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.
Running Through Hell
The Head and the Heart Lyrics
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Looks like I got myself in trouble with the boys again
The prairie's on fire, house is in order
Heart is so cold like an, like an icebox locked in my head
And nowhere to be seen again
Well I'm looking for heaven, running through hell again
Looks like I got myself in trouble with the boys again
I can't play like this I gave you two
You gave me no more, I know
I can't keep going back, but
The winds were blowing in
Now I'm looking for heaven, running through hell again
Looks like I got myself in trouble with the boys again
Prairie's on fire, house is up for sale
And the dog are the days
And your car won't start again
In my head
A wind is blowing us all around
The winds are blowing in
The winds are blowing in
The winds are blowing and I just get carried away
So I bought myself a lottery ticket
And I looked outside
The sun was setting
In my head
There's a wind that's blowing us all around
The winds are blowing in
The winds are blowing and I just get carried away
I need a dog, man
I'm looking for
Looking for
Well, I'm looking for
Looking for heaven
In "Running Through Hell" by The Head and the Heart, the lyrics speak to a sense of longing and searching for something elusive, perhaps heaven, while being consumed by the struggles and chaos of life, symbolized by the metaphorical hell. The singer finds themselves in trouble with others, represented by "the boys," indicating a cycle of conflict and difficulty. The prairie being on fire and the house being in order suggest that even though there may be external chaos, the internal state of the heart remains cold and locked away, isolated from emotions and connection.
The repeated line "looking for heaven, running through hell again" illustrates the relentless pursuit of something better, despite the challenges and setbacks faced. There is a desire to escape the current circumstances, whether it be through searching for heaven or finding solace in a different place, as indicated by the house being up for sale. Yet, the recurring theme of the wind blowing serves as a reminder of the transient nature of life and how we can easily get carried away by its unpredictability. The mention of a lottery ticket and the setting sun further emphasize the longing for change and better days.
Overall, "Running Through Hell" delves into the internal struggle of finding meaning and peace amidst a tumultuous existence, recognizing the desire for a better life but also acknowledging the difficulties and setbacks that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Looking for heaven, running through hell again
In search of happiness and peace, but constantly finding myself in difficult and challenging situations
Looks like I got myself in trouble with the boys again
It seems that I have once again found myself in a problematic situation with my friends or peers
The prairie's on fire, house is in order
Everything is chaotic and out of control, while my personal life appears to be stable and organized
Heart is so cold like an, like an icebox locked in my head
My emotions have become numb and detached, as if they are trapped and frozen within my thoughts
And nowhere to be seen again
Feeling lost and invisible, unable to find my place or purpose
Well I'm looking for heaven, running through hell again
Despite the difficulties, I am still searching for happiness and peace amidst challenging circumstances
Well, the head of the letter says I can't do this no more
The main message indicates that I cannot continue this way or maintain the same course of action
I can't play like this I gave you two
I can no longer pretend or act the same way, as I have already given my all and have nothing left to give
You gave me no more, I know
You have stopped reciprocating or providing what I need or expect from this relationship
I can't keep going back, but
I cannot keep returning to the same situation or person, even though it feels difficult to let go
The winds were blowing in
There were signs or indications of change or transformation approaching
Prairie's on fire, house is up for sale
Both the external world and my personal life are in turmoil and undergoing significant changes
And the dog are the days
Every day feels mundane, repetitive, and tiresome
And your car won't start again
Just when you need it, your means of escape or transportation fails, adding to the frustration and obstacles
In my head
These thoughts and emotions are consuming and overwhelming me mentally
A wind is blowing us all around
There is a force of change affecting everyone and causing turbulence in our lives
The winds are blowing in
The signs and effects of change are becoming more evident and stronger
The winds are blowing and I just get carried away
I become swept up and overwhelmed by the powerful forces of change, unable to resist or control them
So I bought myself a lottery ticket
In hope of a sudden fortunate change and escape from my current circumstances, I took a chance by purchasing a lottery ticket
And I looked outside, the sun was setting
As I searched for a glimmer of hope, I noticed that the day was coming to an end, symbolizing the closing of opportunities
I need a dog, man
I yearn for a loyal companion or something to provide comfort and stability amidst the chaos
I'm looking for
Looking for
Well, I'm looking for
Looking for heaven
I continue my quest for happiness and peace, desperately seeking a sense of heaven amidst the challenges of my life
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Charity Rose Thielen, Christopher Shane Zasche, Jonathan Eric Russell, Josiah David Johnson, Kenneth Joseph Hensley Jr, Robert Tyler Williams
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Roland
Looking for heaven, running through hell again
Looks like I got myself in trouble with the boys again
The prairie's on fire, house is in order
Ah, it's so cold like an, like an icebox locked in my head
And nowhere to be seen again
Well I'm looking for heaven, running through hell again
Looks like I got myself in trouble with the boys again
Well, the head of the letter says I can't do this no more
I can't play like this I gave you two
You gave me no more, yeah, I know
I can't keep going back, but
The winds were blowing in
Now I'm looking for heaven, running through hell again
Looks like I got myself in trouble with the boys again
Prairie's on fire, house is up for sale
And the dog are the days
And your car won't start again
In my head
A wind is blowing, it's all around
The winds are blowing in, the winds are blowing in
The winds are blowing and I just get carried away
So I bought myself a lottery ticket
And I looked outside
And the sun was setting
In my head
There's a wind, it's blowing, it's all around
The winds are blowing in
The winds are blowing and I just get carried away
I need a dog, man
I'm looking for
Looking for
Well, I'm looking for
Looking for heaven
Roland
Looking for heaven, running through hell again
Looks like I got myself in trouble with the boys again
The prairie's on fire, house is in order
Ah, it's so cold like an, like an icebox locked in my head
And nowhere to be seen again
Well I'm looking for heaven, running through hell again
Looks like I got myself in trouble with the boys again
Well, the head of the letter says I can't do this no more
I can't play like this I gave you two
You gave me no more, yeah, I know
I can't keep going back, but
The winds were blowing in
Now I'm looking for heaven, running through hell again
Looks like I got myself in trouble with the boys again
Prairie's on fire, house is up for sale
And the dog are the days
And your car won't start again
In my head
A wind is blowing, it's all around
The winds are blowing in, the winds are blowing in
The winds are blowing and I just get carried away
So I bought myself a lottery ticket
And I looked outside
And the sun was setting
In my head
There's a wind, it's blowing, it's all around
The winds are blowing in
The winds are blowing and I just get carried away
I need a dog, man
I'm looking for
Looking for
Well, I'm looking for
Looking for heaven
Jaden Thompson
Really like this album
Julia Turnbow
That harmonica though...
Gilbert 擠耳
這張專輯真的很好聽
123rockfan
This sounds like a mix between Bruce Springsteen and Bruce Hornsby. Very Brucey.
Gillian Mogab
Wow what a bop
Sigrid Alvarez
Live performance please <3
Rafael Seara
I thought it was Bruce Springsteen! amazing
sunstreet
Fleetwood Mac vibes!!!
Jordan
Fleetwood Mac an influence on this one?