Arlissa began writing music whilst still at school, studying for her A-levels. At 19 years old she was signed to London Records and then with Jay Z ’s Roc Nation. "I was writing and recording with a friend. He got some people from London Records down to the studio and they offered me a contract the same day.
"The label were playing my music to some people at Roc Nation in New York. Joe Brown walked past, heard the music and said on the spot, ‘I want her’. I flew out the next week, met Joe and signed a management deal.”
Arlissa’s track Hard To Love Somebody gained attention from a publisher, which eventually was passed on to Nas . After hearing the track Nas approached her to feature on it, he flew Arlissa out to LA in order to record the collaboration in person.
On working with Nas, Arlissa said, "The whole experience was completely surreal, my ex was obsessed by Nas, and we used to listen to him all the time."
"He just makes you feel so comfortable.”
"It wasn’t until I was on the plane home that I suddenly realised, '****, I just did a track with Nas’. It’s been an incredible opportunity."
Arlissa is only the second UK artist to collaborate with Nas after Amy Winehouse.
Hard To Love Somebody was chosen as Scott Mills’ record of the week on Radio 1 in November 2012.
Arlissa was named as one of the BBC’s one to watch for 2013, when she made the longlist for the sound of 2013.
Arlissa second single Sticks & Stones was released on 3rd March 2013. The Daily Star gave the track a 9/10, saying “There’s so much more to the Londoner than just fitting into a scene - she's already duetted with Nas, and she doesn't sing like anyone else around. The funky percussion sounds like Sticks & Stones, but ultimately it's just a fierce pop song. She'll definitely stick around.”
Arlissa followed up Sticks & Stones with another single, Into The Light, released in November of the same year. It featured on multiple Littlewoods advertisements during Christmas.
Her debut album, Battles, is still awaiting a release; a new single, which is a cover of the Olive song You're Not Alone is gaining radio airplay and is set to be released soon.
Healing
Arlissa Lyrics
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Wish I could've given what you gave
'Cause we could've loved, we could've been something
But not if I'm broken
And I know that you love me but I don't think I'm ready
Found me in a bottle
Oh, I thought I needed someone I could run to
But I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
Promise this'll be the worst of it
Hope I didn't break the best of you
'Cause it could've worked if I was heartless
But let me be honest
And I know that you love me but I don't think I'm ready
Found me in a bottle
Oh, I thought I needed someone I could run to
Oh, run to, oh
But I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
Wish I didn't have to say goodbye
And I know you see it in my eyes
But I don't know how to make it right
'Cause I need healing
And I know that you love me but I don't think I'm ready
Found me in a bottle
Oh, I thought I needed someone I could run to
Oh, run to, oh
But I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
The song "Healing" by Arlissa is a raw and emotional ballad that explores the complex emotions that arise after a failed relationship. The lyrics reveal the remorse of the singer, who wishes she could have found the words to express her feelings and given more in the relationship. She acknowledges that they could have had a chance at love, but not with her brokenness. The singer reveals her struggle with addiction and the misconception she had that she needed someone to run to, but what she really needs is healing. The song is filled with raw emotion as the singer delves into her own heartache while recognizing the pain she's caused her lover.
Furthermore, the song explores the idea that sometimes we need to work on ourselves before we can be in a healthy relationship. Acknowledging that she's not ready for love yet, the singer seeks forgiveness from her partner, hoping that they see that the problems with the relationship were not their fault. She admits that it could have worked if she was heartless, but that would have been a destructive and unhealthy way to love. Finally, the song expresses the singer's vulnerability and her desire to heal, and her need to say goodbye to her partner as part of the process.
Overall, Arlissa communicated a message of self-reflection and growth, admitting to her problems and yearning for recovery before seeking love. Her emotional honesty and expression of vulnerability make the song relatable and powerful.
Line by Line Meaning
Wish I could've found the words to say
I regret not being able to express myself better
Wish I could've given what you gave
I regret not being able to reciprocate your kindness
'Cause we could've loved, we could've been something
I acknowledge the potential for our relationship to have been something great
But not if I'm broken
However, I realize that I have personal issues that hindered our relationship from growing
And I know that you love me but I don't think I'm ready
I appreciate your love, but I don't think I'm emotionally prepared for a serious relationship
Found me in a bottle
I've been using alcohol as a coping mechanism and it's been affecting my relationships
Oh, I thought I needed someone I could run to
I believed that having someone to rely on would fix my problems
But I need healing
However, I now realize that I need to work on and heal myself first
Promise this'll be the worst of it
I promise that what you've seen so far is the worst of it
Hope I didn't break the best of you
I hope that my personal issues did not negatively impact the best parts of you
'Cause it could've worked if I was heartless
Our relationship might have worked if I were emotionally detached and didn't have my own issues to work through
But let me be honest
However, I want to be truthful about my own shortcomings and how they impacted our relationship
Wish I didn't have to say goodbye
I regret having to end our relationship
And I know you see it in my eyes
I know you can see the hurt and regret in my eyes
But I don't know how to make it right
I wish I knew how to make things right so we could still be together
'Cause I need healing
However, I know that I need to focus on my own growth and healing before I can be in a healthy relationship
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Arlissa Ruppert, Kameron Alexander, Ryan Williamson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Aimi Abdul
Wish I could've found the words to say
Wish I could've given what you gave
'Cause we could've loved, we could've been something
But not if I'm broken
And I know that you love me but I don't think I'm ready
Found me in a bottle
Oh, I thought I needed someone I could run to
Oh, run to, oh
But I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
Promise this'll be the worst of it
Hope I didn't break the best of you
'Cause it could've worked if I was heartless
But let me be honest
And I know that you love me but I don't think I'm ready
Found me in a bottle
Oh, I thought I needed someone I could run to
Oh, run to, oh
But I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
Wish I didn't have to say goodbye
And I know you see it in my eyes
But I don't know how to make it right
'Cause I need healing
And I know that you love me but I don't think I'm ready
Found me in a bottle
Oh, I thought I needed someone I could run to
Oh, run to, oh
But I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
I need healing
Rujay
Amazing vocals! ❤️
Mac_ K
they are unbelievable
Chaymae Belayachi
Can I ask you??
KY Robb
She is truly blessed 😇
𝓗𝓸𝓹𝓮
"Dear God, Please make my days useful, my nights restful, my home peaceful and my efforts fruitful, in the Mighty name of Jesus, Amen."
Mama Oso
Who else just clicked this song because it was a lady and the title said Healing???? sheesh!! Im glad i was curious.
cellzuniverse
Sameee!!!
amani.
Haha yesssss
Anna Health Coach - Naturopath
Same!
ANGEL BROWN
Yes