Everything's Alright
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sarah Brightman, Bogdan Kominowski, Gary Martin
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Try not to get worried, try not to turn on to Problems that upset you, oh Don't you know Everything's alright, yes, everything's fine And we want you to sleep well tonight Let the world turn without you tonight If we try, we'll get by, so forget all about us tonight Everything's alright, yes, everything's alright, yes Sleep and I shall soothe you, calm you, and anoint you Myrrh for your hot forehead, oh Then you'll feel Everything's alright, yes, everything's fine And it's cool, and the ointment's sweet For the fire in your head and feet Close your eyes, close your eyes And relax, think of nothing tonight Everything's alright, yes, everything's alright, yes Woman, your fine ointment, brand new and expensive Could have been saved for the poor Why has it been wasted? We could have raised maybe Three hundred silver pieces or more People who are hungry, people who are starving They matter more than your feet and hair! Try not to get worried, try not to turn on to Problems that upset you, oh Don't you know Everything's alright, yes, everything's fine And we want you to sleep well tonight Let the world turn without you tonight If we try, we'll get by, so forget all about us tonight Everything's alright, yes, everything's alright, yes Surely you're not saying we have the resources To save the poor from their lot? There will be poor always, pathetically struggling Look at the good things you've got Think while you still have me! Move while you still see me! You'll be lost, you'll be so, so sorry when I'm gone Sleep and I shall soothe you, calm you and anoint you Myrrh for your hot forehead Then you'll feel Everything's alright, yes, everything's fine And it's cool and the ointment's sweet For the fire in your head and feet Close your eyes, close your eyes, and relax Think of nothing tonight (Close your eyes, close your eyes, and relax) (Think of nothing tonight) Close your eyes, close your eyes, and relax (Everything's alright, yes, everything's alright, yes) Think of nothing tonight (Close your eyes, close your eyes, and relax) (Think of nothing tonight)
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Written by: Andrew Lloyd Webber, Tim Rice
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13 facts about this song
ComposerThe song "Everything's Alright" was composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, who is one of the most successful composer in the field of musical theatre.
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MusicalIt is a part of the musical "Jesus Christ Superstar", which was first premiered on Broadway in 1971. This is one of the most famous musicals written by Andrew Lloyd Webber.
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ThemeThe lyrics of "Everything's Alright" are essentially a dialogue between the characters Mary Magdalene, Jesus, and Judas.
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Original PerformersThe original characters who performed this song were Yvonne Elliman as Mary Magdalene, Ian Gillan as Jesus, and Murray Head as Judas.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a successful single, reaching number 92 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Soundtrack Album"Everything's Alright" forms part of the "Jesus Christ Superstar" 2-LP soundtrack album recorded by the original cast in 1970.
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Revival PerformancesSeveral revival performances of the musical featured this song, maintaining its popularity over many years.
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LyricistThe lyrics for "Everything's Alright" were written by Tim Rice, who regularly collaborated with Andrew Lloyd Webber.
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StructureThe song uses a reprise structure, with the chorus melody being repeated several times throughout the piece, creating dramatic tension.
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AwardsAndrew Lloyd Webber won the Drama Desk Award for Most Promising Composer for his work on "Jesus Christ Superstar", which includes "Everything’s Alright".
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists have covered "Everything's Alright", including Helen Reddy, whose cover peaked at 13 on Billboard's Easy Listening chart.
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InfluenceThe song has been cited as a major influence by various learning musicians and composers for its melding of rock and orchestral styles.
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Film Adaptations"Everything's Alright" is also included in the film adaptations of the musical, adding to its popularity and reach.
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