Dead in the head

Posted by ESC on January 19, 2001

In Reply to: Dead in the head posted by JaneS on January 19, 2001

: : Does anybody know the origin and exact meaning of this phrase "dead in the head"? I am especially interested in its use in reference to drug addicts.
: : Thanks in advance, Denis.

: The term "dead head" refers to fans of the rock group "The Greatful Dead" and it is a common misconception that Dead Heads are heavy drug users. Perhaps there is a connection between these two expressions.

I found several meanings of "dead head," including "someone who rides free on a train." But no "dead in the head," even in my "sin slang" references. Dead in the head to me means "nobody home," "the porchlight is out." His brain is fried.

• Dead in the head marcus 01/20/01