Santana has was an avenue named after him as well as a statue of a guitar in the city where he was born (born in Autlán de Navarro, Jalisco, México) to honour him. The family moved from there to Tijuana In La Calonia Libertad, the city on Mexico's border with California, and then San Francisco, USA. Carlos stayed in Tijuana but joined his family in San Francisco later and graduated from James Lick Middle School and Mission High School there.
Most of his musical career has been spent with Santana, the band he formed in San Francisco in 1967. His music underwent large changes in 1973 when he was introduced to the spiritual leader Sri Chinmoy, by fellow guitarist "Mahavishnu" John McLaughlin. After this he adopted the title "Devadip" which he still uses. In 1998 he formed the Milagro Foundation along with his wife Deborah, which supports disadvantaged children. Later Carlos and Deborah divorced, but the Milagro Foundation is still alive and well.
Other huge influences of Carlos Santana are both Miles Davis (with whom he maintained a big personal connection), and John Coltrane, who unfortunately passed away in 1967.
Everybody's Everything
Carlos Santana Lyrics
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For the new change
Come around, come around
Come around, come around
Waitin' for the day when the king, queen of shows
Singing, round, singing round, singing round
Singing round, singing round, singing round for everyone
Yeah do it
You can understand everything to share
Let your spirits dance brothers everywhere
Let your head be free
Turn the wisdom key
Find it naturally
See you're lucky to be
If you're sad just spin around
And round and round
Do it
Yes just hold me baby
Something on your back
Lay it down, lay it down, lay it down, lay it down
Don't you know honey maybe
You're like my childless hometown
This whole town, this whole town, this whole town
See it now
Time for you to all get down
Yeah do it
Get ready, get ready, get ready, get ready
Dig this sound
Spinnin' round and round and round
Do it
You can understand everything's to share
Let your spirits dance brother everywhere
Let your head be free
Turn the wisdom key
Find it naturally see your lucky to be
Sing it now
Time for you to all get down
Yeah do it
Get ready, get ready, get ready, get ready
Get ready, get ready, get ready, get ready
Singing it now
Time for you to all get down
Yeah do it
The lyrics to Carlos Santana's song "Everybody's Everything" have a message of waiting for change to come, and a call to action to let go of any burdens and allow oneself to dance and be free. The opening lines suggest that there is a collective feeling of anticipation for something new to happen. There is an eagerness for a new era to be ushered in, possibly in the form of a new leader, king or queen, who will perform for everyone. This could be seen as a call for social change or a reference to a shift in the music industry. The repetition of "singing round, singing round for everyone" emphasizes the importance of unity and shared experiences. The following lines encourage the listener to embrace the message and let their spirit dance, to find wisdom naturally and feel lucky to be alive.
The next verse uses the metaphor of spinning around in a dance to let go of sadness and burdens. It suggests that one should hold onto their partner or someone who cares for them and lay down their problems. The line "You're like my childless hometown" may refer to a nostalgic longing for simpler times or to a place that is familiar but feels empty without its children. The repetition of "get ready" indicates that the time for action is now and that the sound of the music is calling all to dance.
Overall, the lyrics of "Everybody's Everything" seek to create a vibe of optimism and a sense of togetherness. They encourage the listener to let go of their worries and feel lucky to be alive as they share in the experience of the music.
Line by Line Meaning
Seems like everybody's waitin'
It appears that everyone is waiting for something.
For the new change
They are anticipating something different or new.
Come around, come around
They are eager for whatever they are waiting for to arrive.
Waitin' for the day when the king, queen of shows
They are waiting for a big, exciting event or performance.
Singing, round, singing round, singing round
They are vocalizing their excitement in a repetitive manner.
Singing round, singing round, singing round for everyone
They want to spread their joy and excitement to everyone around them.
You can understand everything to share
We can all understand and share in each other's experiences.
Let your spirits dance brothers everywhere
We should all let our spirits dance and feel free to express ourselves.
Let your head be free
We should let go of any inhibitions or negative thoughts in our mind.
Turn the wisdom key
We should unlock the door to our own wisdom and knowledge.
Find it naturally
Our wisdom and knowledge are already within us; we just need to discover them.
See you're lucky to be
We should appreciate how fortunate we are to be alive.
If you're sad just spin around
When we feel sad or down, sometimes a change in perspective can help improve our mood.
And round and round
We should keep spinning and moving until we feel better.
Just hold me baby
Sometimes just being close to someone we care about can be comforting and reassuring.
Something on your back
We all carry burdens or problems that need to be addressed.
Lay it down, lay it down, lay it down, lay it down
We should work through our issues and leave our worries behind.
Don't you know honey maybe
It's possible that you don't realize something important.
You're like my childless hometown
You may be missing something significant or meaningful in your life.
This whole town, this whole town, this whole town
The issue affects the entire community or group of people.
See it now
It's time to recognize something important.
Time for you to all get down
It's time for everyone to let go and celebrate.
Dig this sound
Listen to and appreciate the music.
Spinnin' round and round and round
Keep dancing and moving to the rhythm.
Get ready, get ready, get ready, get ready
Prepare yourself for whatever comes next.
Singing it now
They continue to express their joy and excitement through song.
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@lulupavone
Seems like everybody's waitin' for the new change to come around
(come around, come around, come around)
waitin' for the day when the king, queen of shows singing 'round
(singing' round, singing round, singing round)
singing round, singing round for everyone, yeah do it
You can understand everything's to share
let your spirits dance, brothers, everywhere
let your head be free, turn the wisdom key
find it naturally, see you're lucky to be
If you're sad just spin around and round and round, do it
Yes just hold me baby, something on your back
Lay it down
(lay it down, lay it down, lay it down)
Don't you know honey maybe
You're like my childless hometown
This ole town, this ole town, this ole town
Sing it now
Time for you to all get down
Yeah do it
Get ready, get ready, get ready, get ready
Dig this sound
Spinnin' round and round and round
Do it
You can understand everything's to share
Let your spirits dance brother everywhere
Let your head be free
Turn the wisdom key
Find it naturally see your lucky to be
Sing it now
Time for you to all get down
Yeah do it
Get ready, get ready, get ready, get ready
Get ready, get ready, get ready, get ready
Sing it now
Time for you to all get down
Songwriters: M. Brown / C. Santana / T. Moss
@dabrack1
I've never understood why this song doesn't get way more airplay. Santana and co. at their absolute best.
@joelronis
It's too much for the general public. So intense.
@dlkool4250
Totally agree with you. I love playing it and I always see the surprise of people’s faces when I tell them it’s Santana.
@silasmarner7586
It gets airplay on my phone blasting into my ears at full volume. Great core players and fantastic horns!!!!
@adrianlizardo1064
Dont forget that Tower of Power added the shine to this song! What a duo...
@ingram007
@@joelronis it was a top 15 hit for them what do you mean
@paulmitchell5341
I was a drummer in a band at 16 and the lead guitarist wanted this song, my arms/wrists were burnt every time we played this I was the only percussion inn the band. Loved it every time.
@gregoryphillips760
Tower of Power doing the horns. The best.
@e37a
Yessir!!
@williamgavalier1960
TOP horns are the best!