Everybody Wants to Rule the World
Kwamey & Franky Boissy Lyrics
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theres no turning back
even while sleep
we will find you acting on your best
behaviour,
turn your back on mother nature
everybodu wants to rule the world
The song Everybody Wants To Rule The World by Kwamey & Franky Boissy presents a commentary on the human condition and the desire for power and control. The lyrics "welcome to your life, there's no turning back" suggest the inevitability and permanence of life, while "even while sleep, we will find you acting on your best behaviour" highlights the constant need to project a favorable image and maintain appearances.
The line "turn your back on mother nature" references humanity's destructive impact on the environment in the pursuit of progress and power. The overarching theme of the song is the universal human desire for control, and the negative consequences that arise from it. Even though the desire for power may seem innocuous, it can lead to conflict, inequality, and destruction.
Line by Line Meaning
welcome to your life
Greetings to your existence
theres no turning back
There's no reversing the past
even while sleep
Even as you rest
we will find you acting on your best behaviour
We will catch you presenting your best self
turn your back on mother nature
Neglect the natural world
everybody wants to rule the world
Everyone aspires to have power and control over the world
Writer(s): Roland Orzabal, Chris Hughes, Ian Stanley
Contributed by Kaitlyn R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.