Therapy

Mary J. Blige

About Therapy

"Therapy" is a song recorded by American singer Mary J. Blige from her twelfth studio album, The London Sessions (2014). It was written by Blige, British singer Sam Smith and Eg White. Production was handled by White, Stephen Fitzmaurice, Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, and Jimmy Napes. "Therapy" is an uptempo pop song with strong influences from doo-wop and rhythm and blues. The song was released as album's lead single on September 23, 2014. "Therapy" peaked in the top thirty of the US Adult R&B Songs Chart.  


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2014
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Why would I spend the rest of my days unhappy
Why would I spend the rest of this year alone
When I can go therapy
When I can go therapy
When I can go therapy two times a day
Why would I spend the rest of this week so bitter
And all that listening is making you bitter too
When I can go therapy
When I can go therapy
When I can go therapy two times a day

I don't wanna be around me
And I don't blame you if you blocking all my calls
Been no ups since I been sleeping soundly
Most nights I lie awake between two and four
Work is stressing me out
And after all this time
It's still never enough

Why would I spend the rest of my days unhappy
Why would I spend the rest of this year alone
When I can go therapy
When I can go therapy
When I can go therapy two times a day

I care more about what you think
Than I care about the music
When I get cross with you
I'm surprised you care at all
I figure if I had a life time of time left
Well, shame on me if I don't get to use it well
Yea, I'm stressing you out
And at the way is going you need it more than me

Why would I spend the rest of my days unhappy
Why would I spend the rest of this year alone
When I can go therapy
When I can go therapy
When I can go therapy two times a day

Someone help me, turn around
I'm a victim, hate the sound of my own voice
Turn it down, and all I do is aggravate ya

Why would I spend the rest of my days so bitter
And all that listening is making you bitter too
When I can go therapy
When I can go therapy
When I can go therapy two times a day

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Mary J. Blige

Mary Jane Blige ( /ˈblaɪʒ/; born January 11, 1971), preferably known as Mary J. Blige, is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and occasional actress. She is a recipient of nine Grammy Awards and four American Music Awards, and has recorded eight multi-platinum albums. She is the only artist with Grammy Award wins in R&B, Rap, Gospel, and Pop. more »

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Written by: PHILLIP BRIAN WHITE, ANDREW DEROBERTS, JOSH JENKINS

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Therapy" is a song by Mary J. Blige, an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She is a recipient of numerous awards including nine Grammy Awards, with a well-established music career that spans for over three decades.
Album Details
The song "Therapy" is from her album "The London Sessions" - a studio album by Mary J. Blige released in 2014. The album contains 12 songs and was her 13th studio album.
Song Genre
"Therapy" is a mix of R&B and soul, genres that Blige has become well-known for. It also includes elements of pop, making it a unique number in her discography.
Collaborations
The song was co-written by English singer-songwriter Sam Smith and English producer Eg White. This collaboration was a part of her overall intent to work with new artists on her "The London Sessions" album.
Chart Performance
"Therapy" had significant chart success, reaching number 27 on the US Adult R&B Songs (Billboard), highlighting the positive reception it received from fans and music critics.
Lyric Theme
The song's lyrics are about the therapeutic effects of music and love. It positions music and love as a form of therapy, a way to heal from life's troubles.
Live Performances
Mary J. Blige performed "Therapy" live at the American Music Awards in 2014. The performance was noted for its powerful and heartfelt delivery.
Music Video
The official music video for "Therapy" was released in December 2014 and features Blige performing the song in a recording studio, showcasing her soulful, powerful vocals.
Critical Reception
The song received positive reviews from music critics. Some praised the mix of classic soul with a more modern pop sound, and others commended Blige's expressive, emotional vocal performance.
Impact on Career
"Therapy" solidified Blige’s prowess as a versatile artist and also validated her intent to evolve her musical expression by collaborating with younger, international artists.

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