Everybody Gets To Play
Bear Quartet · My War [2000]
Didn't eat that much
Packed the bag
Extra pair of socks
Looked round the hall
Always do to make sure
Nothing is left
Forgotten on the floor
Said see you
Walked to the gymnasium
With Marie, pointgard
And Ann, centre or forward
Saw the lights blink and come on
The hoops glide down
Waited for the others
With the coach, the thief-smoker
Here our team
The opponents and their parents
Got beaten again
But with less than ten
Getting there,
Next time we'll demolish them
And the referee, just couldn't see
And the referee, just couldn't see
It's so cold
The hair will freeze
Snow squeek under feet
Alone the last bit home
It's the chilliest moment
Everybody Gets To Play
Released on the 2000 album My War, "Everybody Gets To Play" by Bear Quartet stands as a defining track of the indie pop and art rock landscape of the early 2000s. The song exemplifies the band's signature style, blending melodic sensibilities with a distinct, often quirky vocal delivery that became a hallmark of their discography. As part of their broader body of work from that era, the recording captures the specific energy and aesthetic of the time, contributing to the group's reputation for creating unique, emotionally resonant music that bridged the gap between mainstream appeal and underground credibility. The track remains a notable song in their catalogue, reflecting the collaborative spirit and creative direction that Bear Quartet brought to their recordings during their active years.