Everybody
Backstreet Boys
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Everybody Rock your body Everybody Rock your body right Backstreet's Back alright Hey, hey yeah, well, Oh my god we're back again Brothers, sisters, everybody sing Gonna bring the flavor, Show you how Gotta question for ya Better answer now yeah Am I original? Yeah Am I the only one? Yeah Am I sexual? Yeah Am I everything ya need? You better rock your body now Everybody Rock your body Everybody Rock your body right Backstreet's Back alright Now throw your hands up in the air Wave them around like you just don't care If you want to party let me hear you yell 'Cause we got it goin' on again Am I original? Yeah Am I the only one? Yeah Am I sexual? Yeah Am I everything ya need? You better rock your body now Everybody Rock your body Everybody Rock your body right Backstreet's Back alright So everybody everywhere Don't be afraid Don't have no fear I'm gonna tell the world Make you understand As long as there be music We'll be comin' back again Everybody Rock your body Everybody Rock your body right Backstreet's Back alright Everybody Rock your body Everybody Rock your body right Backstreet's Back alright
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Written by: Dag Krister Volle, Martin Karl Sandberg
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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13 facts about this song
Song Release"Everybody (Backstreet's Back)" was released as the first single from the Backstreet Boys' second international album, "Backstreet's Back" in 1997.
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Production TeamThe song was produced by Max Martin and Denniz Pop, who are renowned for producing hits for many successful artists.
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Billboard RankingThe song peaked at number four on the US Billboard Hot 100, cementing the band's popularity in the American market.
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Music VideoThe music video is a homage to Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' video and depicts the band as various classic horror creatures. It won the MTV Video Music Award for Best Group Video in 1998.
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International Success"Everybody" achieved considerable success worldwide, reaching the top 10 in many countries including Australia, Germany, UK, and New Zealand.
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Platinum CertificationThe song was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), indicating over one million copies sold in the US.
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ChoreographyThe dance routine for "Everybody" is considered iconic, featuring a mix of swing and hip-hop style movements.
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Popular CultureThe song and its video are culturally influential, having been parodied and referenced in various movies, TV shows and commercials.
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SongwritingThe lyrics of the song were written by Max Martin and Denniz PoP. Despite the title, it does not mark the band's comeback, as it was named as such to give the idea that they are back, again and again.
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Cover Versions"Everybody" has been covered by many artists and bands in various genres. Examples include the punk rock cover by Busted for the album 'Busted' and the acoustic cover by Sleeping At Last for the Grey’s Anatomy Soundtrack.
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Live Performances"Everybody" has been a regular inclusion in the Backstreet Boys' setlists during numerous world tours. The electrifying performances usually feature complex choreographies and are crowd favorites.
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Use in FilmsThe song has appeared in several movies including "This Is the End," where the Backstreet Boys perform the song during the film's final scene.
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Streaming SuccessAs of 2021, it continues to be one of the band's most streamed songs on various platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.
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