10 Best Songs With The Word ‘Everything’ In The Title

10 Best Songs With The Word 'Everything' In The Title

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This list brings together ten memorable tracks where “everything” takes center stage, each offering a distinct perspective within the genre.

Jethro Tull’s “A Time for Everything?” blends progressive rock with folk influences, highlighting the band’s signature approach to introspective storytelling. Bread’s “Everything I Own” resonates as a heartfelt ballad of love and loss, showcasing David Gates’ smooth, emotive vocal style. Cyndi Lauper’s “Money Changes Everything” delivers a sharp new wave edge, reflecting on how relationships shift when finances come into play. Bryan Adams’ “(Everything I Do) I Do It for You” epitomizes the power ballad, blending earnest lyricism with a sweeping rock arrangement. Sammy Hagar’s “I’ve Done Everything for You” pulses with rock bravado, channeling frustration into a high-energy performance.

Stevie Wonder’s “Uptight (Everything’s Alright)” marks a turning point in his career, fusing soul and pop into an infectious groove. The Mojos’ “Everything’s Alright” bursts with Merseybeat vibrancy, driven by its upbeat tempo and catchy hooks. Mountain’s rendition of “Everything Is Broken” reinvents Bob Dylan’s original with gritty, hard rock intensity. The Kinks’ “She’s Got Everything” captures the band’s early rock sound, brimming with raw energy and charm. Finally, Nina Simone’s “Everything Must Change” is a poignant meditation on life’s inevitabilities, delivered with her unparalleled depth and vocal warmth.

# 10 – A Time for Everything – Jethro Tull

Jethro Tull’s “A Time for Everything?” from the album Benefit (1970) was recorded between September 1969 and February 1970 at Morgan Studios in London. The track features Ian Anderson on vocals, flute, and acoustic guitar; Martin Barre on electric guitar; Glenn Cornick on bass guitar; Clive Bunker on drums; and John Evan on piano. The album was produced by Ian Anderson and Terry Ellis. Benefit reached number three on the UK Albums Chart and number eleven on the Billboard 200.

# 9 – Money Changes Everything – Cyndi Lauper

At number nine, we turn to Lauper’s great rocker “Money Changes Everything.” This has always been my favorite Cyndi Lauper song. It’s got such a great punk rock vibe.Cyndi Lauper’s “Money Changes Everything” was recorded in 1983 and released as part of her debut album She’s So Unusual. The song, originally written by Tom Gray and first recorded by The Brains in 1978, was produced by Rick Chertoff and recorded at Record Plant Studios in New York City.

The lineup for this track included Cyndi Lauper on vocals, featured soon to be Hooters’ Rob Hyman on keyboards and Eric Bazilian on guitar, with Anton Fig on drums, and William Wittman on bass. Released as the fifth single from the album in 1984, “Money Changes Everything” charted at number 27 on the Billboard Hot 100.

# 8 – (Everything I Do) I Do It For You – Bryan Adams

Bryan Adams’ “(Everything I Do) I Do It for You” was recorded in 1991 at the Battery Studios in London and released as part of the album Waking Up the Neighbours. The song was co-written by Bryan Adams, Michael Kamen, and Robert John “Mutt” Lange, with production handled by Adams and Lange. Musicians on the track include Bryan Adams on vocals and guitar, Keith Scott on guitar, Dave Taylor on bass, Mickey Curry on drums, and Larry Klein on keyboards.

Originally featured on the soundtrack of the film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, the song became a global hit, topping the charts in 30 countries, including a record-breaking 16 consecutive weeks at number one on the UK Singles Chart and seven weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. The song’s sweeping ballad style, driven by Adams’ emotional vocals and the song’s orchestral arrangement, made it one of the most successful singles of all time and earned a Grammy Award for Best Song Written Specifically for a Motion Picture or Television.

# 7 – I’ve Done Everything For You – Sammy Hagar

I’m sorry, Rick. You did a great job, and of course, the song was a smash hit, but we are going to go with Sammy’s version. Sammy Hagar’s “I’ve Done Everything for You” was recorded in 1978 and released on his live album All Night Long in 1979. The track was written by Hagar himself and produced by John Carter. Recorded during Hagar’s 1978 tour, the live version features Hagar on vocals and guitar, Bill Church on bass, Alan Fitzgerald on keyboards, Gary Pihl on guitar, and David Lauser on drums. The song later gained significant popularity when covered by Rick Springfield in 1981, reaching number eight on the Billboard Hot 100.

