Composed primarily of transplants to the Seattle area, The Head and the Heart write and play songs that speak to the newness of a fresh start, of the ghosts left behind, of moving forward, all brimming with a soulfulness and hope for a better life than the one we've all been sold.
Stylistically, think a folksy Beatles or The Avett Brothers with a little extra oomph. Catchy piano melodies stand side by side with a tight trio of harmonies, and solid minimalist drums, groovin' bass, and plenty of hand percussion and foot stomps make the live show inspiring and really goddamn fun.
After the band self-released its eponymous debut album in June 2010, the emblematic Seattle label Sub Pop re-released the album. For the Sub Pop version, the song “Sounds like Hallelujah” has been re-recorded, live favorite “Rivers and Roads” has been added, and the album has been re-mastered.
The band's second album "Let's Be Still" was released on October 15, 2013.
The band released their third studio album, "Signs of Light", in September 2016.
The band's fourth album, "Living Mirage", was released in May 2019.
Band member Josiah Johnson released his debut solo album, "Every Feeling On a Loop", in September 2020.
10000 Weight in Gold
The Head and the Heart Lyrics
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A dusty bulb, an abandoned lot
And the nighttime was the worst
It shows you all the things you've lost
There's no light in here now
There's no light in here now
I can't blame you for the things you know
And when I'm out there on the road
I think you and those kids at home
There's no light in here now
There's no light in here now
Well 10,000 weight in gold
Never feels like treasure until you lose it all
Well I packed my bag for the road
I grabbed my hat 'cause it's time, yes time is marching on
And if you see me out on the road
My bags are packed 'cause it's time, yes time is marching on
There's no light in here now
There's no light in here now
I was burned out and lost
There's no light in here now
I was burned out and lost
There's no light in here now
And the nighttime was the worst
There's no light in here now
I was burned out and lost
The Head and the Heart's "10000 Weight in Gold" describes a personal struggle with feeling lost and disconnected from the people and things that were once important. The opening lines depict a state of burnout and abandonment, with the nighttime acting as a metaphor for the darkness that has consumed the singer's life. The repetition of "there's no light in here now" emphasizes the complete lack of hope that the singer feels in their current state.
The second verse shows a sense of resignation and acceptance of the consequences of one's actions. The singer acknowledges that their behavior may have caused loved ones to leave, but does not blame them for doing so. The mention of "the kids at home" suggest a family dynamic, adding an extra layer of emotional weight to the situation.
The chorus speaks to the idea that the things we take for granted can suddenly become priceless when they are lost. The metaphor of 10,000 weight in gold, which would be considered a valuable treasure, emphasizes the weight of regret and the feeling that the singer has lost something of great importance.
The final verse shows a sense of determination to move forward, even if that means leaving behind familiar faces and places. The repetition of "there's no light in here now" closes the song on a somber note, leaving the listeners questioning whether the singer will be able to find the sense of fulfillment and purpose they are searching for.
