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.
Them From Delorean
Therapy? Lyrics
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The room is full of nervous laughter, the room is full of awkward glances
It's like somebody died in here, it's like somebody died in here
And I don't know if I should laugh or cry, and I don't know if I should stay or hide
Somebody give me a straight answer, somebody give me a straight answer
Somebody look me straight in the face, somebody look me straight in the eye
Somebody let me in on the joke, somebody let me in on the secret
Honey, I'm a nervous wreck
It's like somebody's died in here, it's like somebody's died in here
Honey, I'm a nervous wreck
Somebody give me straight-A answers, somebody give me straight-A answers
Somebody look me straight in the face, somebody look me straight in the eye
It's like somebody's died in here, it's like somebody's died in here
I feel like I'm gonna die in here, I feel like I'm gonna die in here
Honey, I'm a nervous wreck
Honey, I'm a nervous wreck
Bongo fury
Well, everybody's in on it, but not me
Just plump me at the bar, and tell me all the drinks are free
Well, everybody's in on it, but not me
Well, everybody's in on it, but not me
Just lead me to the bar, and tell me all the drinks are free
Just move me to the bar and tell me all the drinks are free
It's like somebody's died in here, it's like somebody's died in here
The room is full of nervous laughter, the room is full of awkward glances
Honey, I'm a nervous wreck
Honey, I'm a nervous wreck
(somebody, somebody) yeah (somebody, somebody) yeah
(somebody, somebody) yeah (somebody, somebody)
(somebody, somebody) somebody let me in on the joke
(somebody, somebody) somebody let me in on the joke
(somebody, somebody) somebody let me in on the joke
(somebody, somebody) somebody let me in on the joke
In on the joke
In on the joke
In on the joke
In on the joke
The lyrics to Therapy?'s song "Theme From Delorean" convey a sense of unease and confusion in a social setting. The repeated phrase "it's like somebody died in here" suggests a feeling of stagnation or lack of energy in the room. The singer is torn between wanting to laugh or cry, stay or hide, and is pleading for someone to give them a straight answer. The line "Honey, I'm a nervous wreck" encapsulates the anxiety and discomfort the singer is experiencing.
The repetition of "somebody give me straight-A answers" and "somebody let me in on the joke" highlights the singer's desire for clarity and understanding. The final lines, "Just lead me to the bar, and tell me all the drinks are free," suggest a need for escape or distraction from the tense situation.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of disorientation and discomfort in a social setting, with the singer feeling left out and in need of guidance.
Line by Line Meaning
It's like somebody died in here, it's like somebody died in here
The atmosphere is gloomy and miserable.
The room is full of nervous laughter, the room is full of awkward glances
People are uneasy and uncomfortable.
And I don't know if I should laugh or cry, and I don't know if I should stay or hide
I am unsure about how to react to the current situation.
Somebody give me a straight answer, somebody give me a straight answer
I am seeking clarity and honesty.
Somebody look me straight in the face, somebody look me straight in the eye
I want someone to be direct with me.
Somebody let me in on the joke, somebody let me in on the secret
I feel left out and want to be included.
Honey, I'm a nervous wreck
I am anxious and stressed.
Somebody give me straight-A answers, somebody give me straight-A answers
I need clear and accurate information.
It's like somebody's died in here, it's like somebody's died in here
The mood is somber and unpleasant.
I feel like I'm gonna die in here, I feel like I'm gonna die in here
I am overwhelmed and suffocated by the situation.
Honey, I'm a nervous wreck
I am anxious and stressed.
Well, everybody's in on it, but not me
I feel excluded and left out.
Just plump me at the bar, and tell me all the drinks are free
I want to forget my troubles and have a good time.
Just lead me to the bar, and tell me all the drinks are free
I need a distraction to cope with my anxiety.
(somebody, somebody) somebody let me in on the joke
I want to be included and feel a sense of belonging.
In on the joke
I want to be included and feel a sense of belonging.
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