The Sierota siblings co-wrote the song with Leroy Clampitt, Jeffrey David, Cara Salimando, and Paul Guy Shelton.

Markos Papadatos of Digital Journal wrote that the song is delightful and "displays [the band's] growth and maturity."

[1] "Over My Head" entered the Billboard Adult Pop Songs chart dated April 7, 2018 at number 35 and was the week's highest-debuting single.

A collaboration with latte artist Melannie Aquino and Lavazza, the clip features the song's lyrics depicted in espresso foam.

[4] The video features the black turtleneck outfits worn on the single cover and the block letter lights spelling Echosmith that the band use on tour.