Everybody Knows
Sigrid Lyrics


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Everybody knows that the dice are loaded
Everybody rolls with their fingers crossed
Everybody knows the war is over
Everybody knows the good guys lost
Everybody knows the fight was fixed
The poor stay poor, the rich get rich
That's how it goes
Everybody knows

Everybody knows that the boat is leaking
Everybody knows that the captain lied
Everybody got this broken feeling
Like their father or their dog just died
Everybody talking to their pockets
Everybody wants a box of chocolates
And a long-stem rose
Everybody knows

Everybody knows that you love me baby
Everybody knows that you really do
Everybody knows that you've been faithful
Oh, give or take a night or two
Everybody knows you've been discreet
But there were so many people you just had to meet
Without your clothes
Everybody knows

Everybody knows, everybody knows
That's how it goes
Everybody knows
Everybody knows, everybody knows
That's how it goes
Everybody knows

And everybody knows that it's now or never
Everybody knows that it's me or you
And everybody knows that you live forever
When you've done a line or two
Everybody knows the deal is rotten
Old Black Joe's still picking cotton
For your ribbons and bows
And everybody knows

And everybody knows that the Plague is coming
Everybody knows that it's moving fast
Everybody knows that the naked man and woman
Are just a shining artifact of the past
Everybody knows the scene is dead
But there's gonna be a meter on your bed
That will disclose
What everybody knows

And everybody knows that you're in trouble
Everybody knows what you've been through
From the bloody cross on top of Calvary
To the beach of Malibu
Everybody knows it's coming apart
Take one last look at this Sacred Heart




Before it blows
Everybody knows

Overall Meaning

In Sigrid’s song Everybody Knows, the lyrics focus on human truths and the fact that no matter how hard one tries, these truths cannot be ignored. The opening line “Everybody knows that the dice are loaded” suggests that there is a sense of predetermined fate in life, and that no matter what one does, the outcome is already decided. Similarly, the repeated lines “the poor stay poor, the rich get rich” and “everybody knows the fight was fixed, the good guys lost” indicate that there is a sense of injustice in the world, and that some people are doomed to struggle while others will always succeed. The line “everybody got this broken feeling like their father or their dog just died” touches on the idea that everyone experiences a sense of loss or heartbreak at some point in their lives.


The second verse reinforces these ideas of predetermined fate and injustice. The line “everybody knows that the boat is leaking, everybody knows that the captain lied” suggests that everyone is aware that their ship is sinking, but nobody is willing to do anything about it. The line “everybody talking to their pockets, everybody wants a box of chocolates and a long-stem rose” presents a longing for material wealth and happiness, while also acknowledging that such things cannot solve deeper problems. Finally, the third verse touches on themes of mortality and decay, suggesting that no matter how hard one tries to hold onto life or to maintain appearances, everything is eventually lost.


Line by Line Meaning

Everybody knows that the dice are loaded
Everyone knows that the game is rigged


Everybody rolls with their fingers crossed
Everyone hopes for the best despite expecting the worst


Everybody knows the war is over
Everyone knows that the fight has been lost


Everybody knows the good guys lost
Everyone knows that the bad guys won


Everybody knows the fight was fixed
Everyone knows that the competition was manipulated


The poor stay poor, the rich get rich
The class divide remains unchanged


That's how it goes
This is the way things happen


Everybody knows that the boat is leaking
Everyone is aware that the situation is precarious


Everybody knows that the captain lied
Everyone knows the authority figure is dishonest


Everybody got this broken feeling
Everyone feels dejected and hopeless


Like their father or their dog just died
Feeling extremely sad and mourning a loss


Everybody talking to their pockets
Everyone is mindful of their financial situation


Everybody wants a box of chocolates
Everyone desires pleasure and indulgence


And a long-stem rose
And a romantic gesture


Everybody knows that you love me baby
Everyone is aware that you love me


Everybody knows that you really do
Everyone knows that your love is genuine


Everybody knows that you've been faithful
Everyone knows that you have been loyal


Oh, give or take a night or two
Except for a few minor lapses in judgment


Everybody knows you've been discreet
Everyone knows that you have been cautious in your actions


But there were so many people you just had to meet
But it was difficult to resist the temptation to explore


Without your clothes
In a state of vulnerability


And everybody knows, everybody knows
Everyone is aware, there is no ignorance


That's how it goes
This is just how things happen


Everybody knows
Everyone is aware


And everybody knows that it's now or never
Everyone knows that it's time to act


Everybody knows that it's me or you
Everyone knows that there is a winner and a loser


And everybody knows that you live forever
Everyone knows that you will be remembered for your actions


When you've done a line or two
When you have indulged in excess


Everybody knows the deal is rotten
Everyone knows that the transaction is corrupt


Old Black Joe's still picking cotton
There is still a legacy of inequality and injustice


For your ribbons and bows
For your superficial adornments


And everybody knows
Everyone is conscious


And everybody knows that the Plague is coming
Everyone is aware of impending danger


Everybody knows that it's moving fast
Everyone knows that it's rapidly approaching


Everybody knows that the naked man and woman
Everyone knows that humanity is exposed and vulnerable


Are just a shining artifact of the past
Are merely relics of a bygone era


Everybody knows the scene is dead
Everyone knows that the environment is lifeless


