The song "Need" by Gavin DeGraw is about a person who is in a relationship where their partner is not treating them right. The narrator sings about how their partner lies, changes plans, and doesn't know what they need. The narrator tries to reassure their partner that they deserve better and that they will eventually realize what they truly need in a relationship. The chorus of the song emphasizes that the partner will eventually wake up in the middle of the night and realize what they need. They will see their makeup running from crying and feel the coldness of the bed, longing for someone to hold them. The song suggests that the partner will eventually come to the realization that they need a better man who will treat them right. Overall, the song is about realizing one's worth and recognizing when you need to leave a toxic relationship in search of something better. It tells a story of personal growth and empowerment, using feelings like makeup running rivers and the coldness of a bed to portray the emotional turmoil and longing for a better life.
