“EVERYDAY PEOPLE” by SLY & THE FAMILY STONE
Welcome to Day 18 of BLACK HISTORY MONTH, featuring some of the greatest songs ever released by black artists. Today’s song, “Everyday People”, was recorded by early funk sensation, Sly and the Family Stone.
The lyrics within convey a message of unity and acceptance, promoting the idea that (despite our differences) people should come together and treat each other with love and respect. The song addresses issues of race, class, and individuality (emphasizing the importance of embracing diversity).
On this very day, February 18th 1969, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. As Black History month marches on, here’s SLY & THE FAMILY STONE with “EVERYDAY PEOPLE”…