It is very much worth noting that Calloway's "one-hit" wonder status only came after they had been members and music producers of the very successful 1980's soul ensemble, Midnight Star. Their hits with Midnight Star are numerous including NO PARKING ON THE DANCE FLOOR and HEADLINES, to name only two. The group Midnight Star had several gold and platinum albums during the 80's.
After the duo's recording career dried up, they became successful record producers.
I Wanna Be Rich
Calloway Lyrics
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Woa, woa.
Big bill collecters, the ring my phone,
they bother me when I'm not at home.
Ain't got no time to be fooling 'found,
feet hit the floor then I get on down.
lot's and lot's of money.
I want the pie in the sky,
I want lot's and lot's of money,
so don't be asking my why.
I wanna be rich, oh,
I wanna be rich, oh,
I wanna be rich, oh,
I wanna be rich ,
for a little love, peace and happiness.
I want my cake, wanna eat it too,
I want the stars, the silver moon.
I spend my money on lottery,
my fav'rite number is one, two, three.
You see I want money,
lot's and lot's of money.
I want the pie in the sky,
I want lot's and lot's of money,
so don't be asking my why.
I wanna be rich, oh,
I wanna be rich, oh,
I wanna be rich, oh,
I wanna be rich ,
for a little love, peace and happiness.
Everywhere rich.
Love, peace and happiness.
I want all the things that lovers do,
a pocketful of dreams come true.
Even things you can not find,
won't you find the time to keep you satisfied.
I'm rich!
rich
You see I want money,
lot's and lot's of money.
I want the pie in the sky,
I want lot's and lot's of money,
so don't be asking my why.
I wanna be rich, oh,
I wanna be rich, oh,
I wanna be rich, oh,
I wanna be rich ,
for a little love, peace and happiness.
The lyrics to Calloway's "I Wanna Be Rich" reflect a common desire for financial success and the good life. The opening lines speak to the frustration of bill collectors constantly calling and interrupting one's daily routine, emphasizing the importance of financial stability. This is followed by the repeated refrain "I want lot's and lot's of money", which emphasizes the desire for not just a comfortable life, but an extremely rich one, symbolized by the "pie in the sky". The song further includes a desire for true love and happiness, not just superficial pleasures that money can buy.
Another notable aspect of the lyrics is the emphasis on luck, as seen in the lines "I spend my money on lottery" and "a pocketful of dreams come true". The song highlights a desire to have it all, from material possessions to true love, all while enjoying the freedom and ease that financial success provides.
Overall, "I Wanna Be Rich" is a catchy and upbeat song that reflects the aspirational desires of many, while also acknowledging that true happiness cannot come from material possessions alone.
Line by Line Meaning
Big bill collecters, the ring my phone, they bother me when I'm not at home.
Debt collectors call me constantly, even when I'm not around, which is stressful and frustrating.
Ain't got no time to be fooling 'round, feet hit the floor then I get on down.
I'm too busy to waste time, I need to get up and start my day as soon as possible.
I want the pie in the sky, I want lot's and lot's of money, so don't be asking my why.
I have big dreams and want to be rich without having to explain myself to others.
I wanna be rich, oh, I wanna be rich, oh, I wanna be rich, oh, I wanna be rich, for a little love, peace and happiness.
I long for wealth, and believe it will bring me the love, peace, and happiness I desire.
I want my cake, wanna eat it too, I want the stars, the silver moon.
I want everything I desire, regardless of how unrealistic or impossible it may seem.
My favorite number is one, two, three.
I believe in luck and play the lottery, hoping to get rich quick.
Everywhere rich. Love, peace and happiness.
In a society where wealth is valued, I believe that being rich will provide me with love, peace, and happiness.
I want all the things that lovers do, a pocketful of dreams come true. Even things you cannot find, won't you find the time to keep you satisfied.
I want to experience all the pleasures in life that lovers do, and have all my wildest dreams come true; I believe that wealth is the key to my satisfaction.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BELINDA LIPSCOMB, MELVIN GENTRY, REGGIE CALLOWAY, VINCENT CALLOWAY
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@ailee242
80s music make you happy.. even when you are down and not rich.
@sirime_
Hear, hear 🥂
@Kruppt808
i just get rich to buy drugs which then makes me happy af
@jayxtacee5695
80's were so uplifting
@carloswaters9937
I wish I was rich. But I know my riches will be in heaven.
@beomgyusthighsofsteel6651
this was released in the 90's
@chrisjenn99
Woke up today with this song in my head. Hadn't heard it in 25 years at least. Love it.
@karenlau9698
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@alexandernelson647
Me too. At least since the 90s.
@CADJewellerySkills
I always wondered why this band didn't have more hits. This is such a warm and uplifting pop song, they deserved more than 15 minutes of fame.