Khalid Donnel Robinson was born on February 11, 1998, in Fort Stewart, Georgia. He is of African-American and Mexican descent. His family moved to El Paso, Texas, when he was small, and he attended high school there. He began making music at an early age, writing his first song at the age of 15 and posting it on SoundCloud.
In July 2016, Khalid released his debut single, "Location". The song was an immediate success, peaking at number 16 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and becoming certified quadruple platinum by the RIAA. It also peaked at number four on the UK Singles Chart and was certified platinum by the British Phonographic Industry. The song has received over 645 million streams on Spotify.
Khalid's debut studio album, American Teen, was released on March 3, 2017. The album peaked at number four on the US Billboard 200, and was certified platinum by the RIAA. It was also certified gold in the UK and Australia. The album was nominated for four Grammy Awards, including Best Urban Contemporary Album.
In 2018, Khalid released his second studio album, Suncity, which debuted at number three on the US Billboard 200, and was certified gold by the RIAA. His third studio album, Free Spirit, was released in April 2019 and debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200. He also released his fourth studio album, Up All Night, in October 2019.
Throughout his career, Khalid has collaborated with numerous artists, including Normani, H.E.R., Calvin Harris, and Disclosure. He has appeared on television shows like Saturday Night Live and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. He has also appeared in commercials for the video game Just Dance 2020 and the streaming service Hulu.
In 2020, Khalid won the Grammy Award for Best Music Video for his song "Talk". He also became the youngest artist ever to have three albums certified platinum by the RIAA.
Khalid is an advocate for mental health awareness, and has spoken openly about his struggles with anxiety and depression. He has also been involved in numerous charity initiatives, including the El Paso Shooting Victims' Fund and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Outta My Head
Khalid Lyrics
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Think about the shots and confetti (all night)
I'll take you home if you let me
Just promise you won't forget me
'Cause the days get brighter when you're here
So I gotta keep you near
Goin' crazy and I just can't get you outta my head
Gettin' hazy and I just can't get you outta my head
Hoo-ah hoo-uh
Hoo-ah hoo-uh (my)
Hoo-ah hoo-uh
Hoo-ah hoo-uh (my head)
Hoo-ah hoo-uh
Hoo-ah hoo-uh (my)
Hoo-ah hoo-uh
Just can't get you out of my head
You locked the door and it's raining
But baby I'm not complaining, no
We hit the road and we're racing, yeah
You make me super impatient
Can you feel the tension?
You've got my attention
I know we're just friends
But I'd rather be together
'Cause the days get brighter when you're here
So I gotta keep you near
Goin' crazy and I just can't get you outta my head
Love is in the atmosphere, you can feel it in the air
Gettin' hazy and I just can't get you outta my head
Hoo-ah hoo-uh
Hoo-ah hoo-uh (my)
Hoo-ah hoo-uh
Hoo-ah hoo-uh (my head)
Hoo-ah hoo-uh
Hoo-ah hoo-uh (my)
Hoo-ah hoo-uh
Just can't get you out of my head
(Can't get you out of my head)
My head, my head, my head, my head
My head, my head, my head
(Can't get you out of my)
My head, my head, my head, my head
(Can't get you out of my head)
Hoo-ah hoo-uh
Hoo-ah hoo-uh (my)
Hoo-ah hoo-uh
Hoo-ah hoo-uh (my head)
Hoo-ah hoo-uh
Hoo-ah hoo-uh (my)
Hoo-ah hoo-uh
Just can't get you out of my head
The lyrics of "Outta My Head" by Khalid and John Mayer talk about the feeling of being unable to stop thinking about someone you're attracted to. The song's chorus goes "Going crazy, and I just can't get you outta my head," which speaks to the theme of being consumed by thoughts of this person. The verses talk about wanting to spend time with this person and being impatient to do so. The line "Love is in the atmosphere, you can feel it in the air" speaks to the emotional intensity of the attraction.
There is a sense of urgency throughout the song, with the chorus repeating the phrase "I just can't get you outta my head" multiple times. The lyric "Can you feel the tension? You've got my attention" adds a layer of sexual tension to the song, further emphasizing the powerful attraction between the two people.
