Born Christopher Dotson on October 21, 1989, the Toledo, Ohio native moved to Minneapolis, MN at the age of 10, later attending the High School for Recording Arts before graduating at the age of 17 in 2007.
After posting music on numerous blog sites Chrishan was discovered in 2008 by current business manager Delmar Powell (Universal Motown), later to form Hit Republic Music LLC. Chrishan released his debut single "2 Late 4 Us" independently in 2008, selling 4500 copies the first week, followed by an independent album in 2009.
Later that year, Chrishan began writing in-house for Atlantic Records, and signed a major licensing deal with MTV Networks & Viacom. Shortly thereafter, he was featured on MTV's 'Taking The Stage' 14 times, as well as other major networks, thus signing to Star Base Music, a major record label based in Japan.
Chrishan released his Japan debut, "Heart Of A Lion," in May 2011 which charted at #3 championed by 3 Top 10 singles including "Olly Olly" feat. Krys Ivory, "Here On Earth" feat. Che'Nelle, & "Hold On", a Japan relief song which charted #1.
Since the release of his album, Chrishan's "Do It Better" was featured in the MTV movie "Worst. Prom. Ever." and VH1's "Single Ladies." Chrishan is set to release his new mixtape "Money & Liquor" this June. and his third LP in September.
Money & Pearls
Chrishan Lyrics
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[Intro]
And though I love the thrill of it all
I need somebody I'll never call
[Verse 1]
Yeah, love just ain't a factor nowadays
Diamonds on my neck and wrist, it's okay
Still don't mean a thing if I'm lonely
And I'm still out here searching like I'm homeless
But I'm still putting on for the city
Still looking for a love that's fitting
Now what's money without somebody you can share it with
And what's love with nobody there to cherish it?
[Chorus]
Money and pearls ain't all that this world needs
I need someone that's real and not in love with greed
And though I love the thrill of it all
I need somebody I'll never call
[Verse 2]
Yeah, lately I've been feeling like it's all a chase
Running after dreams that I can't replace
Can't focus on the things that really matter
Like somebody who can make my heart patter
But I'm still putting on for the city
Still looking for a love that's fitting
Now what's money without somebody you can share it with
And what's love with nobody there to cherish it?
[Chorus]
Money and pearls ain't all that this world needs
I need someone that's real and not in love with greed
And though I love the thrill of it all
I need somebody I'll never call
[Bridge]
Whoa-oh-oh
Whoa-oh-oh
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
Whoa-oh-oh-oh
[Chorus]
Money and pearls ain't all that this world needs
I need someone that's real and not in love with greed
And though I love the thrill of it all
I need somebody I'll never call
"Money & Pearls" by Chrishan is an emotionally charged song that delves into the complexities of love and money, and how they can seem to interconnect but ultimately, they are not mutually exclusive. Chrishan starts off the song by saying that love ain't a factor nowadays and that being rich with diamonds on his neck and wrist doesn't make him happy in the absence of love. Even though he's still putting on for the city, his need for a loving and lasting relationship outweighs all of the materialistic things in his life. In the chorus, he emphasizes that money and pearls aren't all that the world needs and that he requires someone real and not in love with greed. He still loves the thrill of everything but he requires a partner and not just someone to pass the time with.
The song's lyrics highlight the importance of having real connections with people, rather than just being focused on material things. Chrishan uses his introspective melodic style and delivers the lyrics in an emotional way that is both heartfelt and authentic. He is honest about his struggles and how much he needs someone to complete him, rather than just wealth and fame.
Line by Line Meaning
Money & Pearls, Money & Pearls
The importance of wealth and luxury
Its all I want in this world, in this world
The singer's singular focus on accumulating wealth and luxury
I won't settle for less, won't settle for less
The determination to gain as much wealth and luxury as possible, and not accept anything less
Money & Pearls, Money & Pearls
Reiteration of the importance of wealth and luxury
I'ma get it by any means, any means
The willingness to achieve success, even if it means doing questionable or unethical things
Sellin' my soul, sellin' my soul
The singer is willing to compromise their values and morals in order to acquire wealth and luxury
I'll do whatever it takes, whatever it takes
The determination to acquire wealth and luxury is unwavering, and the singer is willing to make any sacrifices necessary
Money & Pearls, Money & Pearls
Reiteration of the importance of wealth and luxury
Money all around me, money all around me
The artist is surrounded by wealth and luxury, and it is all they can see
Diamonds on my neck, diamonds on my neck
The artist is adorned with luxurious jewelry, further emphasizing their wealth
I can't ever go broke again, go broke again
The fear of losing wealth and returning to a state of poverty fuels the singer's desire to acquire wealth and luxury
Money & Pearls, Money & Pearls
Reiteration of the importance of wealth and luxury
I'll go to the ends of the earth for this shit, the earth for this shit
The singer is willing to go to great lengths and make significant sacrifices in order to attain wealth and luxury
Money & Pearls, Money & Pearls
Reiteration of the importance of wealth and luxury
It's all I need to survive, to survive
The singer views wealth and luxury as essential components of their survival and well-being
Money & Pearls, Money & Pearls
Final reiteration of the importance of wealth and luxury
Contributed by Eliana M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Vaughn-Howard Black
this song is kool i now i will have this experience when i get older because being rich bring these things