# 6 – Uptight (Everything’s Alright) – Stevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder’s “Uptight (Everything’s Alright)” was recorded in 1965 at Hitsville U.S.A. (Studio A) in Detroit, Michigan, and released as a single by Motown’s Tamla label in November 1965. The song was co-written by Stevie Wonder, Sylvia Moy, and Henry Cosby, with production handled by Moy and Cosby. The track features Wonder on lead vocals and harmonica, accompanied by the Funk Brothers, Motown’s legendary house band, who provided the instrumental backing. “Uptight (Everything’s Alright)” marked a turning point in Wonder’s career, becoming his first major hit since his early success with “Fingertips.”

The song’s upbeat, driving rhythm and Wonder’s exuberant vocal performance captured audiences, propelling it to number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Billboard R&B Singles chart. Critically acclaimed for its vibrant energy and the maturity of Wonder’s vocal delivery, the song established him as a prominent voice in the Motown stable and set the stage for his evolution as a songwriter and performer.

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# 5 – Everything’s Alright – The Mojos

The Mojos’ “Everything’s Alright” was recorded in 1964 and released as a single on Decca Records. The song was written by the band’s lead vocalist, Stuart James, and was produced by Tony Hatch. The Mojos, a Merseybeat group from Liverpool, featured Stuart James on vocals, Terry O’Toole on keyboards, Keith Karlson on bass, Nicky Crouch on guitar, and Aynsley Dunbar on drums. “Everything’s Alright” became the band’s most successful single, reaching number nine on the UK Singles Chart.

The song’s high-energy beat and catchy melody made it a quintessential example of the Merseybeat sound, characterized by its upbeat rhythm and infectious chorus. Despite the band’s short-lived chart success, “Everything’s Alright” remains their most memorable track, capturing the raw spirit of British rock during the early 1960s.

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# 4 – Everything Is Broken – Mountain

Mountain’s cover of “Everything Is Broken” was recorded in 2007 and released as part of the album Masters of War. The song, originally written and recorded by Bob Dylan in 1989, was reinterpreted by Mountain as part of their tribute to Dylan’s work. The album was produced by Leslie West and Corky Laing and recorded at various studios, including Levon Helm Studios in Woodstock, New York.

The lineup for this track featured Leslie West on guitar and vocals, Corky Laing on drums, and Richie Scarlet on bass. Known for its gritty, hard rock sound, Mountain’s version of “Everything Is Broken” delivers a heavier, more distorted take compared to Dylan’s blues-rock original, maintaining the song’s sense of disillusionment while infusing it with the band’s signature style. Though not released as a single, the track contributed to the album’s critical reception, with Masters of War noted for its raw and powerful interpretations of Dylan’s protest songs.

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# 3 – Everything Must Change – Nina Simone

If this one doesn’t hit you hard, then you’re just not listening. Nina Simone’s “Everything Must Change” was recorded in 1978 as part of her album Baltimore, produced by Creed Taylor and recorded at CTI Records in New York City. The song, written by Benard Ighner, features Simone on vocals and piano, with arrangements that blend jazz, soul, and pop elements. The album’s musicians include Eric Gale on guitar, Gary King on bass, Steve Gadd on drums, and David Matthews as the arranger and conductor. “Everything Must Change” stands out for its melancholic yet hopeful tone, reflecting on the inevitability of change and life’s cyclical nature.

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# 2 – She’s Got Everything – The Kinks

Don’t you just love that guitar sound and iconic chord changes that The Kinks were so famous for. The Kinks’ “She’s Got Everything” was recorded in February 1966 at Pye Studios in London and was produced by Shel Talmy. Written by Ray Davies, the song features the classic Kinks lineup with Ray Davies on vocals and rhythm guitar, Dave Davies on lead guitar and backing vocals, Pete Quaife on bass, and Mick Avory on drums. Initially recorded during the sessions for the album Face to Face, the track was not released until 1968 as the B-side to the single “Days.”

# 1 – Everything I Own – Bread

We had no choice but to close that list out with this tear-jerker by Bread. “Everything I Own” was recorded in 1972 and released as part of the album Baby I’m-a Want You. The song was written by David Gates, who also performed lead vocals and played guitar, piano, and bass. The band’s lineup for the track included James Griffin on guitar and vocals, Robb Royer on bass and guitar, and Mike Botts on drums. The album was produced by David Gates and recorded at Elektra Sound Recorders in Los Angeles. Upon its release, “Everything I Own” became a significant hit, reaching number five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number 32 on the UK Singles Chart. The song’s soft rock balladry and emotional lyrics resonated widely, solidifying Bread’s reputation for crafting melodic and heartfelt songs during the early 1970s.

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