Head Over Heels
The Go-Go's
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Been running so long I've nearly lost all track of time In every direction I couldn't see the warning signs I must be losin' it Cause my mind plays tricks on me It looked so easy But you know looks sometimes deceive Been running so fast Right from the starting line No more connections I don't need any more advice One hand's just reaching out And one's just hangin' on It seems my weaknesses Just keep going strong [Chorus] Head over heels Where should I go Can't stop myself Outta control Head over heels No time to think Looks like The whole world's out of sync Been running so hard When what I need is to unwind The voice of reason Is one I left so far behind I waited so long So long to play this part And just remembered That I'd forgotten about my heart [Chorus]
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Written by: Charlotte Caffey, Kathy Valentine
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group
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5 facts about this song
Release and Ranking"Head Over Heels" was released in July 1984 as a single. It was the first single from their third studio album, "Talk Show."
- The song reached number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, becoming the band's fourth and last top-40 hit on the chart.
- In Canada, the song peaked at number 12.
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Composition and PerformanceThe Go-Go's bassist Kathy Valentine and guitarist Charlotte Caffey wrote the song.
- Belinda Carlisle, the band's lead vocalist, said this song was one of her favorite Go-Go's tracks.
- The instrumentation of the song includes a piano intro and synth overdubs, giving it a distinct sound from their earlier guitar-driven punk rock sounds.
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Meaning and LyricsThe song's lyrics illustrate the instability and chaos in a relationship, with the protagonist becoming increasingly frustrated.
- The energetic chorus - "Head over heels, where should I go? Can't stop myself, outta control" - expresses the tumultuous feelings.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Head Over Heels" is known for its school-setting and comedic narrative.
- The video was directed by Douglas Brian Martin and produced by Sharon Oreck, who also worked with other renowned California bands.
- The band members troll around a library and cause commotion, in character as both the teachers and the students.
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Legacy and Impact"Head Over Heels" remains widely recognized as one of the signature songs of The Go-Go's.
- The track was included in the musical about The Go-Go's, titled 'Head Over Heels,' which ran on Broadway between 2018 and 2019.
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