Tears for Fears - 'Everybody Wants to Rule the World' Reaction! Relevant Still in Today's Climate!

Рет қаралды 37,183

Күн бұрын

"Everybody Wants to Rule the World" is a song by the British band Tears for Fears. It was released as a single in 1985 and appeared on their album "Songs from the Big Chair." The song was written by Roland Orzabal, Ian Stanley, and Chris Hughes. It became one of Tears for Fears' most popular and recognizable songs, achieving commercial success and critical acclaim.
The song features a distinctive melody, catchy chorus, and thought-provoking lyrics that touch on themes of power, ambition, and the desire for control. The lyrics suggest a sense of disillusionment with the world's state and the human pursuit of dominance and authority. Despite its contemplative themes, the song is known for its upbeat and melodic sound.
"Everybody Wants to Rule the World" reached high chart positions in multiple countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom. It remains a beloved classic from the 1980s and has been featured in various movies, TV shows, and commercials over the years. Its lasting popularity is a testament to its timeless appeal and the band's ability to create memorable music.

Пікірлер: 198

@michaellebow7420 11 ай бұрын

"Welcome to your life, there's no turning back". One of the most poignant 1st line's ever.

@robocles 11 ай бұрын

Sad that the rest of the song is just sad... the music and production are on point... but lyrically this is garbage.

@gdo3510 11 ай бұрын

@@roboclesto each their own I guess

@tony1992able 10 ай бұрын

@@robocles Lyrically bad? Umm no. That’s a horrible take. I disagree.

@thebigeasye77 9 ай бұрын

@@robocles yikes, the lyrics are amazing actually. not sure what you're listening to

@sixstanger00 9 ай бұрын

@@robocles Hmmm...agree to disagree. _"Help me make the most of freedom and pleasure, nothing ever last forever."_

@shadow7796 11 ай бұрын

Us 80's kids can't help but feel nostalgic whenever we hear them. Feels like they were featured in every one of the good movies back then.

@robocles 11 ай бұрын

Still garbage lyrics.

@MattSingh1 5 ай бұрын

*Michael Jackson loved this song so much he used it's bassline two years later in 'The Way You Make Me Feel'.*

@ChefBarb58 10 күн бұрын

VERY TRUE😊

@rogerdaly6326 11 ай бұрын

Just saw them for my fourth time on July 7th and they still sound just as good. Was lucky enough to see them in 1996 , 2010 , 2022.

@tparmenter 11 ай бұрын

Hopefulness and melancholy all rolled up into some of the most irresistible, perfect minutes of pop music of the 80’s.

@SIXX2772 11 ай бұрын

This song has become ICONIC!!

@blondieringoffire 11 ай бұрын

This is my number one favorite song in the entire world, and my family and friends know it, especially my son Patrick (26). It was also my son Gary’s favorite song. Gary committed suicide last year. For the longest time I could not listen to it, until my son Patrick found a cover with a little humor. He thought it would help me, and it did! I can now embrace this song, as well as my number two song Africa. I love you guys so much because you are real and not afraid to be yourselves!!! HUGS! 💗💜💗💜

@Mgarguemare 11 ай бұрын

My heart goes out to you. You are strong. And you still also have a wonderful son in Patrick as well.

@ryanavery8174 9 ай бұрын

this is my number one favorite song as well that and i ran

@christineremmer5514 8 ай бұрын

Lots of love from Darlington uk x

@blondieringoffire 8 ай бұрын

@@christineremmer5514 Thank you from Sacramento California HUGS! 💗💜💗💜

@zevlove612 6 ай бұрын

Sorry for your loss

@cheriemelissa 11 ай бұрын

So so good! This band was so original, their music really stood out!!!!!!!! You are right, they really don't miss!!

@PeteGeorge 11 ай бұрын

The singer, Curt Smith, was on my flight from Burbank 3 days ago. 😮😊

@randywatson8347 15 күн бұрын

That beat feels like a heartbeat that keeps going during your lifetime journey.

