Maria Arroyo

“It’s Not In My Head” is a deeply honest song about the realities of mental health. It captures what it’s like to feel lost, overwhelmed, and unsure if what you’re going through is even real. The repeated line, “Is it in my head?” echoes the quiet questions so many people carry when they’re struggling with something they can’t explain.
This song speaks to the pressure to keep it together, the fear of being misunderstood, and the loneliness that can come from feeling like no one else gets it. But at its core, it’s also a moment of clarity — a reminder that these struggles are real. They matter. And they deserve to be acknowledged, not brushed aside.
“It’s Not In My Head” is a voice for anyone who’s ever felt invisible in their pain. It reminds us that we don’t need to be perfect to be seen, and that what we feel is valid, even when it’s hard to explain. It’s a call for empathy over sympathy, and understanding over silence — a message to anyone who’s ever felt alone in their battle: you’re not imagining this, and you’re not alone.