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.
When I Fall Asleep
The Head and the Heart Lyrics
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Looks for a seat
Finds a stool
Orders a drink
Thinks to herself
"Everything was going fine until now"
I can see it on your face
But the world won't wait
For you to come around
So come on, admit it
This has nothing to do with the times
Well, I don't know if we can get around it
But I know we can make it
Make it through these times
Come on, admit it
Oh, just come on, admit it
Come on, admit it
This has nothing to do with the times
Every time, every time
Every time I see you I
When I fall asleep
When I fall asleep
I fell off my bike when I was ten years old
Hit the ground so hard it left a dent
My mom grabbed me by the arm
Said "Come with me, my son"
Said "No thanks, I'd rather be alone"
Think I'll be alone until I die
Lay here on my back and watch the sky
Stars look awfully nice out but I'm cold
I guess I should have taken her advice
The Head and the Heart's "When I Fall Asleep" is a song that is open to interpretation, with its lyrics addressing a range of human emotions, particularly despair, regret, and loneliness. The first verse opens with the image of Sally walking into a bar, looking for a seat, and ordering a drink. However, her thoughts are sombre as she feels that everything was going fine until now. The next verse shows how the singer tries to empathize with Sally and can see that she's been kicked around, but the world won't wait for her to come around. The repeated refrain of "Come on, admit it/This has nothing to do with the times" encourages Sally to acknowledge that her problems may not entirely be due to external factors.
The second half of the song takes on a more personal tone as the singer reminisces about a childhood incident in which he fell off his bike and left a dent on the ground. His mother tries to console him, but he prefers to be alone. He then reflects on his current state and feels like he will remain alone until he dies. The last line of the song "I guess I should have taken her advice" is an expression of regret, acknowledging that his mother was right in offering comfort.
Overall, the song explores themes of despair, regret, and loneliness and encourages one to face their problems honestly and try to find a way through these difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Sally walks into a bar
A woman named Sally enters a social establishment where drinks are served
Looks for a seat
Sally searches for a place to sit down and relax
Finds a stool
Sally discovers a small, high-backed seat with no armrests
Orders a drink
Sally requests a beverage from the bartender
Thinks to herself
'Everything was going fine until now'
Sally reflects on how things were going well until this point in time, possibly indicating that something bad happened or something is bothering her
I can see it on your face
You've been kicked around
But the world won't wait
For you to come around
The singer notices that the addressed person has experienced difficulties, but emphasizes that the world moves on even if they do not
So come on, admit it
This has nothing to do with the times
The singer urges the addressed person to be honest and admit that their current situation is not solely due to external circumstances
Well, I don't know if we can get around it
But I know we can make it
Make it through these times
The artist is uncertain if they can avoid a difficult situation but is confident that they can persist through it
Come on, admit it
Oh, just come on, admit it
Come on, admit it
This has nothing to do with the times
The artist once again implores the addressed person to confess that their predicament is not exclusively due to external factors
Every time, every time
Every time I see you I
When I fall asleep
When I fall asleep
The artist thinks of the addressed person frequently, particularly when they are going to bed
I fell off my bike when I was ten years old
Hit the ground so hard it left a dent
My mom grabbed me by the arm
Said 'Come with me, my son'
Said 'No thanks, I'd rather be alone'
The singer recollects a past incident where they were hurt, and their mother tried to comfort them, but they chose to be alone
Think I'll be alone until I die
Lay here on my back and watch the sky
Stars look awfully nice out but I'm cold
I guess I should have taken her advice
The artist believes that they will be alone for the rest of their life and currently spends their time lying down and looking at the stars, despite feeling cold. They regret not taking their mother's advice to accept comfort and support from others
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Sam Obscherning
i knew these guys from the get go and i think that they're absolutely incredible. Seen them over 20 times and will never miss a show.
Audrey Advincula
i instantly fall in love with every song of theirs. this band is just amazing and one of my absolute favorites of all time. <3
Hannah B
fell in love with this band about 2 years ago. i'm so glad they're getting their music out in the world... they totally deserve it.
1MagicMT
Just went at their show in Montreal, it was awesome! Another great song, like all of the others (yet to hear one bad) Keep it up H&H
virtual spaceman
Gorgeous song! Always puts me in a awesome mood! :D
Erol Bal
Can we get this on Spotify already?
Victoria Malcolm
almost had a heart attack when i saw there was a new head and the heart song :) amazing as ever... I can't wait for them to come out with another album, i love pretty much everything they write.
Jamesderanged
Amazing, like all of their material.
basketballbabee16
absolutely my favorite song <3 0:23-0:29=absolutely my favorite part <3
Agnus Ericson
THEY ARE AWESOME.