@mikecaetano 11 ай бұрын

"Everybody Wants to Rule the World" was a massive hit the year I graduated from high school. The class valedictorian wrote the speech he gave at our graduation around the song. Watching the video, an Interstate 10 sign flashes briefly. Given the desert terrain shown in the video, it looks to be some place near San Bernardino, California. The Exxon sign that flashes briefly shows the price of a gallon of gasoline was $1.45 at the time, probably a bit on the high side given the semi-remote location. Check out "Mad World" and "Pale Shelter" from 1983 when you can. They are on tour in the US right now. A friend saw them play in Los Angeles last week. They released a new album last year. Check out the lead single, "Break The Man", when you can.

@danielmarshall7095 11 ай бұрын

I go past this area every once in a while. The gas station is still there but is Shell and behind it is the Morongo Casino/ Cabazon Mall on the other side. One of the two dinosaurs are still there and has become the parking area for the Casino. The mountain background is still the same as the video very scenic area.

@mikecaetano 11 ай бұрын

Interesting. I doubt that casino was there back when. Tribal casinos took off in California in the nineties.

@danielmarshall7095 11 ай бұрын

@@mikecaetano No you are right. The casino back at that time wasn't there. The casino sits where the dinosaurs were shown on the video. Well at least one of them does now. The parking lot was built around it. The old exxon station is mainly original to today on the inside but is now a Shell station. The mountain view of the last part of the video is on the opposite side of the casino.

@deantait8326 20 күн бұрын

Absolutely the best song of the 80’s and even at 74, this song is in my top 25 of All Time !!! It’s just special… Check out a later live performance with strings and several backup vocals…. Even better

@sublimebeauty1 19 күн бұрын

I never get tired of listening to this song.

@davidhalley9795 8 ай бұрын

I had this playing over and over driving home after graduating college in ‘86. It brings me back and yes, very appropriate first lines for me.

@justinam7117 11 ай бұрын

One of the BEST "driving songs" ever. 🚗💨

@genny5309 11 ай бұрын

It’s on my driving playlist with Phil Collins “Take Me Home” - 2 of my favorites.

@TheDivayenta 11 ай бұрын

Great shuffle! Against a 6/8 beat! Love their baritone voices. And those layers!!!!! Great choice!

@gdo3510 11 ай бұрын

MJ loved this beat so much he stole it for one of his biggest hits

@TheDivayenta 9 ай бұрын

@@gdo3510 TWYMMF?

@dathorndike4908 6 ай бұрын

I always loved the fact that the band had two lead vocalists and they each had opportunities to sing lead on songs or just harmonize with one another. It really made them unique.

@gtplumbing2004 8 сағат бұрын

I will love this band till I die.

@A_real_Ha_So 11 ай бұрын

Just listened to a recent (2022) live version of this a bit ago and dude sounds almost identical to what he did then.

@lindasalaki9404 11 ай бұрын

Love Tears for Fears ❤ All of their songs are 🔥

@Wearmouth 6 ай бұрын

Sitting in the North East of England, raining pelting down, this son took me back to my 20 year old self. Mad World absolutely changed the way I dressed, did my hair. I met my future husband when this song came out, 35 years still married and still dance around the kitchen to this.

@kellyreiterman Ай бұрын

One of the biggest joys growing up was putting an album on the turntable, sitting down in a comfy bean bag chair, putting on those big headphones and closing my eyes. So many albums were designed to listen to songs in order. Play one side, get up, flip the album over and do it again. Music was to be savored. It wasn't the background music for multi-tasking. I'm glad you guys are enjoying the journey.

@Geoskan 8 ай бұрын

Check out their song, "Woman in Chains" featuring Oleta Adams; so beautiful!

@SteevyJ12 11 ай бұрын

It's a pleasure joining with folks who makes good music. And they share their gift of making sounds for you to be aware of the communications IN THIS PLACE...IN THIS TIME...

@victorestebansanchezmadrig6846 16 сағат бұрын

I love the 70 80 the Best music

@letitbesummer6536 5 ай бұрын

At the time I didn’t even know what this was all about. GENxer Just learning what it really means in 2024. Still relevant, more than ever 🌎 🌍

@VinzClorthokeymasterofGozer 11 ай бұрын

This is another "time and place" song. 12 years old, summer baseball, the pool, fireworks.

