After a chance meeting with an aspiring singer/songwriter, she managed to secure some studio time in Elton John's Rocket Studios, and, after hearing what she could do, she was subsequently picked up by Elton's management company Rocket Music. Anne-Marie released a demo in 2013 entitled Summer Girl, which drew some attention to the singer, most notably garnering a fan in Ed Sheeran. Despite the encouraging start to her solo career, things were put on hold to give her more time to develop as an artist.
Having guested on tracks by dubstep supergroup Magnetic Man, London-based garage duo Gorgon City, and progressive house trio Raized by Wolves, Anne-Marie caught the attention of Brit and MOBO award winners Rudimental. She was featured alongside Dizzee Rascal and Will Heard on two tracks from their second album, 2015's We the Generation, and spent two years touring with the band, playing some of the world's biggest stages and best-known festivals.
The summer of that year also saw the release of Anne-Marie's debut EP on Rudimental's then-new record label, Major Tom's. The aptly titled Karate EP featured three tracks and a Chloe Martini remix, and producers Josh Record and Two Inch Punch worked with her on the record. Both the lead single "Karate," a slick fusion of electro-grime and R&B, and the follow-up "Gemini," garnered some very positive reviews and led Anne-Marie to gigging as a solo artist. In early 2016, the single "Do It Right" reached the U.K. charts, and several months later "Alarm" hit the Top 40 in several charts around the world.
In 2017, Anne-Marie scored a hit single when she featured on Clean Bandit's multi-platinum "Rockabye" with Sean Paul. The song topped the charts across Europe and in Australia, breaking into the Top Ten in Canada and the U.S. She followed with the solo singles "Ciao Adios" and "Heavy," which both charted in the U.K. and Ireland. Both tracks appeared on her debut full-length, Speak Your Mind, which saw release in April 2018. The record also featured the track "Friends," written and recorded with American dance producer Marshmello.
Therapy
Anne-Marie Lyrics
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It's always been that way
It's nothing personal
Pull you in to push you away
I'm emotional, I don't know
If it's better if I'm on my own
It's nothing personal
And you're not to blame
It's not you, it's me
My personality
Needs that missing piece
I thought love was the answer to all of my problems
And kissing your lips was the key
All these tattoos and dancing, distractions ain't working for me
So I think that maybe I just need therapy
My own worst enemy
Again and again
Insecurities
That you can only mend temporarily
I can see
I'm hurting you, it's agony
And apologies
They won't change anything
It's not you, it's me
My personality
I need fixing, please
I thought love was the answer to all of my problems
And kissing your lips was the key
All these tattoos and dancing, distractions ain't working for me
So I think that maybe I just need therapy
I just need therapy
And after all is said and done
I'm running back to you
Maybe you'll be moving on
And found somebody new
As long as I have found myself
To win, sometimes you lose
I can't believe that
I thought love was the answer to all of my problems
And kissing your lips was the key
All these tattoos and dancing, distractions ain't working for me
So I think that maybe I just needed therapy
Ah-ah-ah-ah, just needed therapy
Ah-ah-ah-ah, I just needed therapy
In "Therapy," Anne-Marie explores her dysfunctional nature in relationships and how it affects her ability to connect with others. She acknowledges that this dysfunction is an inherent part of her personality and not something personal directed towards her partner. She recognizes her emotional struggles and questions whether it's better for her to be alone. Despite her realization, she still feels the need to seek therapy because her love life has not been the solution to her problems. The song reflects on the belief that love and physical intimacy alone cannot provide the self-discovery and healing she requires.
The lyrics suggest that Anne-Marie often pushes people away, becoming her own worst enemy in relationships. Her insecurities constantly resurface, causing pain to her partner, and an apology cannot fix the damage caused. She realizes that her personality needs some kind of remedy to address her issues, highlighting her desire for self-improvement and personal growth.
Overall, "Therapy" serves as a reflection on the limitations of love and physical affection in resolving personal struggles. It emphasizes the importance of seeking professional help and introspection to nurture self-esteem and emotional well-being.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm dysfunctional
I have problems and issues that prevent me from functioning properly
It's always been that way
These problems have existed in me for a long time
It's nothing personal
It's not a reflection of my feelings towards you
Pull you in to push you away
I have a tendency to draw you close and then distance myself from you
I'm emotional, I don't know
I am driven by my emotions and don't have a clear understanding
If it's better if I'm on my own
I'm unsure if being alone is better for me
And you're not to blame
I want you to know that it's not your fault
It's not you, it's me
The problem lies within me, not you
My personality
My individual traits and characteristics
Needs that missing piece
Requires something that is currently absent
I thought love was the answer to all of my problems
I believed that love could solve and fix everything I struggle with
And kissing your lips was the key
I thought being in a relationship with you would bring me happiness and fulfillment
All these tattoos and dancing, distractions ain't working for me
Engaging in superficial things like tattoos and dancing doesn't provide the relief I need
So I think that maybe I just need therapy
I have come to the realization that perhaps I require professional help and guidance
My own worst enemy
I am the one who undermines and harms myself the most
Again and again
Repeatedly
Insecurities
Feelings of self-doubt and lack of confidence
That you can only mend temporarily
You can only temporarily heal or alleviate these insecurities
I can see
I am aware
I'm hurting you, it's agony
I am causing you pain, and it is extremely difficult for both of us
And apologies
Expressing regret and saying sorry
They won't change anything
Apologizing won't have any significant impact or solve the underlying issues
I need fixing, please
I require help and assistance to address my problems
And after all is said and done
When everything is considered and completed
I'm running back to you
Despite everything, I find myself returning to you
Maybe you'll be moving on
Perhaps you will find someone new and move forward in your life
And found somebody new
You have discovered another person to be with
As long as I have found myself
As long as I have discovered my own identity and sense of self
To win, sometimes you lose
In order to achieve success, sometimes you have to experience loss
I can't believe that
I am unable to accept or comprehend that
Ah-ah-ah-ah, just needed therapy
I have realized that the solution lies in therapy and professional help
Ah-ah-ah-ah, I just needed therapy
I have come to understand that therapy is what I truly needed
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Anne-Marie Nicholson, Thomas Barnes, Peter Kelleher, Benjamin Kohn, Philip Plested
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@47Quay
The reason Ann Marie is successful is because her music is authentic. She built a loyal fanbase on consistency, and not trying to sound like every artist. I pray one day my music can touch masses like Ann Marie. She is my biggest inspiration!
@ashleytarynsantoyotorres
your music hard dude i just subbed
@justmarieexo
I Second That !! โคโค
@editsxd1
This looks familiar
@DonnieFisk-qj4ne
Thoughts!!! Love
@shallanrambaran7090
I like her because she didn't disrespect herself and is still going. Its harder to achieve than it sounds, especially for a woman of her ethnicity and hood. It is what it is - she real.
@anthonyramsey4889
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@kfason1
its too late for that she want a man to kiss her n spit n her mouth
@Grannymayday
Ann Marie never disappoints with her music and her beats are always on point๐I love her music and she deserves a Grammy๐