With keen pop sensibilities, a skewed sense of humour and a willingness to draw inspiration from diverse sources (notably punk rock), Therapy? came to attention in the early 1990s rise of alternative rock, but have endured for more than a decade since; Critic Johnny Loftus writes, "After a ten-plus year career that has seen them outlast competitors and outwit industry attempts at categorization, Therapy? are still headbangers with their thinking caps screwed on tight."
Current line-up :
Andy Cairns (guitar, vocals) (1989 - )
Michael McKeegan (bass guitar, backing vocals) (1989 - )
Neil Cooper (drums) (2003 - )
Past members:
Fyfe Ewing (drums) (1989 - 1996)
Martin McCarrick (cello, guitar, backing vocals) (1996 - 2004)
Graham Hopkins (drums) (1996 - 2001)
Discography:
-Hard Cold Fire (2023)
-Cleave (2018)
-Disquiet (2015)
-A Brief Crack of Light (2012)
-Crooked Timber (2009)
-One Cure Fits All (2006)
-Never Apologise Never Explain (2004)
-High Anxiety (2003)
-Shameless (2001)
-So Much For The Ten Year Plan - A Retrospective 1990-2000 (2000)
-Suicide Pact - You First (1999)
-Semi-Detached (1998)
-Infernal Love (1995)
-Troublegum (1994)
-Face the Strange E.P. (1993)
-Shortsharpshock E.P. (1993)
-Nurse (1992)
-Pleasure Death (1992)
-Babyteeth (1991)
Northern Ireland, 1989.
Dopamine Seratonin Adrenaline
Therapy? Lyrics
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God make me well
God take me somewhere
Anywhere but here
One cure fits all
Dopamine, seratonin and adrenaline
Dopamine, seratonin and adrenaline
Dopamine, seratonin and adrenaline
Fill my mornings with light
And my nights with hope
Make me realise
What I have is more
One cure fits all
Dopamine, seratonin and adrenaline
Dopamine, seratonin and adrenaline
Dopamine, seratonin and adrenaline
Dopamine, seratonin and adrenaline
Scientists have discovered a biochemical link between the overwhelming state of love, drug addiction and violence. These emotions are actually controlled by three very powerful drugs: dopamine, seratonin and adrenaline. There is a connection between drug addiction, mental illness and love at first sight.
So scared of dying
I've forgotten how to live
So scared of dying
I've forgotten how to live
So scared of dying
I've forgotten how to live
So scared of dying
Dopamine, seratonin and adrenaline
Dopamine, seratonin and adrenaline
Dopamine, seratonin and adrenaline
Dopamine, seratonin and adrenaline
The song "Dopamine Seratonin Adrenaline" by Therapy? explores the idea of searching for a cure or a way out of a difficult situation. The lyrics express a plea for help to God, to give strength and create a way out of the current state of being. The repetition of the phrase "one cure fits all" suggests a desire for something that could solve all problems, and the mention of dopamine, serotonin and adrenaline reveals that the search may be for a chemical solution, rather than a spiritual or emotional one. The song touches on the idea that addiction and mental health issues may be related to the same chemicals that make people fall in love, and that these emotions can be overwhelming and difficult to control. The final lines express a fear of death and a loss of meaning in life, which may be related to the search for a cure.
Overall, the song shows how difficult it can be to deal with overwhelming emotions and mental health issues. It highlights the way people may look for a quick fix, rather than seeking out more complex and difficult solutions. The lyrics suggest a yearning for something more, and a frustration that the answer may not be easy to find.
Line by Line Meaning
God give me strength
Asking for guidance and power to overcome a difficult situation
God make me well
Praying for health and recovery from sickness
God take me somewhere
Requesting a change of scenery or circumstance
Anywhere but here
Expressing dissatisfaction with current surroundings
One cure fits all
Belief that a solution can work for everyone regardless of individual differences
Dopamine, seratonin and adrenaline
Reference to the three powerful drugs that control emotions
Fill my mornings with light
A hope for a brighter and more positive start to each day
And my nights with hope
Desire for optimism and positivity even during difficult times
Make me realise
Wishing for clarity and understanding
What I have is more
Appreciation for what one already possesses
So scared of dying
Fear of death and the unknown
I've forgotten how to live
Lost touch with enjoying life due to fear or negative experiences
Contributed by Maria F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@sebastiangeib8517
If you've ever been locked up in a psychiatric hospital for months, bullied and tortured and ultimately developed suicidal thoughts, you have a special relationship with this fantastic song
@retrotechnical
"There is a connection between drug addiction, mental illness and love at first sight."
@TheTCBandage
"So scared of dying I've forgotten how to live" Thank you Andrew Cairns. Beautiful-
@waynesadleruk
Thanks for all the comments - I'm glad it makes sense as to why i put this song against this movie.
@MakisKotzampasis
you made me cry with this, I discovered Van Gogh, this movie and this song which gives me chills. Thank you.
@oscargonzalezarnedo2288
One of my favorites bands ever!!!
@SuperParty2000
Video made me rediscover the song. Great editing. Love Therapy? and love this upload. Actually thought it was an official video - it should be. Best Therapy? video ever made!
@fr2ncm9
When interviewed about their latest album Disquiet, Andy stated that much of the material was gathered from his experiences growing up in Northern Ireland. The one song I most relate to is Still Hurts. As a survivor of child physical and emotional abuse, I was able to really connect to the lyrics of the song.
@sarcasmman6682
fr2ncm9 Hope you're alright now
@eddielakes
I do not really know why, and cannnot figure it out yet that whenever I listen and watch this, it sends shivers down my spine. It is a song that, although it is not the greatest rock tune ever made, has a deep effect. I saw this band many years ago, but they did not played this one, because they had just released Infernal Love, a cool album by the way.