Until 2011, Electric Guest was a duo with original members Taccone and Compton, before the Dahlhoffs joined to make it a four-member band.
Having worked with Danger Mouse as a producer, they were featured on MTV's list of Artists to Watch in 2012. On April 24, 2012, the band released their debut album, Mondo. The band has released two music videos, the first for their single "This Head I Hold", and the second for their song "American Daydream".
Electric Guest began touring in 2011 in Europe, and is currently touring America until May 27, 2012. They performed at the film festival South by Southwest in 2012.
Dollar
Electric Guest Lyrics
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You think I'm nothin' but another fool
I'm better
I'm better than you
I'm like ooh
I can feel it from across the room
Whatever
Whatever I do
I'm like, this mothafucka might sue me (okay)
And that mothafucka might boo me
I'ma keep on goin' to a better day
All this other bitterness can fade away
It doesn't matter I'm ugly
Keep tellin' me you don't love me
Nothin' in my pocket, but I'm still okay
All I really know is how I feel today
Ooh, I got a dollar in my pocket
I see you and I really wanna rock it
I'm tryna have some fun at the sideshow
'Cause all that really matters is tonight, so
Ooh, I got a dollar in my pocket
So turn the music up and get it poppin'
I'm tryna have some fun before I die, so
So all that really matters is tonight
Oh
When they play me on the radio
No manners
No manners at all
I'm like oh
If you're feelin' nothin', let me know
Don't matter
It don't matter, I know
'Cause these days, this mothafucka might kill you
You act too nice, they won't feel you
Lookin' all around me, but I can't relate
Every day, I'm tryna find a new escape
Psh, everybody's a model
You watch too much, you feel hollow
Nothin' in my pocket, but I'm still okay
All I really know is how I feel today
Ooh, I got a dollar in my pocket
I see you and I really wanna rock it
I'm tryna have some fun at the sideshow
'Cause all that really matters is tonight, so
Ooh, I got a dollar in my pocket
So turn the music up and get it poppin'
I'm tryna have some fun before I die, so
So all that really matters is tonight
Ooh, tonight
I got a feeling for the first time in my life
Ooh, it's a celebration
Thought I would die before I ever felt alright
Ooh, I got a dollar in my pocket
I see you and I really wanna rock it
I'm tryna have some fun at the sideshow
'Cause all that really matters is tonight, so
Only got a dollar in my pocket
And even if I never make a profit
I wanna have some fun 'fore my eyes close
So all that really matters is tonight
Ooh, I got a dollar in my pocket
I see you and I really wanna rock it
I'm tryna have some fun at the sideshow
'Cause all that really matters is tonight, so
Ooh, I got a dollar in my pocket
So turn the music up and get it poppin'
I'm tryna have some fun before I die, so
So all that really matters is tonight
(Ooh, I got a dollar in my pocket)
(I see you and I really wanna rock it)
(I'm tryna have some fun at the sideshow)
('Cause all that really matters is tonight, so)
(Ooh, I got a dollar in my pocket)
(And even if I never make a profit)
(I wanna have some fun 'fore my eyes close)
(So all that really matters is tonight)
The lyrics to Electric Guest's song "Dollar" are a mix of self-assuredness, defiance, and a desire to find joy in the present moment. The song begins with the singer asserting their worth and superiority over someone who underestimates them. They express their ability to sense the energy and vibes in a room, and they confidently declare that their actions and choices are of no concern to others.
The song then delves into the theme of perseverance and overcoming obstacles. The singer acknowledges that some people might try to bring them down or sue them, but they are determined to keep pushing forward towards a better future. They refuse to let bitterness affect them and maintain that their appearance or lack of material wealth doesn't define their worth. The lyrics convey a sense of resilience and self-acceptance despite external judgments.
The chorus revolves around the simple joy of having a dollar in the singer's pocket. It represents a symbol of freedom and the ability to have fun and enjoy life's simple pleasures, even in the face of uncertainty. The singer emphasizes that all that matters is the present moment, emphasizing the importance of living in the now and finding happiness without worrying about the future.
