Money
Gov't Mule Lyrics
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Get a good job with good pay and you're okay.
Money, it's a gas.
Grab that cash with both hands and make a stash.
New car, caviar, four star daydream,
Think I'll buy me a football team.
Money, get back.
Money, it's a hit.
Don't give me that do goody good bullshit.
I'm in the high-fidelity first class traveling set
And I think I need a Lear jet.
Money, it's a crime.
Share it fairly but don't take a slice of my pie.
Money, so they say
Is the root of all evil today.
But if you ask for a raise it's no surprise that they're
Giving none away.
"HuHuh! I was in the right!"
"Yes, absolutely in the right!"
"I certainly was in the right!"
"You was definitely in the right. That geezer was cruising for a
Bruising!"
"Yeah!"
"Why does anyone do anything?"
"I don't know, I was really drunk at the time!"
"I was just telling him, he couldn't get into number 2. He was asking
Why he wasn't coming up on freely, after I was yelling and
Screaming and telling him why he wasn't coming up on freely.
It came as a heavy blow, but we sorted the matter out"
The song "Money" by Pink Floyd is about greed and the pursuit of money in our society, and the consequences that come with it. The lyrics "Money, get away" suggest that money can be viewed as an escape, but the second verse "Money, it's a hit" reveals the harmful effects of greed when the singer says "Don't give me that do goody good bullshit."
The song features a first-person narrative from a person who has achieved financial success, "I'm in the high-fidelity first class traveling set, and I think I need a Lear jet," but is now defensive of their wealth, "I'm all right Jack keep your hands off of my stack." The chorus "Money, it's a crime" serves as a warning against greed and the danger of hoarding wealth, as the final verse states, "Share it fairly but don't take a slice of my pie."
Overall, "Money" is a commentary on the materialistic values that dominate our society, and how it can lead to corruption and a lack of concern for others. As such, the song remains relevant today, as the gap between the rich and the poor only continues to widen.
Line by Line Meaning
Money, get away.
Money can control your life and negatively impact you.
Get a good job with good pay and you're okay.
Earning a steady income can prevent financial stress.
Money, it's a gas.
Money can bring great enjoyment and comfort.
Grab that cash with both hands and make a stash.
Take whatever opportunities you can to accumulate money.
New car, caviar, four star daydream,
It's easy to get caught up in lavish spending when you have money.
Think I'll buy me a football team.
Money can give you the power to achieve extravagant purchases.
Money, get back.
You may feel threatened if someone tries to take your money.
I'm all right Jack keep your hands off of my stack.
I feel secure financially and don't want anyone interfering.
Money, it's a hit.
Money can bring popularity and admiration.
Don't give me that do goody good bullshit.
I'm not interested in moralizing opinions about money.
I'm in the high-fidelity first class traveling set
Money can provide extreme luxury and privilege.
And I think I need a Lear jet.
I want the most expensive and exclusive items money can buy.
Money, it's a crime.
Unjust use of money can lead to immoral behavior.
Share it fairly but don't take a slice of my pie.
I want to keep my money and not share it equally with others.
Money, so they say
Many people believe that money is the root of all evil.
Is the root of all evil today.
Some people believe that money is the source of corruption and immorality.
But if you ask for a raise it's no surprise that they're
It's common for employers to deny raise requests.
Giving none away.
Employers may be unwilling to distribute their profits to employees.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: George Roger Waters
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Hillbilly Mike
Absolutely top notch cover version of a timeless classic song! Nothing short of amazing!
Manumanu Montesano
Really good job guys!!This kind of masterpieces must be felt,and I feel the whole soul of yours in this tribute!!Rock on!!!
James Daniels
I've been a huge PF fan for years, but I was smiling the entire time I listened to this. GM does a fine job with it. Warren Haynes for president!
Marcus Antonius
Wow!! These guys blew me away with their cover version, of this classic Pink Floyd song. Well done everyone.
Hillbilly Mike
Totally agree with you, Marcus!
David Kramer
Haynes just ceases to amaze me with his talent. This man can just outright play!!!!!!
Tom Pritchett
Warren's talents never cease to amaze. A great cover of a Pink Floyd classic Eat A Peach, Bro.
Brandon Cargile
No where close to a spot on cover of $$, But I really enjoyed Mule's interpretation of this. Great Jam! I like covers better when the artist puts there own flavor to the mix..There are only a handful of bands out there that can get away with it and Warren and Co. are one of the few. A+
jeff culbert
Warren has so much talent it is just unreal! I think his cover anlong with the "Mule" is as good as Pink Floyd live!
Carlos Mason
@Michael Seymour no...i u7