Everybody Wants You
Billy Squier
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You see 'em coming at you every night Strung on pretension, they fall for you at first sight You know their business, you think it's a bore They make you restless, it's nothing you ain't seen before Get around town, spend your time on the run You never let down, say you do it for fun You never miss a play, though you make quite a few You give it all away when everybody wants you You crave attention, you can never say "no" Throw your affections anyway the wind blows You always make it, you're on top of the scene You sell the copy like the cover of a magazine Putting on the eyes till there's nobody else You never realize what you do to yourself The things that they see make the daily reviews You never get free when everybody wants you Everybody knows you Everybody snows you Everybody needs you, leads you, bleeds you Nights of confusion and impossible dreams Days at the mirror, patching up around the seams You got your glory, you paid for it all You take your pension in loneliness and alcohol Say goodbye to conventional ways You can't escape the hours, you lose track of the days The more you understand, seems the more like you do You never get away, everybody wants you Everybody want you Everybody want you
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11 facts about this song
History"Everybody Wants You" is a song by American rock musician Billy Squier from his third studio album, "Emotions in Motion".
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Song PopularityReleased in 1982, "Everybody Wants You" turned out to be Squier's first No. 1 hit on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.
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Writers and ProducersThe song was both written and produced by Billy Squier himself.
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Music Style"Everybody Wants You" is widely recognized/known for its rock style, characterized by its strong and catchy guitar riffs.
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Chart PerformanceBesides topping the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart, the song also reached No. 32 on the Billboard Hot 100, further boosting Squier’s reputation in the music industry.
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Media Appearances"Everybody Wants You" has enjoyed pop culture longevity, being featured in several films and TV series including "The Americans," "The Walking Dead," and "Breaking Bad." It has also appeared in video games like "Grand Theft Auto V."
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LegacyEven decades after its release, “Everybody Wants You” remains one of Billy Squier’s most loved and listened-to songs.
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ContemporariesAt the time of the song's release, Squier was often associated with other arena rock artists such as Styx, REO Speedwagon, and Journey.
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Critical ReceptionThe song has generally been well received by critics and is often cited as one of the standout tracks from the "Emotions in Motion" album.
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Notable CoversSeveral artists have covered "Everybody Wants You" over the years, including ska band Less Than Jake and hard rock band the Red Hot Chili Peppers during their live performances.
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Impact on Squier's Career“Everybody Wants You” not only propelled Squier's career in terms of popularity but also helped him establish a solid rock sound that would define his music's identity in the years to come.
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