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.
Turn It Around
The Head and the Heart Lyrics
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And allow the love and help that comes along
You know the richest man didn't build his house alone
The greatest lessons I learned, I learned right here at home
You know the feeling I'm talking about
Every woman and man without a doubt
You're down but not out
You can turn it around, turn it around
There's nobody blocking your way, taking you down
And if you think that you're lost, you can follow the bridges you've crossed
And then you'll be found
Stand proud, stand strong
And allow the love and help that comes along
You know without your love the light divides alone
Lessons I learned right here at home
You know the feeling I'm talking about
Every woman and man without a doubt
You're down but not out
You can turn it around, turn it around
There's nobody blocking your way, taking you down
And if you think that you're lost, you can follow the bridges you've crossed
And then you'll be found
You know the feeling I'm talking about
Every woman and man's been down and out
But you can turn it around
You can turn it around
You can turn it around
You can turn it around
Yeah, you can turn it around, turn it around
There's nobody blocking your way, taking you down
And if you think that you're lost, you can follow the bridges you've crossed
And if you think that you have lost all the version of feeling you saw
Just turn it around
You can turn it around
You can turn it around
You can turn it around
The lyrics to The Head and the Heart's song "Turn It Around" carry a message of resilience and hope. The opening lines encourage the listener to stand proud and strong, while also acknowledging the importance of accepting love and help from others. The mention that the richest man didn't build his house alone highlights the idea that success is often a result of collaboration and the support of others. The lyrics suggest that the greatest lessons in life are learned at home, emphasizing the importance of personal growth and self-reflection.
The chorus reinforces the theme of empowerment, reminding the listener that they have the ability to turn their situation around. It emphasizes that nobody can block their path or bring them down. The line "And if you think that you're lost, you can follow the bridges you've crossed" encourages the listener to look back at their past experiences and use them as a guide to find their way again. The overall message is one of optimism and the belief that it is possible to overcome challenges and find a sense of purpose and fulfillment in life.
Key themes in the song include resilience, the power of community, and personal growth. It serves as a reminder that even in difficult times, it is possible to turn things around and find a path towards a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
Stand proud, stand strong
Have confidence and be resilient
And allow the love and help that comes along
Welcome the support and assistance from others
You know the richest man didn't build his house alone
Success is often achieved with the help of others
The greatest lessons I learned, I learned right here at home
Meaningful experiences and wisdom often come from familiar surroundings
You know the feeling I'm talking about
You understand the emotion being discussed
Every woman and man without a doubt
This feeling applies to everyone, without exception
You're down but not out
Despite hardships, you are still capable of overcoming them
You can turn it around, turn it around
You have the power to change your circumstances
There's nobody blocking your way, taking you down
No one can prevent you from progressing or undermining your potential
And if you think that you're lost, you can follow the bridges you've crossed
When feeling lost, reflect on the challenges you have overcome to find your way
And then you'll be found
By navigating past difficulties, you will rediscover your purpose or direction
And allow the love and help that comes along
Embrace the support and assistance that others offer
You know without your love the light divides alone
One's brightness diminishes without the love and support of others
Lessons I learned right here at home
Meaningful teachings were acquired from familiar surroundings
Every woman and man's been down and out
Everyone has experienced hardship and despair at some point
But you can turn it around
Nevertheless, you have the ability to change your situation
You can turn it around
You have the power to transform your circumstances
You can turn it around
You can alter the course of your life
You can turn it around, turn it around
You have the capability to overcome and improve your situation
And if you think that you're lost, you can follow the bridges you've crossed
If you feel directionless, reflect on past challenges and lessons to find your way
And if you think that you have lost all the version of feeling you saw
Even if you feel you have lost the essence of your previous emotions
Just turn it around
Simply change your perspective or approach
You can turn it around
You possess the capacity to reverse your circumstances
You can turn it around
You have the ability to transform your situation
You can turn it around
You can alter the course of your life
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KENNETH JOSEPH HENSLEY JR., JOSIAH DAVID JOHNSON, JONATHAN ERIC RUSSELL, CHARITY ROSE THIELEN, ROBERT TYLER WILLIAMS, DANIEL DODD WILSON, CHRISTOPHER SHANE ZASCHE
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Natalija Miladinovic
Stand proud, stand strong
And allow the love and help that comes along
You know the richest man didn't build his house alone
The greatest lessons I learned, I learned right here at home
You know the feeling I'm talking about
Every woman and man without a doubt
You're down but not out
You can turn it around, turn it around
There's nobody blocking your way, taking you down
And if you think that you're lost, you can follow the bridges you've crossed
And then you'll be found
Stand proud, stand strong
And allow the love and help that comes along
You know without your love the light divides alone
Lessons I learned right here at home
You know the feeling I'm talking about
Every woman and man without a doubt
You're down but not out
You can turn it around, turn it around
There's nobody blocking your way, taking you down
And if you think that you're lost, you can follow the bridges you've crossed
And then you'll be found
You know the feeling I'm talking about
Every woman and man's been down and out
But you can turn it around
You can turn it around
You can turn it around
You can turn it around
Yeah, you can turn it around, turn it around
There's nobody blocking your way, taking you down
And if you think that you're lost, you can follow the bridges you've crossed
And if you think that you have lost all the version of feeling you saw
Just turn it around
You can turn it around
You can turn it around
You can turn it around
Douglas James
This song met me when I needed it. You know that feeling I’m talking about. You can turn it around.
Natalija Miladinovic
Stand proud, stand strong
And allow the love and help that comes along
You know the richest man didn't build his house alone
The greatest lessons I learned, I learned right here at home
You know the feeling I'm talking about
Every woman and man without a doubt
You're down but not out
You can turn it around, turn it around
There's nobody blocking your way, taking you down
And if you think that you're lost, you can follow the bridges you've crossed
And then you'll be found
Stand proud, stand strong
And allow the love and help that comes along
You know without your love the light divides alone
Lessons I learned right here at home
You know the feeling I'm talking about
Every woman and man without a doubt
You're down but not out
You can turn it around, turn it around
There's nobody blocking your way, taking you down
And if you think that you're lost, you can follow the bridges you've crossed
And then you'll be found
You know the feeling I'm talking about
Every woman and man's been down and out
But you can turn it around
You can turn it around
You can turn it around
You can turn it around
Yeah, you can turn it around, turn it around
There's nobody blocking your way, taking you down
And if you think that you're lost, you can follow the bridges you've crossed
And if you think that you have lost all the version of feeling you saw
Just turn it around
You can turn it around
You can turn it around
You can turn it around
Annabelle Dennis
this is my absolute favourite song atm, on repeat ❤
Spencer Read
same
Mary Vogt
The beginning has such an 80s sound to it. Love it.
Kandy78 T
Beautiful music 🌻💙🦋 so warming to the heart and soul . 🥰🥺
C. Capps
Love this song! Uplifting, H & H more like this plz
galaxies4ever
I've listened to this album about 5 times today. I lost count. They are so good.
Ian Childs
Love this song! This song has a little more gravitas after learning about the connection it has to Haiti and in the wake of Hurricane Mathew.
Initza Pretorius
Love love love all your new tracks