Don't Let It Go To Your Head
The Brand New Heavies Lyrics


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Now that you know
How I feel about you
Don't let it go to your head, no
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no, no)

Now that you know
I can't live with you, ooh-wee
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no)
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no)

Don't take advantage of my love
Treat me good, treat me fair
Treat me fine

Now that I've given you
Every part of me, ooh-wee
Don't let it go to your head, no
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no, no)

'Cause if you're playin' games
It would be a shame
Don't break my heart
Don't break my heart
Woo, woo

'Cause if you're playin' games
It would be a shame
Don't break my heart
Don't break my heart
Woo, oh, ho, ho

Now that you know
How I feel about you, ooh-wee
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no, no)
Don't let it go to your head, no (no)

Now that you know
I can't live with you, ooh-wee
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no)
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no, no)

Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Go to your head, no
Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Go to your head, no

Oh, ho
Don't break my heart
Woo, woo, ho, ho, ho, ooh-wee, uh-huh
Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Don't let it go to your head, no, no, no, mmm, hmm

Don't, don't ever never, never let it
Don't let it go to your head, your head (no, no, no, no, no, no)
Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Don't let it go to your head, no (oh, no, no, no, no, no, no)

Don't let it go to your head, no
Don't let it go to your head, no (ooh, hoo, mmm, hmm, mmm, hmm)
Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no)

Don't let it go to your head, no
Don't let it go to your head, no (ooh, hoo, ooh, hoo)
Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Don't let it go to your head, no (ooh, no, no, no, no)





Don't let it go to your head, no
Don't let it go to your head, no

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Brand New Heavies' song Don't Let It Go To Your Head speak to the danger of letting one's ego or sense of self-importance overshadow a relationship. The singer confesses strong feelings for the other person, but warns that they should not let that knowledge go to their head, or allow it to impact their treatment of the singer. There is a sense of vulnerability in the lyrics, as the singer expresses that they have given the other person "every part" of themselves, and pleads with them not to break their heart.


Additionally, there is a sense of frustration or concern that the other person may not take the relationship as seriously as the singer does, and that they may be playing games. The repetition of phrases such as "no, no, no" and "don't break my heart" add to the urgent tone of the lyrics. Ultimately, the song's message is to prioritize treating one's partner with love and respect, rather than letting one's own ego get in the way.



Line by Line Meaning

Now that you know
Since I have told you my true feelings


How I feel about you
The depth and nature of my emotions towards you


Don't let it go to your head, no
Don't get overly confident or arrogant because of my feelings


Don't take advantage of my love
Don't use my affection for you to exploit me or mistreat me


Treat me good, treat me fair
Behave towards me in a compassionate and equitable manner


Treat me fine
Take care of me and show me kindness


Now that I've given you
After I have bestowed upon you


Every part of me, ooh-wee
All of myself, including my emotions and physical presence


Don't break my heart
Don't hurt me emotionally


Woo, woo
An exclamation of pain or worry


'Cause if you're playin' games
Because if you're insincere or deceptive


It would be a shame
It would be regrettable or unfortunate


Now that you know
Since I have told you


I can't live with you, ooh-wee
I can't continue to exist without you in my life


Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Repeated emphasis to prevent over-inflating ego


Go to your head, no
Don't let it affect your behavior or attitude




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kenneth Gamble, Leon Huff

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🎙 I Love BNH, 
I Love The BNH, 
Version of This Song,
          👇🏿 
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To BNH & N'Dea, 
          👇🏾 
"BUT",...*JEAN CARN's Version*, 
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@jeremyhaines4481

One of my favourite Bands music groups
The Brand New Heavies

@philliprobinson-muhammad2034

N'Dea and rhe heavies are magical together. I wish that they could settle thier differences and get back to making beautiful music together.

@LatoyaBanks-4444

Memories😌

@loveyu2778

1 of my favorite groups is
The Brand New Heavies...
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@dree2295

Love the shout out to Jean Carne @1:25!!!

@TheRetroWoman80

Major respect shown👍🏼👏

@davidalexander7952

She a angel from heaven SOOO BEAUTIFUL!

@jaydee8553

Jean carn did not write the song. The song was written then she interpreted it the way, she felt was right. Brand new heavies blessed us with an interpretation which i find better. It just has more soul. Musical emotion is sometimes linked to memories. I wasn't born in the 70' so good memories for me related with this song are with BNH version

@nprwbls1843

Jean carn brought me here!🔥💣💥

@kimakotrotman6860

That shows respect.

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