Therapy
Arie Lyrics

Oh oh oh
Repetition used for emphasis and to create a musical flow

Yeah yeah yeah yeah hey
Repetition used for emphasis and to create a musical flow

Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Repetition used for emphasis and to create a musical flow

I, I, I, I need your therapy
Expressing the need for guidance or support from a partner

I, I, I, I need you to come and lay hands on me
Expressing the desire for physical contact and touch from a partner

I, I, I, I need your therapy (therapy)
Repetition used for emphasis and to create a musical flow

Hey
An informal greeting, used to create a casual atmosphere

He lays me on the couch and says
Describing a scene where the artist is receiving therapy or guidance from a partner on a couch

"How has your day been?
The partner in the scene asks the artist about their day, showing a caring attitude

Tell me your problems
The partner in the scene invites the artist to share their problems or issues

I'll help you solve them
The partner in the scene promises to assist the singer in solving their problems

Come on let's talk about it"
The partner in the scene encourages the artist to open up and communicate

He sits next to me and smiles
Describing the partner's comforting and supportive behavior

Listens to all of my words
Describing the partner's attentive and empathetic attitude

Relaxes all of my nerves
Describing the partner's calming and soothing influence

Like breathe in (breathe in)
Using breathing exercises as a relaxation tool

Let it go (shout it out)
Encouraging the artist to release their negative emotions through expression

Take deep breathes and real slow, calm down
Using deep breathing exercises to aid in relaxation

Close my eyes (soft spoke)
Describing the need to focus and concentrate on the exercise

Ease my mind (take control)
Encouraging the artist to take charge of their thoughts and feelings

From my body please
Requesting physical therapy or touch

Work your psychology
Encouraging the partner to use their understanding of the artist's psychology to help them

You've taken good care of me
Recognizing the partner's positive contribution to the singer's life

Always been there for me
Acknowledging the partner's consistent presence and support

Boy I can't bear to leave
Expressing the desire to stay with the partner

'Cause I need your therapy
Reiterating the need for guidance and support from the partner

You've given me everything
Recognizing the partner's generosity and care

So much I ever could need
Acknowledging the completeness and sufficiency of what the partner provides

Without you I'm weak in the knees
Expressing dependence and vulnerability without the partner's support

I need your therapy
Reiterating the need for guidance and support from the partner

He puts his hand on my lower back
Describing a scene where the partner provides physical comfort and support

His face in my neck and
Describing the physical intimacy and closeness between the artist and the partner

Says something to make me laugh
The partner in the scene lightens the mood and makes the artist happy

Makes me forget I was mad
The partner in the scene helps the artist to let go of negative emotions

His touch feels so right
Describing the positive and comforting sensation of the partner's touch

It's like he's reading my mind, yeah
Expressing the closeness and mutual understanding between the artist and the partner

When it feels like I'm losing power
Expressing a feeling of helplessness or weakness

(Oh india.Arie)
Acknowledging India.Arie, the artist performing the song

When it feels like a wilting flower
Describing the feeling of being drained or exhausted

(You make me feel irie)
Expressing the positive and uplifting effect of the partner's presence

The way you touch me says "I'm there for you"
The partner's touch conveys a comforting and reassuring message

(I'm there for you)
Repeating the partner's message of support

It heals me just to hear you say
Expressing the therapeutic impact of the partner's words

("I love you")
The partner expresses their love for the artist