The song was written during a critical moment in Lavigne's health struggle. While bedridden and in the arms of her mother, Lavigne felt she was physically drowning and accepted her own mortality. She began praying to God to "keep my head above water," which became the catalyst for the track.
She co-wrote the song with Travis Clark of We The Kings and producer Stephan Moccio. Avril Lavigne - Head Above Water (Audio Downloa...
The release was paired with a campaign for the Avril Lavigne Foundation to raise awareness and funds for Lyme disease treatment. Lyrical Themes and Imagery The song was written during a critical moment