Everybody Wants You
Billy Squier
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I get up, I run through the world like a fire Heat it up; I swim in the flames of desire Chase it if you care, take it if you dare; it's there in the Air Answer to the gun, dance in the sun; run, boy, run Run for your life; you're movin' on and on The art of survival is turnin' me on And I'll be chasin' it all night long (Don't ya wanna live?) I get out, I roam through the streets like a tiger Let it out; I swing like a bird on a wire Everywhere you go, everybody knows, oh, don't ya know Everything you do, anybody new, they're all on to you Fight for your life, turn it all around The art of survival isn't gettin' me down And I'll be chasin' it all night long (Don't ya wanna live?)
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Written by: MICHAEL R HARPER, WILLIAM GRIFFIN
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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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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