Overall, "10000 Weight in Gold" is a powerful exploration of the struggle to find meaning and a sense of purpose in one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
I was burned out and lost
I was exhausted and disoriented
A dusty bulb, an abandoned lot
Like a once-lit bulb and a deserted property
And the nighttime was the worst
During the night, the worst feelings arise
It shows you all the things you've lost
The night reveals those things that you no longer have
There's no light in here now
There is no illumination around me
If you take the kids and go
If you decide to leave with the children
I can't blame you for the things you know
I cannot fault you for the things you understand
And when I'm out there on the road
During my time away from home
I think you and those kids at home
I think of you and the kids back at the house
Well 10,000 weight in gold
A great treasure worth 10,000 units of gold
Never feels like treasure until you lose it all
It is only after losing it all that you realize its value
Well I packed my bag for the road
I prepared my belongings for the journey
I grabbed my hat 'cause it's time, yes time is marching on
I secured my hat because time is inevitably moving forward
And if you see me out on the road
If you encounter me while traveling
My bags are packed 'cause it's time, yes time is marching on
My luggage is ready because time is still moving on
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHARITY ROSE THIENLEN, CHRIS ZASCHE, JONATHAN RUSSELL, JOSIAH JOHNSON, KENNY HENSLEY, TYLER WILLIAMS
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Be U Til Full
I was burned out and lost
A dusty bulb, an abandoned lot
And the nighttime was the worst
It shows you all the things you've lost
There's no light in here now
There's no light in here now
If you take the kids and go
I can't blame you for the things you know
And when I'm out there on the road
I think you and those kids at home
There's no light in here now
There's no light in here now
Well 10, 000 weight in gold
Never feels like treasure until you lose it all
Well I packed my bag for the road
I grabbed my hat 'cause it's time, yes time is marching on
And if you see me out on the road
My bags are packed 'cause it's time, yes time is marching on
There's no light in here now
There's no light in here now
I was burned out and lost
There's no light in here now
I was burned out and lost
There's no light in here now
And the nighttime was the worst
There's no light in here now
I was burned out and lost
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10,000 Weight in Gold
The Head and the Heart
10,000 WEIGHT IN GOLD LYRICS
I was burned out and lost
A dusty bulb, an abandoned lot
And the nighttime was the worst
It shows you all the things you've lost
There's no light in here now
There's no light in here now
If you take the kids and go
I can't blame you for the things you know
And when I'm out there on the road
I think you and those kids at home
There's no light in here now
There's no light in here now
Well 10,000 weight in gold
Never feels like treasure until you lose it all
Well I packed my bag for the road
I grabbed my hat cause it's time, yes time is marching on
And if you see me out on the road
My bags are packed cause it's time, yes time is marching on
There's no light in here now
There's no light in here now
I was burned out and lost
There's no light in here now
I was burned out and lost
There's no light in here now
And the nighttime was the worst
There's no light in here now
I was burned out and lost
Be U Til Full
I was burned out and lost
A dusty bulb, an abandoned lot
And the nighttime was the worst
It shows you all the things you've lost
There's no light in here now
There's no light in here now
If you take the kids and go
I can't blame you for the things you know
And when I'm out there on the road
I think you and those kids at home
There's no light in here now
There's no light in here now
Well 10, 000 weight in gold
Never feels like treasure until you lose it all
Well I packed my bag for the road
I grabbed my hat 'cause it's time, yes time is marching on
And if you see me out on the road
My bags are packed 'cause it's time, yes time is marching on
There's no light in here now
There's no light in here now
I was burned out and lost
There's no light in here now
I was burned out and lost
There's no light in here now
And the nighttime was the worst
There's no light in here now
I was burned out and lost
Jana Entringer
I could listen to the last 30 seconds of this song on replay for the rest of my life… <3
ThatDudeEddiee0
I’m a lyft driver on weekends, usually nights, and there was this one night about a year ago I was going home, about 3 in morning, and was switching through the stations not on my presets. I then ended up in the lowest frequencies, which aren’t very popular where I’m from and very distorted, and somehow I managed to hear the rhythm of this song and thankfully I was able to quickly shazam it. So after hearing this song on youtube with full clarity, I realized I had found a gem that night, one that I would have otherwise NEVER hear. In a sense, whenever I hear this song now, I like to believe it comes from another universe considering how beautifully crafted this work is and how I heard it through the static in frequencies at 3 in the morning. I know I can easily search the web for all info on this band, but I kind of don’t want to. I love that feeling I get. * 12 am thoughts *
Teo M
Love the story!
maglyn star
🙌💫🙏
Peter Pratsch
These Guys, and Gal, have been great for years now. Definitely one of todays most underrated bands!
Aaron Abramowitz
Impeccable...The ending whispers into my soul. Definitely up there with Rivers and Roads as one of my absolutely songs of all time, not just Head and the Heart. I haven't cried from a song in a long while. Thank you for your wonderful music, you great band, you :D
callen5469
Wow this song needs more recognition
Brandon H
callen5469 heard is on ncis new orleans season 2 episode 2
Danna B
I saw it on NCIS New Orleans also, on March 28, 2020.
Touched By The Sun, Season 2, Episode 3 actually.
I had to find this song on YouTube and add it to my playlist!