Overall, the lyrics of "Outta My Head" capture the feeling of being infatuated with someone and unable to stop thinking about them. The song is a relatable ode to the all-consuming power of attraction.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm here outside when you're ready (when you're ready for me)
I'll be waiting for you outside whenever you're ready to see me.
Think about the shots and confetti (all night)
Let's reminisce about the fun and excitement we had all night long.
I'll take you home if you let me
I'll make sure you get home safely if you allow me to be with you.
Just promise you won't forget me
Please don't forget all the good times we had together.
'Cause the days get brighter when you're here
Your presence makes everything seem much better and happier.
So I gotta keep you near
I don't want to lose you, so I need you to stay close to me.
Goin' crazy and I just can't get you outta my head
I'm going insane because you're constantly on my mind and I can't stop thinking about you.
Love is in the atmosphere, you can feel it in the air
There's a loving energy between us that's quite palpable and easy to notice.
Gettin' hazy and I just can't get you outta my head
Things are starting to get blurry and unclear, but I still can't stop thinking about you.
Hoo-ah hoo-uh
This is simply a vocal refrain and does not have any particular meaning.
You locked the door and it's raining
It's stormy outside, but you've made the wise decision to close the door and stay warm and dry.
But baby I'm not complaining, no
I'm not unhappy or dissatisfied with the situation in any way.
We hit the road and we're racing, yeah
We've started driving in a hurried, fast-paced manner.
You make me super impatient
Your company and presence fills me with an impatience and eagerness to spend time with you.
Can you feel the tension?
Do you sense the excitement and electricity between us right now?
You've got my attention
I'm all yours and I'm completely focused on you.
I know we're just friends
We have a platonic relationship for now.
But I'd rather be together
However, I would love for us to be more than just friends.
My head, my head, my head, my head
This is a repetition of the previous line, emphasizing how intense and persistent these thoughts in my head are.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jamil George Chamas, John Hill, John Clayton Mayer, Khalid Robinson, Sarah Aarons
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jasemofo
(Lyrics)
[Verse 1: Khalid]
I'm here outside when you’re ready (When you're ready for me)
Bring out the shots and confetti (All night long)
I'll take you home if you love me, yeah (Oh yeah)
Just promise you won’t forget me, no
[Chorus: Khalid]
'Cause days get better when you're here, so I gotta keep it
Going crazy and I just can't get you outta my head
Love is in the atmosphere, you can feel it in the air
Getting hazy and I just can't get you outta my head
[Post-Chorus: Khalid]
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa (My)
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa (My head)
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa (My)
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa
Just can't get you outta my head
[Verse 2: Khalid]
We're out the door and it's raining
But baby, I’m not complaining, no
We hit the road and we’re racing, yeah
You make me super impatient
Can you feel the tension? You've got my attention
I know we’re just friends, but I'd rather be together instead, yeah
[Chorus: Khalid]
'Cause days get better when you're here, so I gotta keep it (Oh, ah)
Going crazy and I just can’t get you outta my head (Yeah)
Love is in the atmosphere, you can feel it in the air (Oh)
Getting hazy and I just can't get you outta my head
[Post-Chorus: Khalid]
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa (My)
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa (My head)
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa (My)
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa
Just can't get you outta my head
[Bridge: Khalid]
Can't get you outta my head
My head, my head
My head, my head
My head, my head
My head, my head
Can't get you outta my head
My head, my head
My head, my head
Can't get you outta my
[Outro: Khalid]
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa (My)
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa (My head)
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa (My)
Ooh whoa, ooh whoa
Just can't get you outta my head
@richarizla641
John Mayer can just sing through his guitar, no need of words
@brookearcher856
AMEN
@calami1y988
Agreed
@victoriabeltran6041
Check this amazing John Mayer cover with many other covers! :) https://youtu.be/_5gYqlw-mag
@Miss_Nina.
Yehh :D
@Logicsimple
And Hoo-ah/Hoo-oh's...
@SimonRefaloGuitaristOfficial
Yes, some real guitar in a pop song- thanks John Mayer
@abrahamkindy5698
this is not a pop song
@omar-ev3mb
I’m here because John Mayer is on the guitar 🎸 🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸
@MrTea-gm5ev
omar salh bro same. His skills as a guitarist throw me so far into my feelings it’s not funny