Amorosi was born in Melbourne, Australia. Amorosi was discovered performing at Matrioshka, a Russian restaurant in Carnegie, by Jack Strom and signed a recording contract in 1997. After being signed to MarJac Productions (co-owned by managers Mark Holden and Jack Strom) and recording a promo CD titled "Get Here", she secured a deal with Transistor Music Australia. Amorosi also spent a short period training with the army.
Amorosi is known for her versatile vocal ability. She is able to vocally cover many genres of music including, pop, rock, blues, jazz, and gospel. Amorosi is also known for her vocal range. Amorosi's vocal range reaches Soprano C#6 in what is perceived to be full chest voice. Amorosi's ability to connect chest voice and head voice is one of her trademark talents. Amorosi's effortless approach to singing in her upper registry is what helped her become well known in both Australia and Germany. She has also been noted for her ability to sing in the whistle registry as well, hitting notes above E6. Amorosi's most powerful vocals can be heard in her song from her 2008 album, Somewhere in the Real World entitled "Start It". In the song "Start It", she can be heard belting two A5's and two B5's in mixed/chest voice and an E6 in the whistle registry. Also in the song "I Am Woman", performed at the ARIA Hall of Fame tribute for Helen Reddy in 2006, Amorosi can be heard belting a sustained C6.
In 1999, Amorosi released her debut single "Have a Look" which became a Top 20 hit. Second single "Absolutely Everybody", an anthemic dance song, reached the Top 10 and became the longest charting Australian single by an Australian female artist. It remained in the ARIA Top 50 Singles Chart for over six months after its release. "Absolutely Everybody" was released internationally and reached the Top 10 in many European countries including the United Kingdom and Germany where it received a gold certification. Amorosi performed at many large events such as the NRL Grand Final, the opening of the Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island and the new millennium on "New Year's Eve" at Darling Harbour.
In 2000 two more singles "Shine" and "The Power" became major Australian hits, and her album The Power reached number one on the Australian album charts. Amorosi received six ARIA nominations in the year 2000 awards and The Power was nominated for "Best Female Artist" and "Best Pop Release" in the ARIA Music Awards of 2001. Her largest audience came in September 2000 with performances at the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics and at the Paralympic Games. At the Opening Ceremony of the 2000 Summer Olympics she sang the Olympic song titled "Heroes Live Forever". Amorosi won the APRA Award in 2001 for "Most Played Song" on Australian Radio with "Shine" and received international acclaim in Germany where she won "Best International Newcomer" at the 2001 VIVA Comet Awards. Later that year she also made a special appearance at the Goodwill Games Opening and Closing ceremonies in Brisbane. In 2001 she performed at the AFL Grand Final.
In August 2002 Amorosi traveled to Manchester where she was one of the stars of the Commonwealth Games Hand-Over Ceremony, performing her hit "Shine" and a new song written especially for the event, "I’ll always be a Melbourne girl".
In February 2003, Amorosi performed her "Blues" set for the first time at the Melbourne International Music And Blues Festival and traveled to Germany to perform her latest European single "True To Yourself" on "Top of the Pops" and the hugely successful long-running show "Wetten, dass..?" which screens throughout Europe.
For her service to music she was awarded the Australian Centenary Medal by the Government of Australia in April 2003.
Over the next few years, Amorosi maintained a low-profile presence in the music industry, recording and performing in Australia and throughout the world. In a radio interview in 2008 she admitted being hired to perform at a number of Melbourne gangland functions, including one for the baptism of the daughter of convicted murderer Carl Williams, during that period.
On 25 January 2006, it was revealed that Amorosi was now under the management of Ralph Carr, having completed her seven year management with MarJac Productions. She is quoted on the website as saying, "I have been with my previous management for seven years and thought both parties had gone as far as we could together... Moving over to Ralph Carr Management seemed like a natural progression, given the acts he has successfully managed. I am excited and enthused."
On November 22, 2006 it was announced that Amorosi had signed to Universal Music Australia.
Amorosi’s charity work predates her fame, and her involvement with Kids Help Line and the Variety Club led to a number of honours, including a 2003 nomination for Australian of the Year. She still has the farm where endangered animals can find refuge, although she doesn’t get to visit much; her friends run it for her.
She supported Kiss on their 2008 tour of Australia.
Vanessa's latest album Somewhere in the Real World, released through Universal Music Australia, was released on May 24th 2008 after being delayed since a late 2007 release. The album tracks "Perfect" and "Start It" have both been used in promotions for the Seven Network. Released digitally and in stores on May 24, 2008, Somewhere in the Real World was already sitting at Number 3 on the national iTunes chart within hours of its release and climbing to number 2 within the first 24 hours and finally hitting the number 1 spot on the charts after just 4 days of release.
The single "Kiss Your Mama!" was serviced to radio on 3rd August and released 8th September 2007. On a special edition of Australian Idol she sang her hit song "Kiss Your Mama!".
Amorosi released her second single "Perfect" digitally on 5 April and physically on 26 April 2008. The single made it to number 1 on the digital iTunes charts on the 7th of June 2008, and Perfect was the #1 most played played song on Australian Radio in 2008.
