Epic 2022 Live Rendition Of “Everybody Wants To Rule The World” By Tears For Fears
When it comes to the music industry of the 1980s, you might remember the band Tears For Fears. At that time, the British band became one of the era’s defining sounds, especially with their hit “Everybody Wants to Rule the World.” Released in 1985, this track quickly shot to the top of charts worldwide. Nearly 40 years later, it’s a favorite at their shows.
In 2022, Tears For Fears’ rendition of this song shows that their passion and skill are as strong as ever, proving the song’s lasting appeal and the band’s resilience in music history.
Curt Smith’s vocals are as lively as they were on the original track and Roland Orzabal brings flair and vibrance to his guitar solo mid-song.
While Smith and Orzabal make up the heart of the duo, their live performance is elevated by a skilled band that rounds out the experience. The drummer seamlessly handles the song’s complex rhythms, and the keyboardist captures those warm, memorable synth melodies with impressive authenticity,
“A timeless classic that will echo across time forever,” said one particularly eloquent viewer after watching the performance.”
The video of their performance has attracted nearly 13 million view times. Keep scrolling to its comments, you can see countless compliments.
A fan commented, “Just listen to them…they sound exactly like the official recording nearly 40 years ago…no lip singing, no special effects, no computers, just raw talent. I feel so fortunate and grateful to be part of a generation who grew up listening to this wonderful music.”
Another chimed in, “They still sound great and I personally think the 80’s was the best time for music and so many classic songs and bands/ artists are still going strong.”
