Billionaire
Cory Monteith Kevin McHale Mark Salling & Chord Overstreet Lyrics


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I wanna be a billionaire so freakin' bad
Buy all of the things I never had
I wanna be on the cover of Forbes magazine
Smilin' next to Oprah and the Queen

Oh every time I close my eyes
I see my name in shining lights
Yeah, a different city every night oh
I swear the world better prepare for when I'm a billionaire

Yeah I would have a show like Oprah
I would be the host of, everyday Christmas
Give Artie a wish list
I'd probably pull an Angelina and Brad Pitt
And adopt a bunch of babies that ain't never had it
Give away a few Mercedes like here lady have this
And last but not least grant somebody their last wish
It's been a couple months that I've been single so
You can call me Artie Claus minus the Ho Ho
Get it, hehe, I'd probably visit where Katrina hit
And damn sure do a lot more than FEMA did
Yeah can't forget about me stupid
Everywhere I go I'ma have my own theme music

Oh every time I close my eyes
I see my name in shining lights
A different city every night oh I
I swear the world better prepare
For when I'm a billionaire
Oh ooh oh ooh for when I'm a billionaire
Oh ooh oh ooh for when I'm a billionaire

I'll be playing basketball with the President
Dunking on his delegates
Then I'll compliment him on his political etiquette
Toss a couple milli in the air just for the heck of it
But keep the fives, twentys, tens and bens completely separate
And yeah I'll be in a whole new tax bracket
We in recession but let me take a crack at it
I'll probably take whatevers left and just split it up
So everybody that I love can have a couple bucks
And not a single tummy around me would know what hungry was
Eating good sleeping soundly
I know we all have a similar dream
Go in your pocket pull out your wallet
And put it in the air and sing

I wanna be a billionaire so freakin' bad
Buy all of the things I never had
I wanna be on the cover of Forbes magazine
Smiling next to Oprah and the Queen

Oh every time I close my eyes
I see my name in shining lights
Yeah a different city every night oh
I swear the world better prepare
For when I'm a billionaire
Oh ooh oh ooh for when I'm a billionaire




Oh ooh oh ooh for when I'm a billionaire
I wanna be a billionaire so freakin' bad

Overall Meaning

The song "Billionaire" by Cory Monteith, Kevin McHale, Mark Salling, and Chord Overstreet is a reflection of the American Dream, as it talks about the lust for money and fame that people relentlessly pursue. In the lyrics, the artists express their dreams of wealth and success, imagining themselves on the cover of Forbes magazine, giving away gifts to their friends and family, and even visiting Katrina-hit areas to help people in need. The song showcases the desire of people to achieve success and power, with the hope of gaining recognition and admiration from others.


The chorus of the song emphasizes the recurring vision of the artist's name being in shiny lights, as a symbol of their expectation of bright future prospects. The lyrics, "I wanna be a billionaire, so freakin' bad, buy all of the things I never had," speaks to the yearning of many people to have the luxuries of life commonly associated with the rich and famous, such as expensive cars, houses, and vacations.


In conclusion, "Billionaire" is a song that talks about the desire of people to achieve wealth and success, with the aim of gaining recognition, admiration, and a sense of accomplishment. It showcases the American Dream and the idea that anyone can achieve great things if they are willing to work hard for it.


Line by Line Meaning

I wanna be a billionaire so freakin' bad
I desire immense wealth and success beyond all measure.


Buy all of the things I never had
Use my newfound riches to obtain all the possessions and luxuries that have eluded me thus far.


I wanna be on the cover of Forbes magazine
Achieve a level of success and notoriety that lands me on the front page of the most prestigious business publication in the world.


Smilin' next to Oprah and the Queen
Become so successful that I am granted the opportunity to share a photo op with two of the most iconic and influential women in the world.


Oh every time I close my eyes
Even in my moments of rest and relaxation, my thoughts remain focused on achieving my dream of becoming a billionaire.


I see my name in shining lights
In my imagination, I envision myself basking in the glory and adulation that comes with immense wealth and success.


Yeah, a different city every night oh
With vast riches and endless resources, I'll never have to stay in one place for long, constantly traveling the world and experiencing all it has to offer.


I swear the world better prepare for when I'm a billionaire
The world will inevitably be impacted by my success, and I am determined to be ready for the changes that will come.


Yeah I would have a show like Oprah
With my extreme wealth, I could afford to host my own television show on the same scale as one of the most influential talk show hosts in history.


I would be the host of, everyday Christmas
Every day would be a celebration of abundance and generosity, just like the holiday season.


Give Artie a wish list
I would use my resources to bring joy and fulfill the desires of my loved ones, like Artie.