Overall, "Dollar" is a song about embracing one's individuality, disregarding societal pressures and judgments, and finding joy in the present moment despite any adversities.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh, you think I'm nothin' but another fool
You underestimate me and think I'm foolish
I'm better, I'm better than you
I have confidence in myself and believe I'm superior to you
I'm like ooh, I can feel it from across the room
I sense a strong energy or attraction from a distance
Whatever, whatever I do
I don't care about others' opinions, I'll do as I please
I'm like, this mothafucka might sue me
I'm cautious because someone might take legal action against me
And that mothafucka might boo me
I'm aware that someone might criticize or reject me
I'ma keep on goin' to a better day
I will persist and strive for a brighter future
All this other bitterness can fade away
I won't let negativity affect me, it will vanish
It doesn't matter I'm ugly
My physical appearance doesn't affect my worth
Keep tellin' me you don't love me
Despite being told you don't love me, I don't care
Nothin' in my pocket, but I'm still okay
I may not have money, but I'm content with my current situation
All I really know is how I feel today
My focus is on my present emotions and well-being
Ooh, I got a dollar in my pocket
I have a small amount of money with me
I see you and I really wanna rock it
I notice you and I'm attracted to you
I'm tryna have some fun at the sideshow
I want to enjoy myself at this event or spectacle
'Cause all that really matters is tonight, so
In the grand scheme of things, only tonight is important
So turn the music up and get it poppin'
Increase the volume and make the music lively
I'm tryna have some fun before I die, so
I want to experience enjoyment before my life ends
So all that really matters is tonight
For now, the only thing of significance is this moment
When they play me on the radio
When my music is being broadcasted on the radio
No manners, no manners at all
People lack courtesy or respect
I'm like oh, if you're feelin' nothin', let me know
If you're emotionally disconnected, communicate it to me
Don't matter, it don't matter, I know
It doesn't bother me, I am aware
'Cause these days, this mothafucka might kill you
In modern times, someone might harm or endanger you
You act too nice, they won't feel you
If you're overly kind, people won't recognize or appreciate you
Lookin' all around me, but I can't relate
Observing my surroundings, but I can't connect or relate to them
Every day, I'm tryna find a new escape
Each day, I'm attempting to discover a way to escape my reality
Psh, everybody's a model
Mocking the fact that everyone considers themselves perfect or exceptional
You watch too much, you feel hollow
If you consume excessive media, you become emotionally empty
I got a feeling for the first time in my life
I am experiencing a sensation I've never felt before
Ooh, it's a celebration
The feeling is joyful and marks a moment of celebration
Thought I would die before I ever felt alright
I believed I would never experience contentment before my demise
Only got a dollar in my pocket
I have a meager amount of money with me
And even if I never make a profit
Even if I don't financially succeed
I wanna have some fun 'fore my eyes close
I want to enjoy myself before I die
Ooh, tonight
This specific evening
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Asa Taccone, Lars Stalfors, Matthew Michael Compton
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ScorpionVip5
This band deserves more respect, the music is really good.
@I-was-here-before-a-1K-views
By respect you mean more views ? To reassure yourself that you have good taste ?!
Btw i love this song.
@ScorpionVip5
@@I-was-here-before-a-1K-views By respect I mean exposure, yeah, I do not think I have good taste in music, I just have my own taste but I am always happy to see bands,artist that I enjoy getting the exposure they deserve.
@MrHale
I love them, but I still think "Troubleman" was their peak.
@luxeo7419
@@MrHale nah dis 1 is the best
@johnrobinson6112
They are so damned good. Thanks to Scott Aukerman for introducing me to this band!
@MIgardener
I love the funky vibe, but I wish it had a bit more complexity. They played another retro song when on tour and it was so amazing but it didn't make the EP I guess.
@Jaylade
Check out Vulfpeck you'll love them
@avishaiauzolat1073
@@Jaylade I checked it out. Dean town, in the CRUISIN' playlist. Thank you.
@walterlippmann6292
complex songs don't make hits. gotta try to cash in at some point