Everybody Wants to Rule the World
Smith Curt Lyrics
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There's no turning back
Even while we sleep
We will find you
Acting on your best behavior
Turn your back on Mother Nature
Everybody wants to rule the world
It's my own design
It's my own remorse
Help me to decide
Help me make the most
Of freedom and of pleasure
Nothing ever lasts forever
Everybody wants to rule the world
There's a room where the light won't find you
Holding hands while the walls come tumbling down
When they do I'll be right behind you
So glad we've almost made it
So sad they had to fade it
Everybody wants to rule the world
I can't stand this indecision
Married with a lack of vision
Everybody wants to rule the world
Say that you'll never, never, never, never need it
One headline why believe it?
Everybody wants to rule the world
All for freedom and for pleasure
Nothing ever lasts for ever
Everybody wants to rule the world
The lyrics of Smith Curt's song "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" speak to the human desire for power and control. The song begins with the idea that life is irreversible, and there is no going back. Even in our sleep, we will be found and held accountable for our actions. The first verse goes on to talk about how everyone wants to be in charge, and this desire often leads people to turn their backs on Mother Nature while acting on their best behavior.
The chorus of the song has a repeated line that says, "Everybody wants to rule the world." This line captures the central message of the song - that everyone has a desire to control their life and their environment. The second verse talks about how the desire for control can be self-destructive, as people become trapped in their own designs and feel remorse for their actions. However, the desire for freedom and pleasure persists, and people continue to strive for control and power.
The last verse seems to take a more optimistic tone, talking about a room where the light won't find you and holding hands while the walls come down. It suggests that there can be moments of peace and connection in a world where everyone wants to rule. However, the chorus again reminds us that this desire for control is universal and unrelenting.
Line by Line Meaning
Welcome to your life
This is the start of your life.
There's no turning back
You cannot go back to change anything.
Even while we sleep
Things keep happening while we're not aware.
We will find you
You cannot escape from reality.
Acting on your best behavior
Be your best self.
Turn your back on Mother Nature
We often ignore the impact of our actions on the natural world.
Everybody wants to rule the world
Everyone wants to have power and control over something.
It's my own design
This is my plan.
It's my own remorse
This is my regret.
Help me to decide
Guide me towards a choice.
Help me make the most
Help me make the best decision.
Of freedom and of pleasure
Of the things we enjoy and the things we're free to do.
Nothing ever lasts forever
Everything comes to an end eventually.
There's a room where the light won't find you
There's a place you can hide where you won't be seen.
Holding hands while the walls come tumbling down
Staying together during tough times.
When they do I'll be right behind you
I'll be there to support you through difficulties.
So glad we've almost made it
We're almost there and that makes me happy.
So sad they had to fade it
It's a shame that something good has to come to an end.
I can't stand this indecision
I'm struggling with making a choice.
Married with a lack of vision
Stuck in a situation without a clear way forward.
Say that you'll never, never, never, never need it
Promise that you'll never require something.
One headline why believe it?
Should we trust everything we read or hear on the news?
All for freedom and for pleasure
We pursue freedom and enjoyment in our lives.
Nothing ever lasts for ever
This pursuit of freedom and pleasure cannot be sustained indefinitely.
Everybody wants to rule the world
We're all seeking some kind of control or power in our lives.
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@ayr1225
"Welcome to your life, there's no turning back." I think I understand now.
@mickgatz214
Easy.....the planet is fkd, there's no turning back.
@octaviof.g.7316
true....takes a bit. but when you get it...
@jimbailey5681
I agree. I didn't fully grasp it in 1985 at 16, but now? Wow
@ItsNotRealLife
I've rubbing down some doors ready for painting and I kept singing and thinking about that very line.
For years I've been saying to people who don't really do anything with their lives but sit around moaning that this is not a rehearsal this is it no second chances but "welcome to your life, there's no turning back" sums it up perfectly, better than I ever did
@45ETOMER
Yeah that line just kind of hit me like a ton of bricks one day
@jacklydon
Kurt Smith comes to your house for a party. This is the best You Tube video EVER!
@stefanodegerome5586
One of the best songs of the 80's - or in history, for that matter.
@isaacalderson769
History surely!
@crashcoolman
100% agreed!