so upset about she decided to delete from all of plataforms
Rhea H.
Ingrid is much more different than other singers. She has a beautiful voice, but her lyrics are so poetic. She's not like modern music. She's not like everyone else. She's unique.
Embers Official
I totally agree. Couldn't have said it better than myself :) She's brilliant!
Jelly Rolls
+Rhea Hingu i definately agree. taylor swift could learn a thing or two from here. actually, more like 3,456 things. but you know, close enough
John Paul / JP
I’m so obsessed with this song. The lyrics, the vocal color, the nuances—all of it.
Carolyn Segovia
it really hits you in the chest when you find a song that fits perfectly with your own life
Emehlemehleigh
This song gives me goosebumps...
ADAM YAISH
her voice, her style, her music, her lyrics all will get into your veins going directly to your heart and calm your nerves.
wish to see you in person Ingrid. i really love your music.
Barbara Enriquez
i love this song so much. simple words, but very powerful and heartfelt.