Everybody
B.J. Thomas Lyrics


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Everybody's talkin' at me
I don't hear a word their sayin'
Only the echos of my mind
People stop and stare
I can't see their faces
Only the shadows of their eyes

I'm goin' where the sun keeps shinin'
Through the pourin' rain
Goin where the weather suits my clothes
Bankin off of the northeast winds

Sailin on summer breeze
And skippin over the ocean like a stone
I'm goin' where the sun keeps shinin'
Through the pourin' rain

Goin where the weather suits my clothes
Bankin off of the northeast winds
Sailin on summer breeze
And skippin over the ocean like a stone

Everybody's talkin' at me
Can't hear a word their sayin'
Only the echos of my mind
I won't let you leave my love behind




No I won't let you leave
I won't let you leave my love behind

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to B.J. Thomas's song "Everybody" speak of disconnection and a desire to escape. The first verse describes the singer's inability to comprehend the words of those around him. He hears only the echoes of his own thoughts. The second verse outlines his plan to leave and seek out a place where he can exist harmoniously with nature, unbothered by the distractions of modern life. He will sail the sea and travel with the winds, letting the sun and summer breeze guide his journey. The chorus "Everybody's talkin' at me, can't hear a word they're sayin', only the echoes of my mind" is repeated, emphasizing the way in which the singer has disconnected from the world around him, preferring the solitude and peace of his own mind.


Line by Line Meaning

Everybody's talkin' at me
People are talking to me


I don't hear a word their sayin'
I am not paying attention to them


Only the echos of my mind
I am lost in thought


People stop and stare
Others are looking at me


I can't see their faces
I am not making eye contact with them


Only the shadows of their eyes
I only see an outline of their gaze


I'm goin' where the sun keeps shinin'
I am looking for a happy place


Through the pourin' rain
Even in times of difficulty


Goin' where the weather suits my clothes
I am seeking a comfortable environment


Bankin off of the northeast winds
Using the environment to my advantage


Sailin on summer breeze
Enjoying the good times


And skippin over the ocean like a stone
Moving through life easily


Everybody's talkin' at me
People are still trying to communicate with me


Can't hear a word their sayin'
I am still not listening


Only the echos of my mind
I continue to be lost in thought


I won't let you leave my love behind
I won't allow my love to be left behind


No I won't let you leave
I will hold on to you


I won't let you leave my love behind
I won't let my love for you fade away




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: FRED NEIL

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