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.
Teethgrinder
Therapy? Lyrics
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Every nerve pumping hard through me
Every thought rushes at full speed
This false smile grates through babyteeth
(I'm a teethgrinder)
Teethgrinder
(In my sleep I grind my teeth)
Teethgrinder
(In my sleep I grind my teeth)
Think to win, and I'm up on it
I can't lose, I've got nothing to
Try me now, I'll try anything
This is me, this is what I feel
(I'm a teethgrinder)
Teethgrinder
(In my sleep I grind my teeth)
(I'm a teethgrinder)
Teethgrinder
(In my sleep I grind my teeth)
(Losing his mind and he feels it going)
(Losing his mind)
(Losing his mind and he feels it going)
(Losing his mind)
(Losing his mind)
(I'm a teethgrinder)
Teethgrinder
(In my sleep I grind my teeth)
(I'm a teethgrinder)
Teethgrinder
(In my sleep I grind my teeth)
(I'm a teethgrinder, in my sleep I grind my teeth)
The lyrics of Therapy?'s song Teethgrinder capture the feeling of being in a state of absolute power, adrenaline pumping hard through every nerve as every thought rushes at full speed, while also acknowledging the physical manifestation of stress in the form of teeth grinding. The singer finds themselves in a state of mind where they feel like they cannot be stopped, and are willing to try anything. However, this feeling is contradicted by the mention of grinding teeth, which serves as a reminder of the physical manifestation of stress, frustration and anxiety that comes with this mental state.
The chorus repeats the phrase "I'm a teethgrinder, in my sleep I grind my teeth" four times, emphasizing the idea that the singer cannot escape from the intense feelings of stress and frustration. The repetition of the phrase creates a sense of helplessness, as if the singer is trapped in their own mind and can't seem to shake off the feeling.
The mention of losing his mind in the final lines of the song further highlights the sense of chaos and confusion in the singer's mind. Overall, the lyrics of Teethgrinder showcase the intense physical and emotional toll that stress and anxiety can take on a person.
Line by Line Meaning
This feels good, nothing can stop me
I am feeling great and unstoppable
Every nerve pumping hard through me
I am feeling intense energy and excitement
Every thought rushes at full speed
I am thinking quickly and with great intensity
This false smile grates through babyteeth
I am smiling, but it feels forced and uncomfortable
(I'm a teethgrinder)
I grind my teeth
Think to win, and I'm up on it
I am confident and ready to win
I can't lose, I've got nothing to
I feel like I have nothing to lose and am not afraid of failure
Try me now, I'll try anything
I am eager to take on new challenges
This is me, this is what I feel
I am being true to myself and expressing my emotions
(Losing his mind and he feels it going)
I am experiencing a mental breakdown and can feel myself losing control
(Losing his mind)
I am losing my mental stability
(I'm a teethgrinder)
I grind my teeth
(I'm a teethgrinder, in my sleep I grind my teeth)
I grind my teeth even while sleeping
Lyrics Ā© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDREW CAIRNS, FYFE EWING, MICHAEL ROBERT MCKEEGAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@marcodepalo1856
This feels good, nothing can stop me
Every nerve pumping hard through me
Every thought rushes at full speed
This false smile grates through babyteeth
Teethgrinder
(In my sleep I grind my teeth)
(I'm a teethgrinder)
Teethgrinder
(In my sleep I grind my teeth)
Think to win, and I'm up on it
I can't lose, I've got nothing to
Try me now, I'll try anything
This is me, this is what I feel
Teethgrinder
(In my sleep I grind my teeth)
(I'm a teethgrinder)
Teethgrinder
(In my sleep I grind my teeth)
Teethgrinder
(In my sleep I grind my teeth)
(I'm a teethgrinder)
Teethgrinder
(In my sleep I grind my teeth)
@jewelman
I'm a 90s kid and my first experience with them was in road rash on PS1 along with Soundgarden, monster magnet, and swervedriver
@princeofcats6883
Same. And i bought all three albums afterwards
@mikelicenblat
@PrinceOfCats same here mate i heard them off the video game road rash
@pyrogian
haha i hear ya
@markshadows3667
Same!
@siv.blok1984
Same! That's why I'm here.
@dk5468
Their best song! Was lucky enough to see them at Reading 1994, awesome live!
@asosystem5022
Must have been a pleasant experience.
@olegsmirolenko2248
And me, bro
@rickywilson7883
I saw them in 95 donington monsters of rock quality to say the least, Metallica head lined