But there's gonna be a meter on your bed
However, you will be held accountable


That will disclose
Those truths will be revealed


What everybody knows
What everyone is privately aware of


And everybody knows that you're in trouble
Everyone knows that you are struggling


Everybody knows what you've been through
Everyone is aware of your hardships


From the bloody cross on top of Calvary
From the anguished sacrifice of the crucifixion


To the beach of Malibu
To the idyllic coastal paradise


Everybody knows it's coming apart
Everyone is aware that things are falling apart


Take one last look at this Sacred Heart
Take one final moment to reflect on this holy symbol


Before it blows
Before it terminates and explodes


Everybody knows
Everyone is conscious of these truths




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Leonard Cohen, Sharon Robinson

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@Martin-yd7if

I had to be that guy, sorry.
Lyrics:
Everybody knows that the dice are loaded
Everybody rolls with their fingers crossed
Everybody knows the war is over
Everybody knows the good guys lost
Everybody knows the fight was fixed
The poor stay poor, the rich get rich
That's how it goes
Everybody knows
Everybody knows that the boat is leaking
Everybody knows that the captain lied
Everybody got this broken feeling
Like their father or their dog just died
Everybody talking to their pockets
Everybody wants a box of chocolates
And a long-stem rose
Everybody knows
Everybody knows that you love me baby
Everybody knows that you really do
Everybody knows that you've been faithful
Ah, give or take a night or two
Everybody knows you've been discreet
But there were so many people you just had to meet
Without your clothes
And everybody knows
Everybody knows, everybody knows
That's how it goes
Everybody knows
Everybody knows, everybody knows
That's how it goes
Everybody knows
And everybody knows that it's now or never
Everybody knows that it's me or you
And everybody knows that you live forever
Ah, when you've done a line or two
Everybody knows the deal is rotten
Old Black Joe's still pickin' cotton
For your ribbons and bows
And everybody knows
And everybody knows that the Plague is coming
Everybody knows that it's moving fast
Everybody knows that the naked man and woman
Are just a shining artifact of the past
Everybody knows the scene is dead
But there's gonna be a meter on your bed
That will disclose
What everybody knows
And everybody knows that you're in trouble
Everybody knows what you've been through
From the bloody cross on top of Calvary
To the beach of Malibu
Everybody knows it's coming apart
Take one last look at this Sacred Heart
Before it blows
And everybody knows
Everybody knows, everybody knows
That's how it goes
Everybody knows
Everybody knows, everybody knows
That's how it goes
Everybody knows
Everybody knows, everybody knows
That's how it goes
Everybody knows
Everybody knows



@cammmhr

LYRICS
Everybody knows that the dice are loaded
Everybody rolls with their fingers crossed
Everybody knows the war is over
Everybody knows the good guys lost
Everybody knows the fight was fixed
The poor stay poor, the rich get rich
That's how it goes
Everybody knows
Everybody knows that the boat is leaking
Everybody knows that the captain lied
Everybody got this broken feeling
Like their father or their dog just died
Everybody talking to their pockets
Everybody wants a box of chocolates
And a long-stem rose
Everybody knows
Everybody knows that you love me baby
Everybody knows that you really do
Everybody knows that you've been faithful
Ah, give or take a night or two
Everybody knows you've been discreet
But there were so many people you just had to meet
Without your clothes
And everybody knows
Everybody knows, everybody knows
That's how it goes
Everybody knows
Everybody knows, everybody knows
That's how it goes
Everybody knows
And everybody knows that it's now or never
Everybody knows that it's me or you
And everybody knows that you live forever
Ah, when you've done a line or two
Everybody knows the deal is rotten
Old Black Joe's still pickin' cotton
For your ribbons and bows
And everybody knows
And everybody knows that the Plague is coming
Everybody knows that it's moving fast
Everybody knows that the naked man and woman
Are just a shining artifact of the past
Everybody knows the scene is dead
But there's gonna be a meter on your bed
That will disclose
What everybody knows
And everybody knows that you're in trouble
Everybody knows what you've been through
From the bloody cross on top of Calvary
To the beach of Malibu
Everybody knows it's coming apart
Take one last look at this Sacred Heart
Before it blows
And everybody knows
Everybody knows, everybody knows
That's how it goes
Everybody knows
Everybody knows, everybody knows
That's how it goes
Everybody knows
Everybody knows, everybody knows
That's how it goes
Everybody knows
Everybody knows



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@AlcantaraCaio

This song is the only thing that I'll miss from this movie after Snyder's Cut

@rishavroy0701

I think this was Snyder's scene

@maddenrichard

@@rishavroy0701 nope this wasn't in the Snyder Cut

But I do like the song tho

@ShanksTyata

yes I felt like the movie took off with such a great opening..

@spencertaylor5945

I just said the same

@spencertaylor5945

It fits the mood perfect

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@gabrielschneider445

"everybody knows the plague is coming"

well thats a big YES lol

Edit: thanks y'all

@hadilka7743

Hhhh yea

@LargeAndUngrateful

It’s only the 10th or 11th plague in my lifetime and I’m only 35... I expect them to become more frequent and less treatable until the population is significantly reduced all over.

@-ghostly_green-1229

LOL YES

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