Too Much Money
John Maus Lyrics

The lyrics of John Maus's song 'Too Much Money' seem to be an exploration of the impact that wealth has on a person's life. The repeated question of "Whatcha gonna do with all that money" indicates that having wealth can be a burden, and the subsequent repetition of "Keep it to yourself" suggests that one may be inclined to hide their wealth or keep it private. The line "Put it in a box and you be like John Lennon" is likely a reference to John Lennon's song 'Imagine', in which he sings about a world without possessions and money. However, the line also suggests that even someone like Lennon, who rejected the materialism associated with wealth, still had enough wealth to put it in a box.

The chorus, "Too much money costs too much money" is a paradoxical statement, indicating that the more money one has, the more expensive it becomes to maintain that wealth. This can be seen in the line "I feel sick", suggesting that the pursuit of wealth can be a draining and exhausting experience, ultimately leading to feelings of dissatisfaction and disillusionment.

Overall, the song seems to be a critique of the societal emphasis on wealth and materialism, and the toll that this mentality can take on a person's well-being. The singer seems to suggest that true happiness comes from more meaningful experiences, indicated in the line "Wanna feel lovely", and helping others, indicated by "Helping your friends."