Everything She Wants
by Wham!
What is “Everything She Wants” really about?
If you’ve ever wondered what “Everything She Wants” by Wham! is really about, you’re not alone. Let’s break it down.
In 'Everything She Wants,' Wham! explores the strains of a one-sided relationship where one partner feels they're overextending themselves financially and emotionally to satisfy the other's ever-growing demands.
So… what’s this song really about?
At its core, 'Everything She Wants' by Wham! is a poignant reflection on the imbalance often found in relationships, particularly focusing on emotional and financial sacrifices. The song's narrator expresses frustration and exhaustion from trying to meet the increasing demands of his partner, highlighted in the lyric about working hard just to provide money. It captures a sense of desperation and a quest for appreciation that's seemingly unreciprocated, sparking a debate about the sustainability of such unequal contributions. The mention of an impending child adds another layer of complexity, bringing forth themes of responsibility and the fear of being inadequate, which resonate deeply with anyone who has felt overburdened by the pressures of providing for a partner or a family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What year was 'Everything She Wants' by Wham! released?
The song was released in 1984.
Q: Did 'Everything She Wants' reach any notable chart positions?
Yes, it reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the USA.
Lyrics to “Everything She Wants”
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[Verse 2]
Some people work for a living
Some people work for fun
Girl, I just work for you
They told me marriage was a give and take
Well, you've shown me you can take, you've got some giving to do
And now you tell me that you're having my baby
I'll tell you that I'm happy if you want me to
But one step further, and my back will break
If my best isn't good enough
Then how can it be good enough for two?
[Pre-Chorus]
Uh-huh, uh-huh, oh-oh, oh-oh
Ah-ha, ah-ha, doo-doo-doo
I can't work any harder than I do (La, la, la, la-la)
Uh-huh, uh-huh, oh-oh, oh-oh
Ah-ha, ah-ha, doo-doo-doo
La, la, la, la-la
[Chorus: George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley]
Somebody tell me, oh (Won't you tell me?)
Why I work so hard for you?
(Give you money) All to give you money, oh
[Bridge]
Oh, why do, I do the things I do?
I'd tell you if I knew
My God, I don't even think that I love you (La, la, la, la-la)
Won't you tell me?
Give you money, work to give you money, oh
Work, work
Work, work
[Pre-Chorus]
La, la, la, la-la
Uh-huh, uh-huh, oh-oh, oh-oh
Ah-ha, ah-ha, doo-doo-doo
La, la, la, la-la
[Chorus]
Somebody tell me, oh (Won't you tell me?)
Why I work so hard for you?
(Give you money) All to give you money, oh
Somebody tell me (Won't you tell me?)
Why I work so hard for you?
(Give you money) All to give you money (La, la, la, la-la)
Somebody tell me (Won't you tell me?)
(Won't you tell me?) Oh please, tell me
Why I do the things that I do?
(Give you money, work to give you money)