Following 11.5 million hits on youtube and almost 80k likes on Facebook, Gartland independently released her first single in 2011 which reached top 10 iTunes placement in over 17 countries. Since then, 2 EPs have followed.
Over Your Head
Orla Gartland Lyrics
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You cross your fingers and say that you love her
I know that she isn't crazy
She says that's just the way that you made me
and ego is a scary thing
Power is a game to win
Maybe if you keep your eyes closed, you might begin
Your head, your head
You're in way over your head
Your head, your head
Walk away, yeah, far away, it's better this way
I met you just at the right time
You were my best friend but I was just part-time
Then I saw you at the front door
And you knew that I wasn't myself anymore, you said
Confidence is a tricky thing
And I know that the line is thin
Maybe if you keep your eyes closed you might begin
To see that it's all gone to your head
Your head, your head
You're in way over your head
Your head, your head
Walk away, yeah, far away, it's better this way
Ego is a scary thing
Power is a game to win
Maybe if you keep your eyes closed then you might begin
To see that you're way over your head
Your head, your head
You're in way over your head
Your head, your head
Walk away, yeah, far away, it's better this way
It feels like drowning
It feels like drowning
It feels like drowning
It feels like drowning
The song "Over Your Head" by Orla Gartland talks about a person who is in a relationship with someone who is not entirely truthful with them. The first verse talks about how the person they are with goes undercover and lies about loving them. The singer knows that the person they are with is not right for them and that their partner might be manipulating them.
The chorus emphasizes the fact that the person is in over their head and they should walk away from the relationship. The singer seems to be trying to warn the person that they are in a dangerous situation and that they should get out while they can. The second verse talks about how the singer met the person at the right time and how they became best friends. However, when the person changed and became more confident, they became a different person, and the singer hardly recognized them anymore.
The song has a lot of emotional depth and highlights the importance of trusting one's instincts. The lyrics are open to interpretation, but it seems like the singer is warning someone about being in a manipulative relationship. The song carries a sense of urgency, and the emotions are palpable, making it a relatable and powerful track.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you go undercover
I am aware that you keep secrets
You cross your fingers and say that you love her
You pretend to be faithful, but I know you're not
I know that she isn't crazy
I believe that your partner is telling the truth
She says that's just the way that you made me
Your partner thinks her behavior is a result of how you treat her
and ego is a scary thing
Having a big ego can cause problems for oneself and others
Power is a game to win
Some people see power as a competition instead of a responsibility
Maybe if you keep your eyes closed, you might begin
Perhaps you'll realize if you stop ignoring your problems
To see that you're way over your head
To understand that you're in a situation that is beyond your abilities
Your head, your head
Your thoughts, your thinking
You're in way over your head
You've gotten yourself into a situation that is difficult to handle
Walk away, yeah, far away, it's better this way
Leaving this situation behind is the best choice
I met you just at the right time
I got to know you when it was convenient for you
You were my best friend but I was just part-time
You didn't appreciate our friendship as much as I did
Then I saw you at the front door
I recognized you when you came to my house
And you knew that I wasn't myself anymore, you said
You noticed that I wasn't acting like myself and you pointed it out
Confidence is a tricky thing
Being self-assured can be deceivingly dangerous
And I know that the line is thin
I understand how easy it is to cross the line
Maybe if you keep your eyes closed you might begin
Perhaps you'll realize if you stop ignoring your problems
To see that it's all gone to your head
To realize that arrogance has taken over
It feels like drowning
The situation is overwhelming and suffocating
It feels like drowning
The situation is overwhelming and suffocating
It feels like drowning
The situation is overwhelming and suffocating
It feels like drowning
The situation is overwhelming and suffocating
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Orla Gartland, Tom Stafford
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@okyes2753
lyrics? they shall be lent to you, hold them dear
[Verse 1]
I know you go undercover
You cross your fingers and say that you love her
I know that she isn't crazy
But she said that's just the way that you made me
[Pre-Chorus]
Ego is a scary thing
Power is a game to win
Maybe if you keep your eyes closed
Then you might begin
To see that you're way over your head
[Chorus]
Your head, your head
You're in way over your head
Your head, your head
Walk away, far away, it's better this way
[Verse 2]
I met you just at the right time
You were my best friend, but I was just part-time
And I saw you at the front door
And you knew that I wasn't myself anymore
[Pre-Chorus]
You said confidence is a tricky thing
And I know that the line is thin
Maybe if you keep your eyes closed, you might begin
To see that it's all gone to your head
[Chorus]
Your head, your head
You're in way over your head
Your head, your head
Walk away, far away, it's better this way
[Bridge]
Ego is a scary thing
Power is a game to win
Maybe if you keep your eyes closed
Then you might begin
To see that you're way over your head
[Chorus]
Your head, your head
You're in way over your head
Your head, your head
Walk away, far away, it's better this way
[Outro]
It feels like drowning
It feels like drowning
It feels like drowning
It feels like drowning
@StephyPlantbased
for those who prefer the whole text:
I know you go undercover
You cross your fingers and say that you love her
I know that she isn't crazy
She said that's just the way that you made me
And ego is a scary thing
Power is a game to win
Maybe if you keep your eyes closed
You might begin
To see that you're way over your head
Your head, your head
You're in way over your head
Your head, your head
Walk away, far away, it's better this way
I met you just at the right time
You were my best friend, but I was just part-time
And I saw you at the front door
And you knew that I wasn't myself anymore
You said confidеnce is a tricky thing
And I know that the line is thin
Maybе if you keep your eyes closed, you might begin
To see that it's all gone to your head
Your head, your head
You're in way over your head
Your head, your head
Walk away, far away, it's better this way
Ego is a scary thing
Power is a game to win
Maybe if you keep your eyes closed
Then you might begin
To see that you're way over your head
Your head, your head
You're in way over your head
Your head, your head
Walk away, far away, it's better this way
It feels like drowning
It feels like drowning
It feels like drowning
It feels like drowning
@cee8787
“You were my best friend but I was just part time” OUCH OUCH OUCH OUCH
@gogo_crunchy8926
The best line on the album. Its so relatable and bittersweet
@mysss29
me literally every time AGH
@adrianadanielaramirezahuma6959
the kicks in sync with the guitar and drums give me serotonin
@dxg999
This is my highlight from the album. To be frank, I bought a copy just out of curiosity, but the whole album is fantastic!!! Currently on the fourth listen...
@heartyhaha
Never ever...
Let them call you too much.
Burn bright bonfire,
Moths will be drawn to the flame.
But that's no fault of yours.
Burn bright starchild.
As bright as you will🧡
@frozencheeks
I love the way she moves in this video, it's how I dance at bus stops with my headphones in
@RMGuitar123
Everything you’ve done to raise excitement and awareness for your release is a gift to all your fans who were already looking forward to today. Thanks for a great album, the live videos and these performances making them more than ‘lyric’ videos.
@dannymantra8569
This feels like a response from the best friend of Lauren Aquilina in her song "Psycho" when she says "you made her this way"
@totah_
SHE LITERALLY DESERVES MUCH BETTER WHAT A TRUE TALENT!🤍