The term Various Artists is used in the record industry when numerous singers and musicians collaborate on a song or collection of songs. Most often on Last.fm, compilation album tracks appear under the name of Various Artists erroneously because the individual artist is not listed in the album's ID3 information.
Compilation albums, for example.
Sometimes, single releases may be credited to Various Artists when their profits are going to charity and, usually in high-profile cases, are sometimes known by a group name. Examples include Band Aid with their releases of Do They Know It's Christmas? and USA for Africa with We Are The World.
Various Artists is also an actual performance name for Torsten Pröfrock, who runs the German DIN label. Torsten performs also as Dynamo, Erosion, Resilent, Traktor besides some others. He's a good friend of Robert Henke and since the Fall of 2004, he is a member of Monolake.
Various Artists was also a short-lived Bristol punk band formed by brothers Jonjo and Robin Key (originally from Birmingham). Other members were also simultaneously in Art Objects who went on to become The Blue Aeroplanes, the latter the Key brothers also co-wrote some songs and were involved in. When Various Artists imploded, the Key brothers went on to form Either / Or.
Various Artists also appear on tracks from musical theater soundtracks, due to the nature of having many cast members on one song, as well as an ensemble in some cases.
Everybody Wants to Rule the World
Various Artists Lyrics
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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
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 forever
Everybody wants to rule the world
"Everybody Wants to Rule the World" by Tears for Fears is a classic 80s single that has stood the test of time. The opening line "Welcome to your life, there's no turning back" sets the tone of the song, which is about the idea of power and control. The song talks about how people want power and will do anything to get it, even if it means sacrificing their own values.
The line "Turn your back on mother nature" is a metaphor for how humans exploit the earth's resources for their own benefit, without considering the long-term consequences of their actions. The song also touches upon the idea of individuality and personal responsibility, which is evident in the lyrics "It's my own design, it's my own remorse. Help me to decide, help me make the most of freedom and of pleasure."
The chorus "Everybody wants to rule the world" is a powerful statement about the nature of human ambition and the desire for control. The lyrics "I can't stand this indecision, married with a lack of vision" suggest that despite the desire for power, many people may lack the ability to make informed decisions and have a clear vision for the future.
Overall, the song is a commentary on the human condition and the dark side of ambition and power.
Line by Line Meaning
Welcome to your life, there's no turning back
You have started this journey of life and there is no going back now
Even while we sleep, we will find you
No matter what you do, we will always be aware of your actions
Acting on your best behavior
Always try to act in a way that brings out the best in you
Turn your back on mother nature
Stop ignoring the natural world and start taking care of it
Everybody wants to rule the world
Everyone wants to be the one in charge and call the shots
It's my own design, it's my own remorse
I am responsible for my own actions and the consequences that come with them
Help me to decide, help me make the most
I need help in making decisions and maximizing my potential
Of freedom and of pleasure
I want to enjoy the freedom and pleasure that life has to offer
Nothing ever lasts forever
Everything in life has a beginning and an end
Everybody wants to rule the world
Everyone has a desire to be in control of their own life and surroundings
There's a room where the light won't find you
There are places where you can hide and escape from reality
Holding hands, while the walls come tumbling down
In times of crisis, it's important to support each other and stick together
When they do I'll be right behind you
I will be there for you when you need me
So glad, we've almost made it
It's a relief that we are close to our goal
So sad they had to fade it
It's unfortunate that it couldn't last forever
I can't stand this indecision
I am unable to handle the lack of a clear decision
Married with a lack of vision
Being unable to make a clear decision can hold you back and prevent growth
Everybody wants to rule the world
Everyone has a desire for control and power
Say that you'll never, never, never, never need it
Making promises that you cannot keep is pointless
One headline why believe it?
Don't blindly believe everything you read or hear; question everything
Everybody wants to rule the world
Everyone has an inherent desire to be in a position of power and control
All for freedom and for pleasure
We strive for freedom and enjoyment in life
Nothing ever lasts forever
Everything has an expiry date and will come to an end
Everybody wants to rule the world
Every individual longs for the ability to control their own life, choices, and outcomes
Contributed by Lily R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.