@xJRx77 11 ай бұрын

The quintessential 80's song!

@susanmurray7654 11 ай бұрын

I was stationed in Iraq, again. It was my birthday and in a "rec" center therecwas karaoke. I sang this song because the new batch of people that came in to rule the mission and I were on the outs. They ended kicking me out of the country...lol anyway, this song was perfect!

@terryturkington1293 19 күн бұрын

Best of the 80’s. Love it

@shelbytanner6394 5 ай бұрын

One of my fav bands and songs from them ❤

@christopherglock7239 25 күн бұрын

They were everywhere that year. The elevator the movie theater The grocery stores I mean everywhere. Beautiful Nostalgia 😊

@fuzzylogics139 11 ай бұрын

Yeah, layers.. dimensions. There are songs that can slightly pull you out of your body and put you on a little journey elsewhere. Or inwards, deeper inside. Power of music.

@michelledeangelis4956 11 ай бұрын

Saw them for a 3rd time live in Kansas City. They still sound great lives with both classics, covers, and new material.

@DoctorDeSotoTheBand 11 ай бұрын

Good comment, Fenom. Maybe you lads should start a side channel teaching us suburban white boys from Australia about all the classic hip hop! I’d be down for learning all about that. Meanwhile, I love this channel! I grew up with the songs and know them well, but it’s fun re-discovering them with y’all, and seeing your joy. Music is the best way to bond with your fellow man.

@KAOTICUPRISE 11 ай бұрын

You should do Working Hour by Tears for Fears with the dopest sax solo in a song!

@salvessen6100 11 ай бұрын

Love you guys.

@GrimrDirge 11 ай бұрын

Sewing the Seeds of Love should be your next reaction.

@alexanderellingworth8773 10 ай бұрын

Underrated band

@QuicknStraight 10 ай бұрын

This is just one of those somgs that gets you wrapped up in it every time you hear it, still, almost 40 years later. Seem them live in concert was back in 1983. Happy days!

@DorothyFarias 11 ай бұрын

For some reason there is no "Thumbs Up" reaction button. Anyway, for sure one of my favorite songs ever. Touches my heart

@arsenalmanic 11 ай бұрын

A classic !

@peterwaters8338 11 ай бұрын

tale goes M. Jackson used instrumental bed of song for ONE of his big hits; "way u make me feel"

@Dan-zb1ks 23 күн бұрын

The drummer was playing a 6/8 time signature stacotto on the base drum while playing off-beat triplets on the high hat while maintaining a basic 2 and 4 snare drum . It takes repetition to get this difficult groove down.

@pamelalee1508 9 ай бұрын

It was the 80's and they were comng to my town !...as I eagerly got ready to go..for I was set on getting me one of those fellas lol..wouldn't you know out of town relatives showed up with their new baby..😧...ahhh..so is life...I still love their music 👍💚😉...🌿🌿🌿

@heyyo6122 7 күн бұрын

on that same album " songs from the big chair " check out the songs , " I believe " and " the working hour " amazing album !!!

@nataliefrancis3438 4 ай бұрын

I have to say Thank you . You guys have some of the best reactions vids on here...so very enjoyable ,I re live my youth,especially the 80's music Thank you,thank you so much ❤❤🥰

@ironlurker 9 ай бұрын

I'm primarily an old school metalhead but I've always liked this song. I think it's one of the best Pop songs ever recorded! Glad you guys enjoyed it!

@dennisdman11 11 ай бұрын

They are still touring this year and rakeing in the bucks . There other hits are SHOUT and SEWING THE SEEDS OF LOVE .

@mckdink 8 ай бұрын

Fun Fact: The beat you hear in the beginning of this song caused the birth of Michael Jackson's "The Way You Make Me Feel" Michael loved this song so much that he sampled the beat of this song

@jabarrobbins1057 11 ай бұрын

Roland and Curt rocked it and they're still out there doing thing! Hey CoreyRoy_, OlliWoodda and Fenon202, you guys gotta explore the catalog of Full Force and The Party next!

