About the song
“Goin’ Out of My Head” is a song by Little Anthony & The Imperials, released in 1964. Written by Teddy Randazzo and Bobby Weinstein, it became one of the group’s most successful and enduring hits.
The lyrics of “Goin’ Out of My Head” express the intense emotional turmoil of unrequited love. The narrator is overwhelmed by feelings for someone who does not reciprocate, describing how this unfulfilled longing is driving him to the brink of despair. The song captures the desperation and heartache of wanting someone so deeply but not being able to have them.
Musically, “Goin’ Out of My Head” features a lush arrangement with strings, horns, and a strong rhythm section, complementing the dramatic and soulful vocal performance by lead singer Anthony Gourdine. The blend of pop and R&B elements showcases the group’s versatility and emotional depth.
The song was a major hit, reaching number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It has been covered by numerous artists over the years, cementing its status as a classic. “Goin’ Out of My Head” remains a powerful and emotive piece that highlights Little Anthony & The Imperials’ influence in the music world.
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Well, I think I’m goin’ out of my headYes, I think I’m goin’ out of my headOver you, over youI want you to want me, I need you so badlyI can’t think of anything but youAnd I think I’m goin’ out of my headYes, I think I’m goin’ out of my headOver you, over youI see you each morningBut you just walk past me you don’t even know that I existGoin’ out of my head over youOut of my head over you out of my head day and nightNight and day and night, wrong or rightI must think of a way into your heartThere’s no reason why my being shy should keep us apartAnd I think I’m goin’ out of my headYes, I think I’m goin’ out of my headGoin’ out of my head over youOut of my head over you out of my head day and nightNight and day and night, wrong or rightNight and day and nightWrong or right, day or nightEveryday, every, every day