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"Everybody" is the debut single by American singer Madonna from her eponymous debut studio album Madonna (1983). It was released on October 6, 1982, by the Sire label as her debut single. Madonna had recorded a demo of the song with Steve Bray. She urged DJ Mark Kamins, who played at her dance club, to play it. He was impressed by the song and took her to Sire Records, who signed her for a two-song deal. However, after the recording of the two singles was over, Sire executive Michael Rosenblatt was not interested in the other song produced and decided to release only "Everybody". By incorporating R&B infused beats in the music and not including her image on the cover artwork, marketing for the song gave the impression of Madonna as a black artist. That impression did not last long as Madonna would later convince Sire executives to shoot a music video for the song. The low-budget video directed by Ed Steinberg showed Madonna and her friends in a club singing and dancing to the song. The video helped to further promote the song and Madonna as an artist.more »
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I know you've been waiting Yeah I've been watching you Yeah I know you want to get up Yeah come on [Chorus:]Everybody come on dance and sing Everybody get up and do your thing Let the music take control Find a groove and let yourself go When the room begins to sway You know what I'm trying to say... Come on take a chance Get up and start the dance Let the D.J. shake you Let the music take you [Chorus:]Let your body take a ride Feel the beat and step inside Music makes the world go 'round You can turn you troubles upside down... Gonna have to change your mind Gonna leave your troubles behind Your body gets the notion When your feet can make the motion [Chorus:]Dance and sing get up and do your thing Dance and sing get up and do your thing [Chorus:]Everybody come on, everybody you can do your thing
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Madonna
Madonna (born Madonna Louise Ciccone /tʃɪˈkoʊneɪ/ chi-KOH-nay; August 16, 1958) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, director, dancer and entrepreneur. She has sold more than 300 million records worldwide and is recognized as the best-selling female recording artist of all time by Guinness World Records. Considered to be one of the "25 Most Powerful Women of the Past Century" by Time for being an influential figure in contemporary music, she is known for continuously reinventing both her music and image, and for retaining a standard of autonomy within the recording industry. Critics have praised her diverse musical productions which have also been known to induce controversy. more »
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Written by: Madonna Ciccone
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Launch Pad Song"Everybody" is notable because it marked Madonna's debut as a recording artist. Released in 1982, it launched the career that would later earn her the title "Queen of Pop." |
TrendsetterThe song featured an early-80s club sound that was uniquely innovative at the time of its release. With 'Everybody,' Madonna marked her territory as a dance pop icon, setting the stage for her future hits that would more fully develop this sound. |
Genre FusionMadonna combined pop with elements of disco, R&B, and funk genres in "Everybody." This fusion became a significant aspect of her signature style. |
MultitalentedBesides singing on the track, Madonna also wrote and co-produced "Everybody." |
Commercial SuccessThe song didn't just make an impression on the music industry but also on music charts. Despite not having a music video, "Everybody" reached number three on Billboard's Dance Club Songs chart. |
Deception in Album PackagingThe original 1982 vinyl release of "Everybody" is notable as it does not feature a picture of Madonna. Label executives at Sire Records decided to keep her image a mystery, leading many to believe Madonna was a black artist due to her soulful sound. |
Humble Beginnings"Everybody" was initially intended to be a B-side to a song called "Ain't No Big Deal," but record executives were so impressed by "Everybody" that they decided to release it as an A side. |
Production CompanyThe song was produced by Mark Kamins, a DJ at Danceteria, the New York City nightclub where Madonna’s early performances took place. |
Performance DebutThe first public performance of 'Everybody' was in Danceteria, the club where Madonna was discovered. |
ContinuityMadonna performed "Everybody" on her 2008/2009 Sticky and Sweet Tour. Despite more than 25 years having passed since its release, the song was modified and seamlessly included in the concert setlist, demonstrating its timeless appeal. |
InspirationThe lyrics of "Everybody" was based on Madonna's life at the time - a struggling dancer wanting everybody to dance with her. |
RecordingThe song was recorded in a basem*nt studio, Gotham Sound - a far cry from the high-end studios Madonna would come to use later in her career. |
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