I'd probably pull an Angelina and Brad Pitt
In the spirit of charitable giving, I would likely follow in the footsteps of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt by adopting and supporting underprivileged children.


And adopt a bunch of babies that ain't never had it
I would use my resources to provide love, security, and a bright future for children who may not have otherwise gotten the chance.


Give away a few Mercedes like here lady have this
To those less fortunate, it would be my pleasure to share some of my wealth by gifting them with extravagant possessions like luxury vehicles.


And last but not least grant somebody their last wish
In what would be the ultimate act of kindness, I would use my resources to grant someone's final request before they leave this world.


It's been a couple months that I've been single so
In my current state of freedom and independence, I am unrestricted and open to pursuing any dreams or desires I may have.


You can call me Artie Claus minus the Ho Ho
Playfully embracing Artie's wish list and the holiday season, I humorously refer to myself as a version of Santa Claus.


Get it, hehe, I'd probably visit where Katrina hit
Utilizing my wealth and resources for good, I would visit areas that have been devastated by tragedy and lend a hand in any way I can.


And damn sure do a lot more than FEMA did
Disappointed by the government's ineffective response to natural disasters, I vow to use my resources to make a real difference in people's lives.


Yeah can't forget about me stupid
As my wealth and success grow, I must remember where I came from and stay grounded in who I am as a person.


Everywhere I go I'ma have my own theme music
With immense wealth and success comes the ability to have one's own personal soundtrack, further enhancing an already extravagant lifestyle.


I'll be playing basketball with the President
Achieving such an elite status would afford me the opportunity to spend leisure time with the leader of my country.


Dunking on his delegates
Not only would I get to play basketball with the President, but I'd also be talented enough to outshine his chosen representatives.


Then I'll compliment him on his political etiquette
Amidst all the fun and games, I'd also take the opportunity to show respect for the President and his important role in the country's political landscape.


Toss a couple milli in the air just for the heck of it
With so much wealth, I could afford to literally throw money away simply for the sake of enjoyment and frivolity.


But keep the fives, twentys, tens and bens completely separate
Although I may be comfortable with parting with some of my wealth, I will still be discerning about how I keep track of my finances and ensure that I don't overspend.


And yeah I'll be in a whole new tax bracket
Achieving billionaire status would make me a part of a new class of super-rich people, with vastly different tax considerations than the average person.


We in recession but let me take a crack at it
Despite the economic downturn, I am optimistic that my financial success could create a return to prosperity for myself and others.


I'll probably take whatevers left and just split it up
Once all my needs and desires have been met, I would use what's left of my wealth to generously distribute funds amongst those who need it most.


So everybody that I love can have a couple bucks
In my heart of hearts, I want nothing more than to share my wealth with those closest to me and ensure their comfort and happiness.


And not a single tummy around me would know what hungry was
Hunger is an unnecessary and avoidable plight, and with my wealth, I would make sure that nobody around me suffers from it.


Eating good sleeping soundly
With no financial worries to keep me up at night, I would be able to enjoy the simple pleasures of life, like good food and peaceful rest.


I know we all have a similar dream
At the end of the day, we all aspire to greatness and success in some form, even if the paths we take to get there are different.


Go in your pocket pull out your wallet
Encouraging others to share in my dream, I urge them to get involved and invest in their own success by taking financial risks.


And put it in the air and sing
With a sense of optimism and enthusiasm, I encourage everyone to celebrate and embrace the opportunities that will lead them to their own individual versions of success.


Oh every time I close my eyes
Once again, despite all the success and wealth, the thought of achieving even greater things never leaves my mind.


I see my name in shining lights
As if predicting my own future, I envision my life marked by bright lights, wealth, and immense success.


Yeah a different city every night oh
With no limits to my own mobility, I'll never have to stay in one place for long, constantly traveling and experiencing all the world has to offer.


I swear the world better prepare
With a sense of confidence and expectation, I declare that I am coming to shake up the world with my immense wealth and influence.


For when I'm a billionaire
My entire vision and motivation centered around the ultimate prize - attaining billionaire status and all the success and rewards that come with it.


Oh ooh oh ooh for when I'm a billionaire
Repeating my mantra of becoming a billionaire, I drive the point home that this is what I am destined for, and nothing can stop me from achieving it.


Oh ooh oh ooh for when I'm a billionaire
Repeating my mantra of becoming a billionaire, I drive the point home that this is what I am destined for, and nothing can stop me from achieving it.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: PHILIP LAWRENCE, ARI LEVINE, BRUNO MARS, TRAVIS MCCOY

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