Head Over Heels
Switchfoot
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Head over here and take me Head over heels and aching When I told you I was yours I was yours In this life, you're the one place I call home In this life, you're the feeling I belong In this life, you're the flower and the thorn You're everything that's fair in love and war I'm coming down like a gunshot In all these battles I've fought You're the mark I'm aiming for I was yours In this life, you're the one place I call home In this life, you're the feeling I belong In this life, you're the flower and the thorn You're everything that's fair in love and war In love and war Head over heels Head over heels In this life, I'm stubborn to the core In this life, I've been burning after more We both know what these open arms are for You're everything that's fair In this life, you're my only one In this life, you're my only one In this life, you're my only one In this life, you're my only one In this life, you're the one place I call home In this life, you're the feeling I belong In this life, you're the flower and the thorn You're everything that's fair in love and war
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Written by: JON FOREMAN
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10 facts about this song
Song Basics"Head Over Heels (In This Life)" is a song by American alternative rock band Switchfoot. This song is featured on their sixth studio album, "Oh! Gravity."
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Release InformationThe album "Oh! Gravity" was released on December 26, 2006, under Columbia and Sparrow Records. “Head Over Heels (In This Life)” is the sixth track on the album.
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Band FormationSwitchfoot was formed in 1996. The members are Jon Foreman (lead vocals, guitar), Tim Foreman (bass guitar, backing vocals), Chad Butler (drums, percussion), Jerome Fontamillas (guitar, keyboards, backing vocals), and Drew Shirley (guitar, backing vocals).
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Style and Genre"Head Over Heels (In This Life)" encapsulates Switchfoot’s signature sound — a blend of alternative rock, post-grunge, and pop punk. The song showcases strong guitar riffs and catchy choruses, which are characteristic features of the band’s music.
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Song ThemeThe song talks about navigating life’s difficulties, maintaining hope, and finding joy despite the ups and downs. This theme often recurs in many of Switchfoot's songs, reflecting their Christian faith and positive outlook on life.
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Performance of AlbumThe "Oh! Gravity" album, which "Head Over Heels (In This Life)" belongs to, peaked at No. 18 on the Billboard 200 chart and No. 1 on the Billboard Christian Albums chart.
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Production TeamThe album was produced by the eminent teams of Tim Palmer, who has worked with the likes of Pearl Jam and U2, and Steve Lillywhite, known for his work with The Rolling Stones and Dave Matthews Band.
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InspirationThe songs on the album, including "Head Over Heels (In This Life)", deal with the conflict between the facades people present to the world and their true selves, a theme that arose from the band's reflection on life in the public eye.
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ReceptionAlthough "Head Over Heels (In This Life)" was not released as a single and hence did not chart independently, the album itself was generally well-received and was lauded for its raw energy and lyrical depth.
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Live Performances"Head Over Heels (In This Life)" has been performed in numerous live shows and concerts. Its energized melody and compelling lyrics often make it a crowd favorite.
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