Everybody
Abi Tucker Lyrics


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Everybody wants to be kennedy, living in a limousine,
and everybody wants to be trashy, in a supermarket magazine.
Everybody wants to be famous,
everybody wants more things,
everybody wants to feel the pain that a whole lot of money's gonna bring,
Everybody wants their name on the guest list,
everybody wants to get in free,
everybody wants complete fidelity, or two or
three lovers simultaneously,
Everybody wants to be individual,
everybody else does too,
all i wanna be is idiot free, outta here with you
All i wanna be is idiot free, outta here with you
Everybody wants to have children,
no-one wants to hang around,
everybody wants the world to cry,
when they're lying in the cold, cold ground,
Everybody wants their ideal life to be…
even when they get back home,
whether it's the one from shanghai, london, new york city or the villa in rome.
Still you gotta be individual,
everybody else is too,
all i wanna be is idiot free, outta here with you
all i wanna be is idiot free, outta here with you
Everybody thinks they might have been tonight, …
and examining an ufo,
'cos everybody's locked in too much shut to ever think about
what they don't want you to know.
Still you gotta be individual,
everybody else is too,




all i wanna be is idiot free, outta here with you
oh, oh, all i wanna be is idiot free, outta here with you

Overall Meaning

Abi Tucker's song "Everybody" addresses humanity's innate desire for fame, recognition, and material possessions, whilst also exploring the need for individuality in a society where everyone wants to be the same. The song begins by discussing the illusion of a luxurious lifestyle of someone like Kennedy, who lived in a limousine, and contrasting it with the trashy reality of a supermarket magazine. It then moves on to describe the universal desire for fame, money, and possessions, whilst also recognizing that everyone yearns for different things at different stages in their lives.


The chorus "All I wanna be is idiot-free, outta here with you" emphasizes the importance of individuality, escaping the materialistic world that's filled with idiot influences, and starting anew with people who hold the same values. Throughout the song, Abi Tucker recognizes the tension between the human desire to conform and to stand out simultaneously and states that the most critical point is to be honest with oneself and truly recognize one's innermost ideals.


In the end, the lyrics explore the concept of searching for something beyond the base level of material possessions and pointless fame, looking beyond the media-generated illusions and the world's expectations to discover one's individuality and deeper desires. Abi Tucker's song "Everybody" serves as a reminder for the audience to seek authenticity in a world that's too often filled with superficiality.


Line by Line Meaning

Everybody wants to be kennedy, living in a limousine,
Everyone desires a life of luxury and wants to be likened to the renowned Kennedy family, with access to extravagance like riding in a limousine.


and everybody wants to be trashy, in a supermarket magazine.
Additionally, everyone also desires to be known and recognized by society, even if it means being labeled as 'trashy' or depicted in a supermarket magazine.


Everybody wants to be famous,
It is human nature to crave attention and recognition for one's accomplishments and talents.


everybody wants more things,
Materialism is ubiquitous and everyone wants to possess an abundance of material possessions.


everybody wants to feel the pain that a whole lot of money's gonna bring,
Some people are willing to endure the stress and challenges that come with having immense wealth, just to experience the benefits it provides.


Everybody wants their name on the guest list,
Being invited to exclusive gatherings and events is desirable for everyone.


everybody wants to get in free,
No one wants to pay for anything if they can avoid it, especially not for events or experiences that are highly sought after.


everybody wants complete fidelity, or two or three lovers simultaneously,
Everyone has different desires and expectations when it comes to romantic relationships, whether that be complete fidelity or open relationships with multiple partners.


Everybody wants to be individual,
Despite the desire for conformity, everyone wants to feel unique and stand out from the crowd.


everybody else does too,
This desire for individuality is not exclusive to any one person or group; everyone shares it.


all i wanna be is idiot free, outta here with you
The singer desires a life free from the burdens of conforming to societal norms and expectations, and wants to share that life with someone they care about.


Everybody wants to have children,
Another common desire is to have children and start a family.


no-one wants to hang around,
However, not everyone wants to stick around and deal with the responsibilities and stresses that come with having children.


everybody wants the world to cry,
The ultimate desire is for one's legacy to impact the world in such a way that others mourn their passing.


when they're lying in the cold, cold ground,
This impact is to be felt even after one's death and burial.


Everybody wants their ideal life to be…
It is natural to have an idea of what one's ideal life looks like.


even when they get back home,
This includes even when one is away from the public eye and back in the comfort of their own home.


whether it's the one from shanghai, london, new york city or the villa in rome.
This ideal life may take on different forms depending on one's geographic location and cultural background.


Everybody thinks they might have been tonight, …
Individuals have a tendency to believe they have experienced something significant, even if it may not be based in reality.


and examining an ufo,
This can include believing they saw or experienced something otherworldly, like an unidentified flying object.


'cos everybody's locked in too much shut to ever think about
This tendency towards exaggeration and fixation on certain concepts or ideas is often a result of being inundated with information and cultural expectations that leave little room for critical thinking.


what they don't want you to know.
The final line implies a certain level of conspiracy and distrust, as if there is hidden knowledge that society is actively keeping from individuals.


oh, oh, all i wanna be is idiot free, outta here with you
This line is repeated as the singer reiterates their desire for a life free of societal pressures and expectations, shared with a cherished partner.




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@cfbgoespop

Sensational! I love this song so much, it's on my IPOD and I play it all the time - didn't know there was a clip! Go AT!

@woodstock69girl55

Playing the cd single as we speak very loud on repeat.

@q12312007

you can find it on the season one soundtrack. you can buy it at ebay UK and ebay Australia.

@oOdesultoryOo

this is my favourite song from abi ..♥♥ oh she look´s cool ..^^

@BuisnessGirl

cool song

@1530max

Now Cold Chisel's new single! Don Walker penned this I believe

@boganbill321

It's ok, but luckily Don Walker shared with the rest of Cold chisel and they made it shitloads better!!

@robertdarbymusic

Really...... ???? and you've left this here with the sound breaking up for all these years?

@TheCatsReflection-me

Robert Darby I wasn't aware it was and I can't replace it. No longer have a copy.

@BuisnessGirl

no short hair looks better and dark hair

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