@mikepetrimoulx933 11 ай бұрын

Great song, great group, reminds me of the topic of the live last night. My uncle had cable a few years before we did, with the corded remote like the person mentioned last night. They lived north of Detroit, we lived south of Detroit. Our cable was installed on my last day of high school in "82". We were rotten little 💩s, we would go through the neighborhood and sneak up to people's front windows and point a remote at their cable boxes through the window and change the channels or shut the TV off and laugh and laugh at the people trying to figure out what was going on 😂😂😂

@christopherglock7239 25 күн бұрын

The other singer guitar player in shout shout is a great singer too. They have many good songs.

@tommccafferty5591 5 ай бұрын

That he is driving, the Austin Healey 3000, is my favorite car of all time.

@michaelakkerman407 11 ай бұрын

A shuffle beat. Played in 4/4 time, but the high hat cymbal get an extra or two taps between beats same with the snare drum. Giving that shuffle sound. Alot of times shuffle gets mixed with swing which is in 3/4 time. Hars to explain without my kit in front of me. Thats generally it though. Extra pops on the highhats in between the beat.

@kathyrizzi8754 5 ай бұрын

I just subscribed, you guy’s play such great music. I was a teenager in the 60’s, so I love the 70’s & 80’s music also…Thank you for all the great music, so far!👍👏👏👏💙💙💙

@yeovil07 11 ай бұрын

We had some great bands and singers for such a small island. May I recommend you listen to some Level 42, a very underrated band , had a few hits in the 80s too.

@Abri412 11 ай бұрын

I always really enjoyed Level 42 and I could never quite put my finger on why. I think it was because even in the 80s, they sounded more 80s than anyone else.

@gailsimmons5270 11 ай бұрын

You should listen to their new album called Tipping Point. The best part is they kept their signature 80s sound. It’s a really good album. You all should check it out. I saw them live last year for the second time, and they were stellar. my favorite song from them is Woman In Chains🥰

@ajmmusic3961 11 ай бұрын

Tipping point is fantastic. .. Live, the songs are even better.

@blondieringoffire 11 ай бұрын

The two black guys were so random, but so right on! So did they say, Hey guys! Let’s get two awesome black men with dancing vibes,and have them get groovy in front of two old gas pumps!!!! So random, and so genius! ☮️☮️💜💜

@patticampana9458 10 ай бұрын

I have their first c.d. Yes, that's how long I've been listening to them😁. Good one guys!✌️

@brendawoodson3230 11 ай бұрын

Used to run to this song

@heavenlysonshine 11 ай бұрын

Relevant is right! More relevant than ever. Don't get me started...

@prideprejudice9825 4 ай бұрын

I saw them in concert and it was freaking AWESOME! 🎉🎉🎉

@cynthiaschultheis1660 9 күн бұрын

GREAT SONGS HAVE GREAT INTROS...WHERE YOU KNOW EXACTLY THE SONG BY INTROS👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@stevetokeley6542 10 ай бұрын

'One headline,why believe it?'

@xanajak 8 ай бұрын

This song and video is the essence of the '80s, to the bone.

@duncanhill3953 8 ай бұрын

Was working as a DJ in Switzerland at this time. Loved listening to this song

@mariolondyn50 5 ай бұрын

WHAT ABOUT : - Sowing the seeds of love , Adwice for the young at heart , Head over heels , Womans in chaince , Break it down again , Bad man's song , Elemental , Secrets ?

@pattylogsdon341 4 ай бұрын

I love seeing baby boy get into the songs. I can see the difference between hearing and listening to these songs.

@Niecy70 11 ай бұрын

You've only done three and they're all amazing! Get ready for even more amazing songs! Have so many good ones. Woman in Chains, sowing the seeds of love and many more. Love you guys❤

@ShadesByShardol 3 ай бұрын

Guys you need to seriously check out their first 2 big songs. "Pale Shelter" and "Change" were songs that you will love

@jamiemcgovern1606 3 ай бұрын

I'm 52 and every time I hear this song I'm immediately a teenager back in the 80s

@kerrihennebury7616 4 ай бұрын

There’s so many layers to this song. One of the best 80’s bands.

