Everybody Lyrics

[Intro]
Everybody's gotta live
And everybody's gonna die
Everybody just wanna have a good, good time
I think you know the reason why
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh

[Verse 1]
Everybody's gotta live
And everybody's gonna die
Everybody's gotta live
I think you know the reason why
Yeah, sometimes the going gets so good, yeah
But then again it get pretty rough, yeah
But when I have you in my arms, baby
You know I just can't, I just can't get enough

[Chorus]
Everybody's gotta live
And everybody's gonna die
Everybody’s gonna try to have a good, good time
I think you know the reason why

[Verse 2]
Saw a blind man standin' on the corner, baby, yeah
And he couldn't hardly tie his shoes, yeah
Harmonica and guitar strapped around his neck
But he sure could, he sure could play the blues

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Genius Annotation

“Everybody” is an inspired cover of Arthur Lee’s 1972 single “Everybody’s Gotta Live”. The instrumental begins with minimal piano keys, with drums, bass, and layered vocals building the instrumental further by the first verse.

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How did this song perform on the Billboard charts?
Genius Answer

During the week ending February 1, 2020, “Everybody” debuted at #80 on the Hot 100.

What certifications has the song received?
Genius Answer

“Everybody” was certified gold by the RIAA on December 11, 2024.

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