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Cale Lyrics
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Money talks, says strange things
Money talks very loudly
You'd be surprised the friends
You can buy with small change
They say it's the root of all evil
They say gold is the king
Money talks, you'd better believe it
Rich people, hear those pockets jingle
Spare change, hear the down-and-outers cry
Money talks, tip-toe up behind you
Steal what they can,
Off the cuff or on the sly
Money talks
Money talks
Money talks
Money talks
In the song "Money Talks" by J.J Cale, he highlights the power and influence of money both in society and personal relationships. The song begins by stating how money tells a story and says strange things, indicating how money can be used to manipulate or deceive others. Cale emphasizes the idea that money is a powerful tool that can open many doors, allowing individuals to buy the friends they desire regardless of the amount of money they have. However, he also acknowledges the negative connotations that surround money, as it is often viewed as the root of all evil.
The song further explores the different ways that money affects people's behavior, whether it be the rich jingling their pockets or the poor begging for spare change. Cale highlights the potential dangers of money, pointing out how some people may resort to stealing or other criminal activities to acquire it. Overall, the song acknowledges the pervasive influence of money in our world, both for better and for worse.
Line by Line Meaning
Money talks, it'll tell you a story
Money has a story to tell, and it is easy to hear when you have it.
Money talks, says strange things
Money can lead to strange behaviors and decisions.
Money talks very loudly
Money has a powerful influence that can't be ignored.
You'd be surprised the friends
You can buy with small change
Even a small amount of money can help someone with few friends buy companionship.
They say it's the root of all evil
It is often said that money is the cause of many problems and bad motivations.
They say gold is the king
Many people consider gold to be the ultimate symbol of wealth and success.
Money talks, you'd better believe it
All that gold don't mean a thing
Money can be incredibly persuasive, but the accumulation of wealth is ultimately meaningless.
Rich people, hear those pockets jingle
Spare change, hear the down-and-outers cry
The sound of money can have vastly different meanings to those with different financial situations.
Money talks, tip-toe up behind you
Steal what they can,
Off the cuff or on the sly
The allure of money can tempt people to do whatever it takes to get their hands on it, even if it means stealing or cheating.
Money talks
Money talks
Money talks
Money talks
The phrase 'money talks' is a recurring theme throughout the song, emphasizing the power and influence that money can have.
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Written by: CHRISTINE MARIE LAKELAND, J.J. CALE
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