Shawn's voice varies widely standing out along with his rythym acoustical, electric guitar strokes. Shawn travels with his sound man and tour manager, Big Kip Conner.
Mullins's earlier work was influenced by acoustic and power-pop groups such as the Violent Femmes, The Producers and the Indigo Girls. However, his most significant and enduring influences are rock singer-songwriters like James Taylor and country musicians such as Kris Kristofferson.
He is known for playing many cover songs during his live performances, including "Copperhead Road" by Steve Earle as well as introducing some lighthearted, quirky elements into his song and stage elements.
Shawn Mullins released a new recording February, 2006, entitled "9th Ward Pickin Parlor."
In 2008, he released "Honeydew," which includes a new recording of the song "All in My Head" which was featured in an episode of "Scrubs." He supported Dar Williams on her Fall 2008 tour.
All In My Head
Shawn Mullins Lyrics
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I'm just buzzing on a sugar high
Yeah
Everybody moves so fast
No time to wonder why
Yeah
Is it all in my head?
Is it all in my head?
Could everything be so right without me knowing?
I'm just working for the man
I'm just trying to lend a hand
Yeah
If I had a rocket ship
I'd never want to land
I'm just doing the best I can
Is it all in my head?
Is it all in my head?
Could everything be so right without me knowing?
Is it all just some game
Where everything stays the same?
Is it all in my, all in my, all in my head?
Everybody needs a little love
To make it all work out
But I'm still looking to the stars above
Hey hey hey
It's all in my head
It's all in my head
It's all in my, all in my, all in my, all in my
Is it all in my head?
Is it all in my head?
Could everything be so right without me knowing?
Is it all just some game
Where everything stays the same?
Is it all in my, all in my, all in my, all in my head
All in my head
The lyrics of Shawn Mullins's song All In My Head convey a sense of confusion and uncertainty about life. The singer is trying to make sense of his world but finds that everything moves too fast, and he just buzzes on a sugar high, implying that he is not connected to reality. He sees everyone else moving along, and he is just trying to get by, working to please the "man" and lend a hand when possible. If he had a rocket ship, he would never want to come back to earth, suggesting that he has a strong desire to escape his mundane existence.
The chorus phrase, "Is it all in my head?" repeats several times, emphasizing the internal monologue of the singer who is questioning his reality and simply trying to understand if everything is alright or just a facade, saying "Could everything be so right without me knowing?" He is searching for something more profound, and it seems he might find it by looking up at the stars or looking for love, trying to reach beyond himself. The song hints that sometimes even when everything seems alright, happiness may only be mind over matter.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm just trying to get by
I am struggling to cope and survive under current circumstances.
I'm just buzzing on a sugar high
I am feeling overly excited or euphoric, but it may be fleeting and temporary.
Everybody moves so fast
The world moves at a rapid pace and there is a sense of urgency in everything.
No time to wonder why
There is little opportunity for introspection and reflection in a fast-paced world where one must keep up with the speed of life.
Is it all in my head?
I am questioning my own thoughts and beliefs and whether they are realistic or imagined.
Could everything be so right without me knowing?
I am acknowledging the possibility that things may be going well despite my own perception or awareness of it.
I'm just working for the man
I am working for a higher authority or boss and may feel limited in my own agency or purpose.
I'm just trying to lend a hand
I am attempting to be helpful or charitable in my actions towards others.
If I had a rocket ship, I'd never want to land
I express a desire to escape from reality and the mundane aspects of life.
Is it all just some game where everything stays the same?
I am questioning the nature of reality and whether life is just a repetitive cycle or a game with predetermined outcomes.
Everybody needs a little love to make it all work out
I believe that love and connection are essential to a happy and fulfilling life.
But I'm still looking to the stars above
I have hope for a brighter future despite my current struggles.
It's all in my head
I recognize that my thoughts and perceptions are subjective and may not reflect objective reality.
Is it all in my, all in my, all in my head?
I am reiterating my doubts and uncertainty about my own thoughts and perceptions.
All in my head
I conclude the song by repeating my main theme, that my reality is subjective and may not be entirely accurate.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GERRY HANSON, SHAWN MULLINS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
snideelf
Yeah...Everybody moves so fast, no time to wonder why Yeah...I'm just tryin' to get by Is it all in my head? Is it all in my head? Could everything be so right without me knowin'? I'm just workin' for the Man I'm Just tryin' to lend a hand Yeah...And If I had a rocket ship, I'd never wanna land Yeah...I'm just doin' the best I can Is it all in my head? Is it all in my head? Could everything be so right without me knowin'? Is it all just some game, where everything stays the same?
Thomas RockBottom45
I miss this show so much!
Joshua Jordan
+the 20 ideas Me too
Danny Kopp
Cool fact bro: This song was originally considered for the theme song but they decided against it then used it later in one of the episodes.
MegaSpideyman
Never knew that.
Glad they went with I'm No Superman.
Fits a lot better.
Leo 123456789
@MegaSpideyman I disagree, this song would’ve been perfect especially because of JD's daydreaming. But I'm no superman is a great choice too
snideelf
Is it all just some game, where everything stays the same? Is it all in my, all in my, all in my head? Everybody needs a little love, to make it all work out But I'm still lookin' to the stars above...Hey! Hey! Hey! It's all in my head It's all in my head It's all in my, all in my, all in my, all in my head
steven
this is a great summer driving track
AlleE652Brennero
Great song! :-)
docko84
is this in the episode where JD has loads of stuff in his head and hes tryna get by?