Everybody
Dr. Hook & The Medicene Show Lyrics

Elvis he's a hero he's a superstar
Elvis is a widely acclaimed figure and a celebrity

And I hear that Paul McCartney drives a Rolls Royce car
I have learned that Paul McCartney owns a luxurious car brand

And Dylan sings for millions
Bob Dylan has a large fan base and performs for many people

And I just sing for free
I perform for no monetary compensation

Oh everybody's makin' it big but me
Everyone seems to be achieving success except for me

Neil Diamond sings for diamonds
Neil Diamond performs for significant profit

And here's ole rhinestone me
I am still performing without significant recognition or income

Well I hear that Alice Cooper's got a foxy chick
I have heard that Alice Cooper has an attractive partner

To wipe off his snake, and keep him rich
She caters to his needs and helps him maintain his wealth

And Elton John's got two fine ladies
Elton John has two attractive partners

And Doctor John's got three
Dr. John has three partners

And I'm still seein' them same old sleezoes, that I used to see
I am still surrounded by unappealing people

Oh, everybody's makin' it big but me
Everyone seems to be achieving success except for me

I've got charisma
I possess an engaging and charming personality

And personality
As well as a distinct character

Oh how come everybody's makin' it big but me?
Why am I not achieving success while everyone else is?

(What's wrong with that?)
(Why is that a problem?)

(I don't see nothing wrong with it Ray)
(I don't perceive it as an issue, Ray)

Well I paint my face with glitter
I use glitter to decorate my face like Bowie does

Just like Bowie does
Similar to David Bowie's appearance

And I wear the same mascara
I also use the same type of mascara as Mick Jagger does

That Mick Jagger does
Similar to Mick Jagger's makeup

And I even put some lipstick on
I have also tried lipstick

But that just hurt my dad and mom
But it goes against my parents' values and disappoints them

And everybody's makin' it big but me
Everyone seems to be achieving success except for me

They got groupies for their bands
They have fans who become romantically involved with them

And all I got is my right hand
I do not have any romantic prospects, only my hand

Everybody's makin' it, makin' it, makin' it
Everyone is achieving success

Everybody's makin' it big
Everyone is achieving significant success