Tea & Sympathy
Beverly Knight · Affirmation
She tells you all the things your heart wants to hear
Problem is, my friend
Her words are not exclusive, just for your ear
I know just what you're going through
When love leaves you alone
Those long cold nights on your own
Could be you need some tea and sympathy
Could be you need my hands all over your body
Could be she can't do what comes naturally to me
If you change your mind
Let me sympathise
There I go again
Can't help what's on my mind, I know I'm intense
Well I don't mean to offend
But she done played ya like a game, all smiles and pretence
Well maybe what you're looking for is closer than you know
Let me show you where you can go
Could be you need some tea and sympathy
Could be you need my hands all over your body
Could be she can't do what comes naturally to me
If you change your mind
Let me sympathise
Listen to me
I know my intentions are politically incorrect
But understand me boy, I'm so infatuated
Come to me, I can be all the things she won't be
Come and get my love
Could be you need some tea and sympathy
Could be you need my hands all over your body
Could be she can't do what comes naturally to me
If you change your mind
Could be you need some tea and sympathy
I see the way your eyes burn holes in my body
I'll show you what you and I could be
Baby if you come inside
I'll be waiting
Let me sympathise
Tea and sympathy
Come to me
I can be, what you need faithfully
Come to me
I can be, all your tea and sympathy
Come to me
I can be, what you need faithfully
Come to me
I can be, all your tea and sympathy
Tea & Sympathy
Tea & Sympathy stands as a defining track from Beverly Knight's 1997 debut album, Affirmation. The recording captures the British soul singer's powerful vocal delivery and emotional depth, establishing her presence within the contemporary R&B and soul landscape of the late nineties. As part of a critically acclaimed body of work, the song showcases Knight's ability to blend traditional soul influences with modern production techniques. Affirmation remains a cornerstone of her discography, featuring other notable tracks that highlight her versatility and range. This particular recording exemplifies the polished, heartfelt style that earned Knight widespread recognition and solidified her status as a leading voice in British soul music during that era.