@newfiemom8696 Ай бұрын

I still have this Vinyl from the 80’s ❤🎵🎤

@mariebishop7357 2 ай бұрын

I like you guys take on the music. You make me really listen to music that I was familiar with, but I've never really heard it until now. Thanks for that!

@Baddiesc7gn 11 ай бұрын

MY SONGGGG, MY DUO, SOWING THE SEEDS OF LOVE IS A GREAT ALBUM TOO

@ian8241 11 ай бұрын

Love this song 🎵

@woodchucknation 11 ай бұрын

Song of the 80’s

@robertwalker1803 9 ай бұрын

They are still rocking…new album called “ Tipping Point”.

@jennhurl 11 ай бұрын

When you do "Sewing The Seeds of Love" it's important to note its a nod to the Beatles. My favorite is "Woman In Chains" its POWERFUL & they convey every emotion.

@andyyoung9463 11 ай бұрын

I was coming to recommend these two songs....awesome!

@xerxesalmighty9444 5 ай бұрын

I’m very impressed with Fenom’s music instincts. I agree. My favorite band of the 80s. Two singers, great musicians, deep lyrics, unique bridges, falsettos, harmonizing, complicated arrangements, timeless songs, unpredictable videos. Well done on this reaction fellas.

@owenboarman5259 11 ай бұрын

Gotta check out my favorite Tears for Fears track called The Hurting , and you can't go wrong with Woman in Chains .

@paltaprimo 6 ай бұрын

I know this song from 80-90s but thanks to GTA to bring this classic to all the young people

@letitbesummer6536 5 ай бұрын

Who’s GTA?

@paltaprimo 5 ай бұрын

@@letitbesummer6536 GTA (Grand Theft Auto) is an old computer videogame who used to have radio dials ingame, and that dial was full of 80's music!

@celestelittek7360 10 ай бұрын

There's a room where the light won't find you, holding hands while the walls come tumbling down...this was about fallout shelters and cold War fears...

@laurakali6522 11 ай бұрын

Sowing the Seeds of Love next please. I think you guys would like Howard Jones as well.

@fidgetyram9222 11 ай бұрын

life is ,go in ,and never let your mind dictate what happens next. just go in it will all unfold as it happens and you ! get to participate and then go home and be with love thats how we the unfased ,do our day and then you know what ? you do it again rinse repeat reward yourself and move foward

@sharokrokni5317 16 күн бұрын

Fantastic, meaningful

@especiallyleslie5052 13 күн бұрын

The amount of dopamine that I got from watching this is INSANE. Smiled through the whole thing.

@patticampana9458 10 ай бұрын

You guys are the Kings of layers✌️

@mikekeane2057 11 ай бұрын

Sowing the seed of love should be next song

@Vee1music-lover 6 ай бұрын

LOVE IT! I’m “up there” in decades and always loved this song. Used it in picture video for my daughter when she graduated from high school a few years ago years ago. Fit so well.

@jeffrubinelectronics 11 ай бұрын

First time poster, long time watcher. Love you guys, and am somewhat surprised (happily) by your reaction to Tears for Fears. They are up there. Please continue. :)

@jesusbustamante1845 11 ай бұрын

Perfect

@maha77 7 ай бұрын

EVERY SINGLE SONG FROM EVERY SINGLE ALBUM is amazing. Especially Roland's solo Tears For Fears Albums: *ELEMENTAL* and *RAOUL AND THE KINGS OF SPAIN*

@jillwanlin9558 11 ай бұрын

Enjoyed your review! I think you guys put the volume up a notch, which I appreciate. I like my music loud. 🎶 ❤Tears For Fears. Was lucky enough to see them in the 90’s.

@3RayJ3 11 ай бұрын

Those Honda three-wheel ATVs in the video, are now illegal in all federal and mo state parks. They are also illegal to sell in many areas. That's how old this video is. That is how time has changed so much. Yet this song still rocks. And I still have a Honda 110 three-wheeled in my barn. I think I'll take it out for a Wheelie now.

@patticampana9458 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for playing this song. I love this group and this song!✌️