Song

Everybody Wants to Rule the World

by Tears for Fears

Everybody Wants to Rule the World is a 1985 song by Tears for Fears, 4:11 long, which peaked at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the Location song themes.

#1 hit Karaoke favorite

Released 1985 Hot 100 peak #1 · 24 weeks Length 4:11 Pop-Rock, Synth-Pop, New Wave

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Performance tips

• Maintain a smooth, rhythmic vocal bounce against the driving 12/8 shuffle
• Deliver the melodic "Welcome to your life" lines with a bright, airy tone
• Keep the energy steady and polished throughout the performance

In these themes

• 📍Location"World"

Karaoke versions

There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its most-sung songs.

• Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" karaoke

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• Shout1984 · 6:31
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