in my head

Ariana Grande

About in my head

"In My Head" is a song by American singer Ariana Grande, on her fifth studio album, Thank U, Next (2019). The track was written by Grande, Lindel Deon Nelson Jr., and Jameel Roberts alongside its producers Andrew "Pop" Wansel, Nathan "Happy" Perez and NOVA Wav's members Brittany "Chi" Coney and Denisia Andrews. It is a trap and R&B song that Grande says talks about "being in love with a version of somebody you've created in your head". Critics debated whether the subject of the song was comedian Pete Davidson or rapper Mac Miller, both former partners of Grande, and praised its personal lyrics. Following the release of Thank U, Next, it entered the charts in a number of countries including: Australia, Canada, Greece, the United Kingdom, the United States. An unannounced music video for "In My Head", directed by Bardia Zeinali, was released on July 9, 2019. It was produced by the team at Vogue, who interviewed and featured Grande on their cover for the August 2019 issue. It depicts the singer with her signature style as she dances and performs the track in a bright white room that represents her own mind. It received positive reviews from critics, who noted its minimalist style and compared it with clips released in the late 1990s. Grande never performed the song live, but the studio version was played as an interlude during her Sweetener World Tour (2019). 


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Here's the thing
You’re in love with a version of a person that you've created in your head
That you are trying to but cannot fix
Uh, the only thing you can fix is yourself
I love you, this has gone on way too long
Enough is enough
I'm two blocks away, I’m coming over

Painted a picture, I thought I knew you well
I got a habit of seeing what isn't there
Caught in the moment, tangled up in your sheets
When you broke my heart, I said you only wanted half of me

My imagination's too creative
They see demon, I see angel (angel) angel
Without a halo, wingless angel

Falling, falling, but I never thought you'd leave me
Falling, falling, needed something to believe in, oh
I thought you were the one
But it was all in my head
It was all in my head (Skrrt, skrrt)

Yeah, look at you, boy, I invented you
Your Gucci tennis shoes runnin' from your issues
Cardio good for the heart (For the heart)
I figure we can work it out, hmm

Painted a picture, I thought I drew you well
I had a vision of seeing what isn't there
Caught in the moment, tangled up in your sheets
When you broke my heart, said you only wanted half of me

My imagination's too creative
They see Cain and I see Abel (Abel), Abel (Abel), Abel (Abel)
I know you're able, willin’ and able

Falling, falling, but I thought that you would need me
Falling, falling, needed something to believe in, oh
I thought that you were the one
But it was all in my head
It was all in my head (Skrrt, skrrt)

Yeah, look at you, boy, I invented you
Your Gucci tennis shoes runnin' from your issues
Cardio good for the heart (For the heart)
I figure we can work it out, hmm

Wanted you to grow, but, boy, you wasn’t budding
Everything you are made you everything you aren't
I saw your potential without seein' credentials (-entials)
Maybe that's the issue (Yeah, yeah)
Said maybe that’s the issue, ah
Can't hold that shit against you, ah
Guess I did it to myself, yeah
Thought you were somebody else, you

Thought you were somebody else, you (You)
Thought you were somebody else, you

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Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande-Butera (/ˌɑːriˈɑːnə ˈɡrɑːndeɪ/; born June 26, 1993) is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She began her career in 2008 in the Broadway musical 13, before playing the role of Cat Valentine in the Nickelodeon television series Victorious (2010–2013) and in the spinoff Sam & Cat (2013–2014). She has also appeared in other theatre and television roles and has lent her voice to animated television and films. more »

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Written by: Andrew Wansel, Ariana Grande, Brittany Coney, Denisia Andrews, Jameel Roberts, Lindel Deon Nelson Jr., Nathan Perez

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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27 facts about this song

Album Background
"In My Head" is a song by American singer Ariana Grande from her fifth studio album, Thank U, Next (2019).
Chart Performance
The song debuted at number 38 on the Billboard Hot 100 after the album's release in February 2019.
Production Team
The song was produced by Pop Wansel and NOVA Wav, with co-production from Happy Perez and Andrew "Pop" Wansel.
Song's Theme
"In My Head" talks about the perception of a failing relationship and the illusion of a perfect partner.
Contributors
The song was written by Ariana Grande, Lindel Deon Nelson Jr., Jameel Roberts, Nathan Perez, and Andrew Wansel.
Critical Reception
The song received positive reviews from music critics, with many praising Grande's vocals and the song's production.
Song Duration
"In My Head" has a duration of three minutes and forty-two seconds.
Song Genre
"In My Head" is a pop and trap song.
Music Video
An accompanying music video was directed by Bardia Zeinali and released on July 9, 2019.
As part of a Documentary
The track was included in her 2020 Netflix documentary, "Excuse Me, I Love You."
Notable Performances
Although "In My Head" was not officially a single, Grande performed it live during her Sweetener World Tour in 2019.
Lyrics Sound
Sonically, the song is known for its echoed vocal effects and deep bass sounds.
Song Background
- "In My Head" is a song from Ariana Grande's fifth studio album, "Thank U, Next."
Album Release
- The album was released on February 8, 2019.
Song Genres
- This song features a mix of Pop, R&B and Trap music genres.
Song Theme
- "In My Head" reflects Ariana's inner dialogue regarding a romantic relationship, acknowledging how she idealized her partner and ignored their flaws.
Producer Credit
- The song was produced by Pop Wansel and NOVA Wav.
Song Duration
- "In My Head" has a duration of three minutes and forty-two seconds.
Voice Sample
- The song begins with a voice message from Ariana's close friend, Doug Middlebrook, warning her about a romantic entanglement.
Music Video
- A vertical music video for this song premiered on Vogue magazine's YouTube channel on July 9, 2019.
Reception
- The song received generally positive reviews from music critics, praising Grande's vocals and the song's production.
Personal Connection
- "In My Head" is personal for Ariana as it explores her own illusions and experiences within a relationship.
Professional Achievement
- “In My Head” peaked at No. 53 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Live Performances
- Although not released as a single, "In My Head" has been included in Grande's setlist for her "Sweetener World Tour."
Cultural Impact
- Like many songs on the album "Thank U, Next," "In My Head" resonated with fans who had also experienced tumultuous relationships. It encouraged open conversation about love and self-awareness.
Songwriter
- Grande was a co-writer on the track along with other contributors including Tyler Parks, Thomas Lee Brown, and Lindel Deon Nelson Jr.
Inclusion in a Film Score
- “In My Head” appeared in the 2021 film soundtrack for “To All the Boys: Always and Forever.”

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