Discover the story of the song > I Need A Doctor – Dr. Dre

The song is about the protagonist's struggle to succeed in his career and feeling like he's losing his mind. He turns to his romantic partner, who is a source of hope and inspiration for him, but is also struggling with her own doubts. The protagonist also seeks help from his mentor, Dr. Dre, who once believed in him but now needs the protagonist's support to keep going. The chorus repeats that the protagonist needs a doctor to bring him back to life, both figuratively and literally.