For the 2004 album No Roots, Faithless were joined by rapper/vocalist LSK.
Rollo's studio relationship is quite unique as he has synesthesia [a clinical condition where sounds have colour] . He also acted as producer for the second half of his sister Dido's debut album, No Angel.
Dido has been a guest singer on a number of Faithless tracks, including "Flowerstand Man" from the 1995 debut album Reverence, "Hem of his Garment" from Sunday 8PM, "One Step Too Far" from Outrospective and "No Roots" from the album of the same name.
Faithless have now released 5 studio albums, with a remix album for the first three (Reverence, Sunday 8pm and Outrospective) and an instrumental for the last (No Roots), plus a Greatest Hits collection (Forever Faithless) and 2 DVDS, one of which showcased their universally acclaimed live performances. Their most mature album and arguably their best is the latest album 'To All New Arrivals' released on 27th November 2006, the album name being inspired by the recent birth of two babies to Rollo and Sister Bliss.
Part of one of their tracks featured on the 'Greatest Hits' album (Taruntula) was remixed by the BBC and used as the theme for their World Cup coverage in 2002.
It was reported that Faithless were to split up after their 2005 tour, which was due to end on 30 April 2005. Speculation started after Rollo wrote "We set out thinking it would be our last album, feeling maybe we have had our time in the sun". Fortunately, this was not meant to be. A fresh clutch of tour dates prolonged the tour until December 2005.
In 2006 the band made several summer festival appearances, including the V Festival in England.
In August of 2006, Faithless released a 3 CD compilation for the Renaissance series titled, "Renaissance 3D". The first CD contains a mix of then current club hits, the second CD is a collection of Faithless remixes and productions, and the third CD is a laid back chill out CD.
On the 27th of November 2006, Faithless released its fifth studio album titled "To All New Arrivals". Previews of the tracks were made available via the Faithless website in early October.
Their 'Music Matters' tour in the UK started in early 2007.
In May 2010, Faithless released "The Dance", their best selling album to date in Europe. The album has been followed a few months later by an upgrade, including a remix bonus CD, "The Dance Never Ends".
On March 16th 2011, Maxi Jazz announced on his website that Faithless would cease to be, commenting "But, like when writing a song, you always just ‘know’ when it’s finished… this is and was the “Thank YOU And Goodbye’ tour".
Money Money
Faithless Lyrics
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Is the root of all evil
Money, money, money, people
Is the root of all evil
You work for a man and you get no pay
Brother don't do nothing wrong
Don't beg the one inflating you
Money, money, money, people
Is the root of all evil
Money, money, money, tell you
Is the root of all evil
Some steal it, some kill for it
Some do iniquity for it
It makes friends, it break friends
Judas betrayed Christ for it
Money, money, money, tell you
Is the root of all evil
Money, money, money, people
Is the root of all evil
Hey yeah, money, money, yeah
Some steal it, some kill for it
Some do iniquity for it
It makes friends, it break friends
Judas betrayed Christ for it
Money, money, money, people
Is the root of all evil
Money, money, money, tell you
Is the root of all evil
We can't live without it
We got to buy food to eat
It's good and it's bad
And yet we can't live without it
Money, money, money, tell you
Is the root of all evil
Money, money, money, people
Is the root of all evil
The song "Money Money" by Faithless is a commentary on the good and bad aspects of money. The chorus repeats that money is the root of all evil, both in terms of what it makes people do and how it affects relationships. The verses give examples of how people often act in ways they wouldn't otherwise in order to obtain, keep, or get rid of money. The lyrics mention stealing, killing, and doing iniquity as things people will do for money, and friendship and betrayal as two outcomes of money.
The song also acknowledges that money is a necessity in life, and that people can't live without it. The idea that money is both good and bad is emphasized, with the lyrics saying "It's good and it's bad / And yet we can't live without it." The verses suggest that some people are forced to work without being paid, and that the pursuit of money can cause people to lose sight of what's important in life. The overall message is that while money can be helpful, it can also be dangerous and lead people to do bad things.
Line by Line Meaning
Money, money, money, money
Money is mentioned repetitively to emphasize its significance
Is the root of all evil
Money is the source of all immorality, depravity, greed, and malfeasance
Money, money, money, people
Money and people are conceptually tied to each other to underscore the corrupting influence of money on human relationships
You work for a man and you get no pay
Slavery, indentureship, forced labor and exploitation are inextricably linked to the evil that ensues from the pursuit of money
Brother don't do nothing wrong
Criminal activities for the sake of money are not encouraged
Don't beg the one inflating you
Don't blindly follow people who lure you with the promise of easy money
When Jah will come, it's you all alone
You are ultimately responsible for how you make and use money
Some steal it, some kill for it
Money can lead people to commit heinous crimes and unethical acts
Some do iniquity for it
Some people commit injustices, deceitful actions, and immoral deeds to make money
It makes friends, it break friends
Money can bring people together and tear them apart depending on how it's distributed and used
Judas betrayed Christ for it
Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus Christ for money, which exemplifies how money can corrupt one's values and actions
We can't live without it
Money is a crucial part of modern life, as we depend on it to buy essential goods and services
We got to buy food to eat
Money is a basic means of survival in our society
It's good and it's bad
Money can bring about positive and negative effects depending on how it's employed
Money, money, money, tell you
Money is being discussed further to emphasize the central theme of this song
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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Lee CovidiO
Maxi bas sam u komi kad se sjetim da si otisao...al srce ti se moje vraca svaki dan..apsolutno nisi zaboravljen..moje srce uz tebe je uz ove ritmove💚R.I.P.🕊🕊🕊
Captiv8
Kicks in perfectly @ 4:20... what an epic tune, brings back so many memories, I love it.. if you’ve taken the time to listen to this track and read this comment your obviously a legend .. peace 🙌🏻
Manuel Lobato
Good vibes dude, I love how music can make us feel such strong emotions
Aikta Chris
This song deserves a billion views
Lee CovidiO
@Manuel Lobato 💚🕊☮️
Lee CovidiO
🕊💚☮️
John Joe
What a beautiful tune! How it does not have more hits is beyond me.
Saul Clarke
I loved this album
Saul Clarke
Bring my family back is good
Saul Clarke
Yellow man lyric too