Everything But The Girl - When All's Well

“When All's Well” — Everything But The Girl

Musical Style
“When All's Well” , released in 1985 on the album “Love Not Money” , is an energetic pop song that reflects Everything But The Girl's signature sound of the period. The song combines a sparkling pop melody with a subtle mix of folk and indie influences. Tracey Thorn's vocals are clear and direct, while Ben Watt's guitar playing drives the song. The uptempo rhythm and catchy choruses provide a positive, hopeful sound, despite the deeper emotional undertones in the text.

Text and Theme
The text of “When All's Well” seems to send an optimistic message about life, but between the lines, there are also concerns and uncertainties. The song is about perseverance, resilience and finding hope in difficult times. The title refers to when everything is good, but the underlying message suggests that life is often far from perfect, and that you have to fight through the challenges to get there.

Success and Influence
The song became a modest hit and was part of Everything But The Girl's early rise in the British music world. While it wasn't their biggest commercial success, “When All's Well” remained a favorite among fans. The album “Love Not Money” marked a period in which the band incorporated both social commentary and personal themes into their music.

Cultural Impact
This song showed Everything But The Girl as a duo that knew how to bring depth musically and lyrically. Their unique blend of pop, folk, and indie endeared them to the alternative music circuit of the '80s, and this song added to their reputation as versatile artists who could incorporate a wide range of emotions into their work.