Everybody's Talkin'
Harry Nilsson Lyrics
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I don't hear a word they're sayin'
Only the echoes of my mind
People stoppin', starin'
I can't see their faces
Only the shadows of their eyes
I'm goin' where the sun keeps shinin'
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
Wah, wah
Wah
I'm going 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 they're sayin'
Only the echoes of my mind
I won't let you leave my love behind
No, I won't let you leave-wah
I won't let you leave my love behind
Harry Nilsson's "Everybody's Talkin'" is a song that has several interpretations. It talks about the singer's desire to escape from the world he's living in, and find a place where people just leave him alone. The first verse says that there are so many people around, but nobody seems to be communicating with him. He can only hear the echoes in his head, and everyone around him looks like mere shadows.
The second verse suggests that he's going to a place that suits his personality- where there's sunshine even in the rain, and where he can wear the clothes that make him feel comfortable. He's not resisting the winds but using them to move- and then he's using a summer breeze to blow him across the ocean. The listener is left with the impression that he's trying to escape from everything, including himself.
The idea of leaving everything behind and finding inner peace is very appealing, and the song highlights the agony of someone who cannot find it in the world around him. The song appeals to people from different walks of life and is a reminder that sometimes we just need to escape the constant noise and chatter, and find our happy place.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody's talkin' at me
The world is full of noise and opinions directed towards me
I don't hear a word they're sayin'
I choose to ignore the outside chatter and focus on my own thoughts
Only the echoes of my mind
The only words that truly matter to me are the ones I create within myself
People stoppin', starin'
Others are fascinated by my actions and decisions
I can't see their faces
Their curiosity does not bother me, nor does their acceptance or disapproval
Only the shadows of their eyes
The judgment and scrutiny I feel from others is only a fleeting impression, not one that has any true substance
I'm goin' where the sun keeps shinin'
I am seeking a place of positivity and hope
Through the pourin' rain
Despite any obstacles or hardships that come my way
Goin' where the weather suits my clothes
Pursuing a lifestyle that is comfortable and tailored to my own personal taste
Bankin' off of the Northeast winds
Taking advantage of any opportunities or advantages that come my way
Sailin' on summer breeze
Enjoying the journey and taking the time to appreciate life's pleasures
And skippin' over the ocean like a stone
Looking to the future with optimism and a carefree attitude
Wah, wah
Expressing a sense of emotional discord or lack of clarity
I won't let you leave my love behind
Refusing to let go of the love that I hold dear
No, I won't let you leave-wah
Asserting my commitment to hold onto love, despite external pressures or circumstances
I won't let you leave my love behind
Repeating my unwavering dedication to maintaining a sense of love and connection
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Fred Neil
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@catherinebrimant8581
" Everybody's talking at me
I don't hear a word they're saying
Only the echoes of my mind
People stopping, staring
I can't see their faces
Only the shadows of their eyes
I'm going where the sun keeps shining
Through the pouring rain
Going where the weather suits my clothes
Banking off of the northeast winds
Sailing on a summer breeze
And skipping over the ocean like a stone
I'm going where the sun keeps shining
Through the pouring rain
Going where the weather suits my clothes
Banking off of the northeast winds
Sailing on a summer breeze
And skipping over the ocean like a stone
Everybody's talking at me
Can't hear a word they're saying
Only the echoes 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 ".
@Laritalia26
Everybody's talking at me
I don't hear a word they're saying
Only the echoes of my mind
People stopping, staring
I can't see their faces
Only the shadows of their eyes
I'm going where the sun keeps shining
Through the pouring rain
Going where the weather suits my clothes
Banking off of the northeast winds
Sailing on a summer breeze
And skipping over the ocean like a stone
I'm going where the sun keeps shining
Through the pouring rain
Going where the weather suits my clothes
Banking off of the northeast winds
Sailing on a summer breeze
And skipping over the ocean like a stone
Everybody's talking at me
Can't hear a word they're saying
Only the echoes 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
@michaeltowle2607
I walked endlessly with this song echoing in my head. I was content. No one could deter my path.
I sought the shining sun and the pounding surf. I found them.
They were bright, clear and pure.
I bathed in their glory.
They enveloped me and we became one.
I am with you, always, just above.
Lift your eyes.
I gaze down and reach to you with love.
Don't falter, I am here for you.
@ABritInThePhilippines
One of my all time favourite songs, and i loved the film too, but this also reminds me of a clip from my favourite comedy show "Only Fools and Horses" and the episode "The Jolly Boys Outing"...
@thewalkingman777
Watching it right now !
@maxter4685
Best episode of only fools and horses !!!
@hwoodward884
Maxter 46 Couldn’t agree more
@joeritchie7286
I lost my dolphin
@carrroad13
Joe Ritchie 😂😂😂😂
@sarahallen3733
Iv just sat holding my nans hand in hospital watching her pass away. And this song was playing on smooth radio, for sure everyone was talking at her and she couldn’t hear a word , it chuckled me as tears rolled down my face. Love and miss her millions but this song definitely hits differently now 😍
@philipnorris6542
Love you, Sarah, although we've never met; keep on keeping on, and there is always something to live for.
@lizstraub6621
She won’t let you leave your love behind… she’s taking it with her and wrapping it around you until you meet again. Believe it. ❤️
@donnademko6352
Actually...
That's quite Beautiful.
Sorry about Your Nan.
❤️