All over the World
Electric Light Orchestra & Olivia Newton-John Lyrics


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Everybody all around the world, gotta tell you what I just heard
There's gonna be a party all over the world

I got a message on the radio, but where it came from I don't really know
And I heard these voices calling all over the world

All over the world, everybody got the word
Everybody everywhere is gonna feel tonight

Everybody walkin' down the street, everybody movin' to the beat
They're gonna get hot down in the U.S.A.
(New York, Detroit, L.A.)

We're gonna take a trip across the sea, everybody come along with me
We're gonna hit the night down in gay Paris

All over the world
Everybody got the word
Everybody everywhere is gonna feel tonight

All over the world

London, Hamburg, Paris, Rome, Rio, Hong Kong, Tokyo
L.a., New York, Amsterdam, Monte Carlo, Shard End and

All over the world
Everybody got the word
Everybody everywhere is gonna feel tonight

Everybody all around the world,
Gotta tell you what I just heard
Everybody walkin' down the street,
I know a place where we all can meet
Everybody gonna have a good time,
Everybody will shine till the daylight

All over the world, everybody got the word
Everybody everywhere is gonna feel tonight

All over the world, everybody got the word




All over the world, everybody got the word, word, word, word, word, word, word
All over the world, everybody got the word

Overall Meaning

The song "All over the World" by Electric Light Orchestra and Olivia Newton-John is an upbeat, catchy tune that discusses the excitement and anticipation of a worldwide party. The lyrics describe the various locations around the world where people are receiving the message about the party, including via the radio and voices calling out. The references to cities such as New York, Detroit, LA, London, Paris, and Tokyo provide a global feel to the song, as if everyone in the world is coming together to celebrate.


The chorus repeats the phrase "All over the world, everybody got the word, everybody everywhere is gonna feel tonight," emphasizing the global unity and anticipation for the party. The song conjures up a feeling of positivity and excitement, encouraging listeners to join in the celebration and let loose.


Overall, "All over the World" is a fun and feel-good song about unity and coming together for a good time. It encourages listeners to let their hair down and join in the party, celebrating with people from all corners of the globe.


Line by Line Meaning

Everybody all around the world, gotta tell you what I just heard
I need to tell you something I just learned; it's meant for everyone across the globe


There's gonna be a party all over the world
Everyone around the world will be celebrating in unison


I got a message on the radio, but where it came from I don't really know
I received a broadcast that I don't know the origin of


And I heard these voices calling all over the world
I heard many voices reaching out globally


All over the world, everybody got the word
Everyone knows the news and the celebrations will be widespread


Everybody everywhere is gonna feel tonight
Everyone will be touched by the festivities


Everybody walkin' down the street, everybody movin' to the beat
All people are dancing and having a blast in the streets


They're gonna get hot down in the U.S.A. (New York, Detroit, L.A.)
Specifically, the United States' hotspots will be partying hard


We're gonna take a trip across the sea, everybody come along with me
We are going on an adventure abroad and everyone is invited


We're gonna hit the night down in gay Paris
Paris at night will be filled with lively excitement


London, Hamburg, Paris, Rome, Rio, Hong Kong, Tokyo, L.A., New York, Amsterdam, Monte Carlo, Shard End and
All the major cities will be enjoying the festivities


Everybody all around the world, gotta tell you what I just heard
Once again, everyone needs to be informed about what's happening


Everybody walkin' down the street, I know a place where we all can meet
Everyone on the street can gather at a certain location


Everybody gonna have a good time, everybody will shine till the daylight
Everyone will have a great time and the party will continue until dawn


All over the world, everybody got the word, word, word, word, word, word, word
Everyone everywhere is aware of the news and the excitement is contagious


All over the world, everybody got the word
Everyone on this planet knows about the festivities




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Written by: JEFF LYNNE

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Edgar Filho

All Over The World

Everybody all around the world

Gotta tell you what I just heard

There's gonna be a party all over the world


I got a message on the radio

But where it came from I don't really know

And I heard these voices calling all over the world


Chorus

All over the world

Everybody got the word

Everybody everywhere is gonna feel tonight


Everybody walkin' down the street

Everybody movin' to the beat

They're gonna get hot down in the U. S. A

(New York, Detroit, L. A.)


We're gonna take a trip across the sea

Everybody come along with me

We're gonna hit the night down in gay Paris

(C'est la vie)


Chorus


London, Hamburg, Paris, Rome, Rio, Hong Kong, Tokyo

L. A. , New York, Amsterdam, Monte Carlo, Shard End and


Chorus


Everybody all around the world, gotta tell you what I just heard

Everybody walkin' down the street, I know a place where we all can meet

Everybody gonna have a good time, everybody will shine till the daylight


Choir


All over the world

Everybody got the word



All comments from YouTube:

Fultonfalcons86

A very underrated movie IMO full of great ELO hit songs and Gene Kelley wow what a classy man and one of the best dancers of all time........

Hagios Pneuma

Olivia Newton John just might be might favorite person on this earth!!! Love her!

Veronica Williams

Definitely one of my favorite numbers from this movie. Early 80s fashion is EVERYTHING.

Ruby Weymouth

I like the fashion sense of Xanadu, the music, the energy and determination🤗

Amelia Zedlar

The late 70s/early 80s were an amazing time in LA, partially due to the punk rock energy. Check out the Go-Go's documentary. It was a great time to be alive! xoxo

Christine Werlein

Love seeing Gene Kelly strut his stuff! He still had it, even at 68.

Tammy Leeder Whitaker

Still had it at the age of 68. RIP Gene Kelly. I was born in 68. How bout that?

Ringer76

Gene k. Was smooth AF.

Robert Brown

Gene Kelly was one of a kind. I hope he's never forgotten.

Steven Slovinski

Love this movie. Gene Kelly was one of the greats of Hollywood.

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