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"Head Above Water" is an "empowering" pop rock and Christian rock ballad, backed by steady-building mix of piano, strings, synths and thunderous drums. Lavigne described it as a "spiritual experience." Lavigne's vocal range spans from low F3 to high F5 in the song. Musically the song is in the key of F major and shifts between 2/4 and 4/4 time ...
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- BMG
- September 19, 2018
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Aug 30, 2023 · Head Above Water is a powerful and emotional song by Avril Lavigne that resonates deeply with listeners. Released in 2018, it marks Lavigne’s comeback after a five-year hiatus due to her battle with Lyme disease. The song delves into the vulnerability and strength required to overcome life’s challenges, particularly during moments of ...
The song is the first single from Lavigne's sixth album, released in 2018, and reflects her battle with Lyme disease, which can cause fatigue and joint pain. She wrote the song from her bed and prayed to God to keep her head above water, and later collaborated with Travis Clark and Stephen Moccio to finish it.
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.
