i.r.s
Angie Fisher Lyrics


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2000 bucks would save my life,
200 bucks would ease the pain,
The I.R.S. is on my case,
But I refuse to let them make me go insane.

2000 bucks would pay the rent,
200 bucks and fourteen cents.
Right about now would be enough some complement
So that I don't have to sell my instrument

I'm aware, I'm aware, I'm aware,
That pressure makes diamonds, diamonds, diamonds
My mamma told me, my mamma told me
That a girl's mouth doesn't get paid

2000 bucks would save my life,
200 bucks would ease the pain,
But I refuse, I refuse, I refuse, I refuse
To let them make me, to let them make me go insane.

I'm talking 'bout the I.R.S. (the I.R.S.)
The I.R.S. (the I.R.S.)
The I.R.S. (the I.R.S.)
The I.R.S. (the I.R.S.)
The I.R.S. (the I.R.S.)
There's only three letters




That can come and cut up this stress
The I.R.S. (the I.R.S.)

Overall Meaning

In Angie Fisher's song "The IRS", she speaks about the pressure of dealing with the IRS and the financial burden they've placed on her. She explains how a small amount of money could alleviate the stress and pain she's currently experiencing, but she refuses to let them drive her crazy. Fisher beautifully connects the metaphor of pressure making diamonds to the strength she has to push through the tough times, even when it feels impossible.


The lyrics also touch on gender inequality and the wage gap as Fisher sings, "That a girl's mouth doesn't get paid." This line highlights the struggles women face in terms of equal pay and highlights how the IRS can sometimes exacerbate these struggles.


Overall, Fisher's powerful lyrics in "The IRS" capture the struggles of many Americans dealing with financial stress due to debt and the burden of the IRS. She encourages listeners to resist letting these struggles get the better of them.


Line by Line Meaning

2000 bucks would save my life,
Having 2000 dollars would rescue me from my current situation.


200 bucks would ease the pain,
Having 200 dollars would help alleviate some of my problems.


The I.R.S. is on my case,
The Internal Revenue Service is pursuing me for unpaid taxes or other financial liability.


But I refuse to let them make me go insane.
Despite the pressure from the I.R.S, I won't let it drive me insane or make me lose control.


2000 bucks would pay the rent,
2000 dollars would pay for my rent and housing expenses.


200 bucks and fourteen cents.
200 dollars and 14 cents is the exact amount I need to overcome my current financial difficulty.


Right about now would be enough some complement
Even a small amount of money at this time would be enough to complement or add to what I currently have.


So that I don't have to sell my instrument
With adequate funds, I won't have to sell my musical instrument to make ends meet.


I'm aware, I'm aware, I'm aware,
I am fully conscious or cognizant of my situation.


That pressure makes diamonds, diamonds, diamonds
Intense, stressful situations can bring out the best or most valuable aspects of a person or situation.


My mamma told me, my mamma told me
My mother taught me, or advised me on this principle.


That a girl's mouth doesn't get paid
Speaking up or arguing won't bring in any money or solve my financial problems.


But I refuse, I refuse, I refuse, I refuse
I will not let the I.R.S. ruin my mental or emotional state.


To let them make me, to let them make me go insane.
I won't let the I.R.S. push me to the point of becoming mentally unwell or losing control.


I'm talking 'bout the I.R.S. (the I.R.S.)
I am referring to the Internal Revenue Service in this song.


The I.R.S. (the I.R.S.)
The Internal Revenue Service, an agency of the U.S. federal government responsible for tax collection and enforcement.


There's only three letters
The acronym for Internal Revenue Service is comprised of only three letters, 'I', 'R', and 'S'.


That can come and cut up this stress
The power of the I.R.S. can cause intense stress in people dealing with financial difficulties or tax issues.


The I.R.S. (the I.R.S.)
The Internal Revenue Service, repeatedly mentioned in this song.




Lyrics © O/B/O CAPASSO
Written by: Anthony Charles Williams, Curtis Larson Wilson, Rochad Holiday

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Dream Chaser57

Tony Talks recent skit brought me over. Such an underrated vocal. Never heard of this song until today. Did her label fail her? Someone needs to be held accountable

Thobile's experience

Me too😁

Nnodi Reginald

Same😄

JesusPulledMeThrough

Hi new friends

CK

same here ☺️

rabbitman

Yep love it

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Natasha Green

I got here via Tony Talks👌..this sista ain't no joke.....she can SANG to the core of her soul 💯💥💥💥....IM LOVING THIS SONG ❣️

Official Angie Fisher

Thank you

BeOneWithHigherSelf

This song blew my wig right off! ... What an incredible voice!

Official Angie Fisher

nlesta1 thank you so much

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