'Congratulations' was a global hit as it became a much bigger hit than 'La, La, La', which beat Cliff in the 1968 Eurovision song contest. Shortly after 'Congratulations', which was one of his solo efforts, Cliff recorded his last single with The Shadows. Again in 1973, with 'Power to All Our Friends', he entered the Eurovision song contest--this time reaching 3rd place.
The most sold artist in British Pop history - with over 40 top hits.
Worked with Stock Aitken Waterman in 1989 and the single "I Just Don't Have The Heart".
Sixty appearances at Wembley, plus sellout tour to celebrate 50 years in the business.
First hit: Move It, 1958, first no. 1: Living Doll
As big as he is in the UK, he has only had 3 Top 10 hits in the USA with the biggest still being his breakthrough 1976 single "Devil Woman" which made it all the way to #6.
Has also worked with Elton John, Mark Knopfler, Julian Lennon, Freddie Mercury, Stevie Wonder, Phil Everly, Janet Jackson, Sheila Walsh, Van Morrison, and Olivia Newton-John.
Everybody Knows
Cliff Richard Lyrics
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Everybody can't be wise
Everybody needs some understanding
Understanding when you cry
Everybody knows
Love doesn't always begin like this
Everybody knows
See I've been in love and I know
And now you've been in love and you know
Anyone who's ever hurt you
Anyone who's ever tried
Will only love you then desert you
Won't believe you when you cry
Everybody knows
Love doesn't always begin like this
Everybody knows
Love doesn't always end with a kiss
See I've been in love and I know
And now you've been in love and you know
(guitar solo)
Everybody knows
Love doesn't always begin like this
Everybody knows
Love doesn't always end with a kiss
See I've been in love and I know
And now you've been in love and you know
See I've been in love and I know
And now you've been in love and you know
Everybody needs to cry some
Everybody can't be wise
Everybody needs some understanding
Understanding when you cry
Everybody knows
Love doesn't always end like this
The lyrics to Cliff Richard's song "Everybody Knows" speak to the universal experiences of love and heartbreak. The song acknowledges that everyone experiences pain and that it's okay to cry and seek understanding. The lines "Everybody needs to cry some, everybody can't be wise" highlight the need for vulnerability and the acceptance that not everyone can have all the answers. The lyrics assert that love is not always a fairy tale with a happy ending, that relationships can be complicated, and that the experience of love is not necessarily the same for everyone.
The phrase "Everybody knows" is repeated throughout the song, suggesting that certain truths about love and relationships are widely recognized. The line "Love doesn't always begin like this" hints at the idea that love can surprise us and doesn't fit into a neat, predetermined pattern. Similarly, "Love doesn't always end with a kiss" highlights that love stories don't always conclude in the way we expect them to. Overall, "Everybody Knows" encourages listeners to accept the ups and downs of love with compassion and understanding.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody needs to cry some
It's okay for everyone to have moments of sadness when emotions overflow
Everybody can't be wise
It's unrealistic to expect everyone to handle situations wisely without making mistakes
Everybody needs some understanding
Everyone wants to be heard and supported by someone
Understanding when you cry
Comfort in times of sadness can be one of the biggest gestures of love
Everybody knows
It's common knowledge and universally accepted
Love doesn't always begin like this
Romantic feelings don't always follow a predictable pattern or formula
Love doesn't always end with a kiss
Breaking up or moving on from a relationship can be painful and not necessarily romantic
See I've been in love and I know
The singer has personal experience to validate what he's singing about
And now you've been in love and you know
The listener can also relate and understand what the singer is talking about
Anyone who's ever hurt you
People who have caused you pain or betrayal
Anyone who's ever tried
People who have attempted to love you but failed
Will only love you then desert you
They may only fake love and leave you once their motives are fulfilled
Won't believe you when you cry
They may not believe or care for your emotions even if you are vulnerable
(Guitar Solo)
Instrumental break in the song
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Written by: ALAN TARNEY
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