Discover the story of the song > Heavy Lies The Head – Vanessa Amorosi

The protagonist is expressing their anger and disappointment towards their partner. They feel underestimated and betrayed by their partner's actions. They believe that their partner is living in the consequences of their own choices and they don't want to continue being a part of the mess that their partner has created. Overall, the song is about the protagonist standing up for themselves and recognizing their self-worth.