The single "The Simple Things (Something Emotional)" was released as the third single on 20 September 2008.
On 20 April 2009 it was released that Amorosi will appear in a duet with American rock band Hoobastank, Amorosi also appears in the video which was shot in Los Angeles at Lacy Street Studio with director Paul Brown (Alicia Keys, Jack White). The video and single was serviced to Australian media on May 4. The single was released in Australia on June 19, 2009.
Amorosi is currently in LA writing and recording her new album.
Everybody
Vanessa Amorosi Lyrics
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Absolutely everybody,
Everybody needs a little loving,
Everybody needs somebody thinking of them.
And whatever it takes,
I'm gonna get it.
Everybody needs a hand to hold,
Someone to cling to
When the nights are getting cold.
I'm no different,
I am just the same,
A player in the game.
Absolutely everybody,
Everybody, everybody.
Absolutely everybody
In the whole wide world.
Absolutely everybody,
Every boy and every girl,
Absolutely everybody.
Everybody needs a human touch.
I can't live without it,
It means too much to me.
Everybody needs one true friend,
Someone who'll be there ‘til the very end.
And absolutely everybody breathes,
And everybody, everybody bleeds.
We're no different,
We're all the same,
Players in the game.
Absolutely, everybody,
Everybody, everybody.
Absolutely everybody
In the whole wide world.
Everybody breathes,
And everybody needs.
Absolutely everybody.
Absolutely everybody.
Every boy and girl,
Every woman and child.
Every father and son.
I said now everyone,
Yes now everyone.
Everybody needs a human touch.
Everybody, everybody needs love.
I'm no different,
I am just the same,
A player in the game.
Absolutely everybody.
The song "Absolutely Everybody" by Vanessa Amorosi is an uplifting anthem that celebrates the universal human experience of needing love, respect, and acceptance. The lyrics emphasize how everyone, regardless of race, gender, or social status, craves human connection and companionship. The song starts with the statement that "absolutely everybody needs a little loving", which sets the tone for the rest of the song. It highlights the fact that no matter who you are, where you're from, or what you're going through, you are not alone in needing and wanting these basic human needs.
The chorus of "Absolutely everybody, everybody, everybody" serves as a reminder that we are all in this world together and that we all share the same basic needs, desires, and aspirations. It's a catchy and upbeat tune that encourages listeners to embrace one another and to celebrate our shared humanity. The song is an anthem of hope and inclusivity, calling on us to recognize and celebrate the diversity that exists in the world around us.
In summary, "Absolutely Everybody" is a joyful and inclusive song that reminds us that we are all connected, and we all share the same basic human needs. The song encourages us to be kind to one another, to lift each other up, and to celebrate the beauty and diversity of the world around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Absolutely everybody
Everyone in this world, without exception
Everybody needs a little loving
Everyone requires love in their life
Everybody needs somebody thinking of them
Everyone desires someone to consider them
Everybody needs a little respect
Everyone merits respect
And whatever it takes, I'm gonna get it
I will do whatever it takes to get the respect, love, or consideration I need
Everybody needs a hand to hold
Everyone necessitates someone to hold their hand
Someone to cling to when the nights are getting cold
Someone to confide in when they are going through tough times
I'm no different, I am just the same, A player in the game
Though I may be different, I am still a part of this game we call life
Absolutely everybody, Everybody, everybody
Everyone, without exception or distinction
Everybody needs a human touch
Everyone yearns for the warmth of human touch
I can't live without it, It means too much to me
Human touch is so powerful that living without it is impossible for me
Everybody needs one true friend
Everyone needs at least one sincere friend
Someone who'll be there ‘til the very end
Someone who will stay by their side through thick and thin
And absolutely everybody breathes
Every living and breathing human being
And everybody, everybody bleeds
We are all the same in that we all bleed when injured
We're no different, We're all the same, Players in the game
We may be diverse, but we all play the same crucial role in this game of life
Every boy and girl, Every woman and child
All children, men, and women regardless of their identity
Every father and son
All fathers and sons of this world
I said now everyone, Yes now everyone
Every single person out there, without exception
Everybody, everybody needs love
Love is another essential need of every individual.
Absolutely everybody
Completely everyone, without any exceptions
Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC. , UNIVERSAL MUSIC PUB GROUP
Written by: ANTHONY HICKS, JAMES INGRAM, MARK HOLDEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
tdawgisindahouse
This song is fantastic and never wears out! It brings me back to the Sydney Olympics and since then every time hear it makes me feel happy and inspired. I find that lyrics mean more and more to me, singing along with this is like a positive affirmation.Thank you Vanessa for blessing us with your music and positivity!
Sydney Boy
Vanessa was amazing at the Olympics.
Kieran Kerrigan
This is amazing song love so much when my husband says who are you sleeping with now I play this song
silvia garcia
Yo la descubrí viendo los juegos Olímpicos desde España,me gustó mucho su actuación
Dennis Stolle
This was the perfect hymn for the olympic games 2000 in Sydney!🥰A real summerhit with a great singer!🤗😃
Supersafe Aerodynamics
I think that was the best rendition of this song!
Rob Cyhi
aussies did it well back then 😄
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