Every Little Thing

Jeff Lynne

About Every Little Thing

"Every Little Thing" is a song by Jeff Lynne release as a lead single from his first solo album Armchair Theatre. The single was released on 12" and CD and featured an extended version of the song and non-album track "I'm Gone". Fellow Traveling Wilburys members George Harrison and Tom Petty made cameo appearances in the Meiert Avis–directed music video that received rotation on VH1 at the time. "Every Little Thing" became a minor hit in the UK (number 59) and charted at number 9 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Tracks chart in the US. It also charted at number 24 in Australia. 


Year:
1990
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If your heart could talk I wonder what it would tell me
If your mind could walk would it bring me a love never ending
Yes, I've got to know
I've got to know
No secrets anymore
You've got to tell me

All your days have gone a goin' to a go-go
Now the time has come, is it gonna be a no no, no no
I've got to know
I've got to know
No secrets anymore
You've got to tell me

Tell me every little thing that makes you happy, Oh oh oh
Every little thing that makes you glad
All of the secrets that you hide I got to know
Whoa, every little thing

You've gotta stop all your reservations
Am I for the chop or is it celebrations?
Yes, I've got to know
I've got to know
No secrets anymore
You've got to tell me

Tell me every little thing that makes you happy, Oh oh oh
Every little thing that makes you glad
All of the secrets that you hide I got to know
Whoa, every little thing

Tell me every little thing
Every little thing 

Tell me every little thing that makes you happy, Oh oh oh
Every little thing that makes you glad
All of the secrets that you hide I got to know
Whoa, every little thing

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Jeff Lynne

Jeffrey "Jeff" Lynne (born 30 December 1947) is an English songwriter, composer, arranger, singer, multi-instrumentalist, and record producer who gained fame as the leader and sole constant member of Electric Light Orchestra. He was later a co-founder and member of the Traveling Wilburys together with George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, and Tom Petty. Lynne has produced recordings for artists such as The Beatles, Brian Wilson, Roy Orbison, Dave Edmunds, Del Shannon and Tom Petty. He has co-written songs with Petty and also with George Harrison, whose 1987 album Cloud Nine was co-produced by Lynne and Harrison. Among the many compositions to his credit are such well-known hits as "Livin' Thing", "Evil Woman", "Turn to Stone", "Do Ya", "Xanadu", "Strange M… more »

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Written by: Jeff Lynne, Warren Moore, Smokey Robinson, William Robinson Jr., Robert Rogers, Marvin Tarplin

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Every Little Thing" is a song in the genre of pop-rock and testament to Jeff Lynne's rich musical influences.
Album Inclusion
The song is a part of Jeff Lynne's debut solo album "Armchair Theatre" which was released in 1990.
Musical Elite Collaboration
The song features the iconic Beatles' member George Harrison on guitar, showing a strong bond among the notable musicians of that time.
Chart Performance
"Every Little Thing" did well on the charts. It reached the 59th spot on the UK Singles Chart and made an impression in the United States as well, peaking at number 9 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
Remastered Re-release
The song, along with its parent album "Armchair Theatre" was re-released in remastered format in 2013.
Producer
Jeff Lynne, also known for his work as a producer for bands like Electric Light Orchestra (ELO), Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, and the Beatles, self-produced "Every Little Thing."
Instrumentation
The song is known for its rich instrumental layering, featuring guitars, drums, keyboards, and Lynne's distinct multi-layered vocals.
Cover Versions
"Every Little Thing" has been covered by other artists, including Randy Newman, due to its catchy melody and lyrical profundity.
Unique Music Video
The music video of the song is noted for its distinct stop-motion animation technique, which was popular during the time of its release.
Critical Reception
While "Every Little Thing" was not a massive commercial hit, it received positive reviews from music critics for its harmonious blend of pop-rock instrumentation and elaborate musicality.

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