Everybody Said
Acappella Lyrics
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Everybody said that anybody could do
The important things somebody should do
Everybody knows that anybody could do
All the good things that nobody did
Repeat Chorus
Well the preacher came to me and said what I ought to do
If I wanted to make my religion true
He'd do it himself but he really didn't have the time
He said that the duty was mine
Repeat Chorus (x2)
Well the deacon came by and said give me a hand
If you want to be going to the promised land
Here is something that I don't have time to do
So I better give it to you
Repeat Chorus (x2)
Well I'm too busy so I tell everybody
The work's got to get done by somebody
It can be done by anybody
But nobody (nobody), nobody (nobody), nobody did
Repeat Chorus (x2)
All the good things that nobody did (x2)
Scriptural Reference:
"The Lord has assigned to each his task." 1 Corinthians 3:5
The chorus of the song Everybody Said by Acappella is a clear call to action to do the important things that nobody has done. It highlights the tendency of individuals to avoid stepping up and taking responsibility while waiting for someone else to do it. The song transcends the specific context of religion and applies to every aspect of life. It's a reminder that we all have duties and obligations that we must fulfill ourselves, and that waiting for others to do it is not the answer. This message is particularly relevant in today's world where people often expect others to solve their problems or make the world a better place. Instead, we need to realize that everybody can do their part to make a difference, regardless of how small it may seem.
In the first verse, the preacher reminds the singer that it's up to him to make his religion true. It's easy to believe that others will do it for us, but the responsibility lies with us. In the second verse, the deacon asks for the singer's help in going to the promised land, further emphasizing the importance of taking ownership of our tasks.
The repetition of the chorus reinforces the message and glues the song together. It emphasizes that although anybody could do these tasks, we must recognize that nobody has done them yet. We need to step up and do those good things ourselves, instead of waiting for someone else to do them.
Overall, the song Everybody Said is an anthem for taking ownership and responsibility for our tasks. It's a call to action that's just as relevant today as it was when the song was written.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody said that anybody could do
People commonly believe that anyone is capable of performing a task.
The important things somebody should do
Certain tasks are crucial and require the attention of a specific individual.
Everybody knows that anybody could do
Everyone is aware that a given task can be accomplished by anyone.
All the good things that nobody did
Despite the belief that anyone could do something, there are still important, positive actions that remain undone.
Well the preacher came to me and said what I ought to do
The artist was given advice on what actions to take by a preacher.
If I wanted to make my religion true
In order to deepen their faith, the singer was told to perform certain actions.
He'd do it himself but he really didn't have the time
The preacher was unable to perform the task themselves due to a lack of availability.
He said that the duty was mine
The responsibility of completing the task was placed on the artist.
Well the deacon came by and said give me a hand
Another figure in the artist's life requested assistance with a task.
If you want to be going to the promised land
In order to receive divine reward, the artist was told to assist with the task.
Here is something that I don't have time to do
The task was given to the singer because the requester was too busy to complete it themselves.
So I better give it to you
The responsibility of completing the task was placed on the artist.
Well I'm too busy so I tell everybody
The singer asserts that they are too busy to complete the task themselves.
The work's got to get done by somebody
Despite the lack of availability, the task still needs to be completed.
It can be done by anybody
The belief is still held that the task is simple enough for anyone to accomplish.
But nobody (nobody), nobody (nobody), nobody did
Sadly, despite the belief that anyone could do the task, it remains undone.
Contributed by Kylie N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jeanbaptistefritzgerald-ef6uy
If you're listening to this in 2025, you're a legend π
@JohnAmose
It is one of the best songs ever written and performed. Love it.
@tepusatokennao6873
Brings back my childhood memories ππ
@freddievanlalruata4645
Lunglenthlak ve..childhood memories flash me searching this song..
@Veryzuia
Keipawhh brooo a hla hming ka hre tawhlo zawkaππ
@Ski_brazy
Keipawh
@miasen-p2q
β@@Veryzuiapam chut pam chut tih bakin ka hre tawh siloπ
@Araya1231
2019 and this song is still one of the catchiest tunes around π
@so...be...it.
This song reminds me when I was kid knowing nothing about good and badπ₯Ή
@ongtheiphom6379
I heard this song for the first time in the year 1995/96....still loving it in 2020