Head Above Water

Avril Lavigne

About Head Above Water

"Head Above Water" is a song recorded by Canadian singer Avril Lavigne from her sixth studio album of the same name (2019). It was written by Lavigne and Travis Clark of We The Kings alongside its producer Stephan Moccio. It was released as the lead single from the album on September 19, 2018, by BMG Rights Management. It is Lavigne's first single since "Fly", released on April 2015. Commercially, the song peaked at number 64 on the US Billboard Hot 100, and entered the charts of 24 other countries and regions. In September 2019, a new version featuring vocals from We The Kings' Travis Clark was released. 


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2019
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I've gotta keep the calm before the storm
I don't want less, I don't want more
Must bar the windows and the doors
To keep me safe, to keep me warm

Yeah, my life is what I'm fighting for
Can't part the sea, can't reach the shore
And my voice becomes the driving force
I won't let this pull me overboard

God, keep my head above water
Don't let me drown, it gets harder
I'll meet you there at the altar
As I fall down to my knees
Don't let me drown, drown, drown
Don't let me, don't let me, don't let me drown

So pull me up from down below
'Cause I'm underneath the undertow
Come dry me off and hold me close
I need you now, I need you most

God, keep my head above water
Don't let me drown, it gets harder
I'll meet you there at the altar
As I fall down to my knees
Don't let me drown, drown, drown
Don't let me, don't let me, don't let me drown
Don't let me drown, drown, drown
Keep my head above water, above water

And I can't see in the stormy weather
I can't seem to keep it all together
And I, I can't swim the ocean like this forever
And I can't breathe

God, keep my head above water
I lose my breath at the bottom
Come rescue me, I'll be waiting
I'm too young to fall asleep

God, keep my head above water
Don't let me drown, it gets harder
I'll meet you there at the altar
As I fall down to my knees

Don't let me drown
Don't let me drown (don't let me, don't let me, don't let me drown)
Don't let me drown (don't let me, don't let me, don't let me drown)
Keep my head above water, above water

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Avril Lavigne

Avril Ramona Lavigne (pronunciation: /ˈævrɨl ləˈviːn/; AV-ril lə-VEEN; born 27 September 1984) is a Canadian singer-songwriter. She was born in Belleville, Ontario, but spent most of her youth in the small town of Napanee. By the age of 15, she had appeared on stage with Shania Twain; by 16, she had signed a two-album recording contract with Arista Records worth more than $2 million. In 2002, when she was 17 years old, Lavigne broke onto the music scene with her debut album Let Go. more »

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Written by: Avril Ramona Lavigne, Stephan Moccio, Travis Clark

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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14 facts about this song

Release Date
"Head Above Water" was officially released on September 19, 2018.
Album
The song is the title track and lead single from Avril Lavigne's sixth studio album of the same name.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 64 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, becoming Lavigne's first entry on the chart since 2013.
Meaning & Inspiration
"Head Above Water" was inspired by Avril's personal experience with Lyme disease, a condition she publicly revealed she was struggling with in 2015.
Song Composition
The song is conducted in the key of Bb major with a moderately slow tempo of 68 beats per minute.
Video Director
The music video was directed by Elliott Lester and shares the song's theme of resilience in the face of adversity.
Awards & Nominations
Though the song itself didn't receive any specific awards, its positive reception contributed to Avril receiving a 2019 Juno Award nomination for "Pop Album of the Year".
Collaboration
Lavigne co-wrote "Head Above Water" with Travis Clark of the band We The Kings and producer Stephan Moccio.
Philanthropy
In tandem with the song's release, Avril Lavigne's charitable foundation launched a campaign to help individuals affected by Lyme disease.
Global Impact
“Head Above Water” has been translated into different languages worldwide and has inspired many due to its strong emotional connection to overcoming hardships.
Song Genre
The song falls under the genre of Christian pop and pop rock showing different musical scope and style in comparison with Lavigne's previous work.
Chart Position in Canada
"Head Above Water" was a Top 10 hit on the Canada AC chart, peaking at number 2.
Song Certification
In 2020, "Head Above Water" was officially certified Gold by Music Canada.
Evolution of Lavigne's Music
The track marked a departure from her signature pop punk sound; instead, it features a significantly lighter, piano-driven melody that showcases her vocal maturity and growth as an artist.

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