Money Dance
Lunchmoney Lewis Lyrics

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Aw, Yeah

Broke as a joke, sipping Henny out the bottle (aw, yeah)
Mama in church playing like she hit the lotto
Cousin on Twitter, tellin’ me to hit a follow
You know I got to get it because “get it’ is the motto

Work all day, play all night

Gotta hustle, all the time
Out of sight, out of mind
That’s ok, you’ll be fine

You got $20 in your pocket, clap yo hands
You got $50 in your pocket, clap yo hands
You got $100 in your pocket, you the man
Now baby turn around and do your money dance

Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Baby turn around and do your money dance (money)

Broke as a joke, girl didn’t want to see me
Mama praying for me that I make it on the TV
Slice of humble pie with a side of baked ziti
Know I gotta grind cus I know it aint no freebies

Work all day, play all night
Gotta hustle, overtime
Out of sight, out of mind
That’s ok, you’ll be fine

You got $20 in your pocket, clap yo hands
You got $50 in your pocket, clap yo hands
You got $100 in your pocket, you the man
Now baby turn around and do your money dance

Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Baby turn around and do your money dance (money)

Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Baby turn around and do your money dance (money)

(Alright I need y'all to follow me like this)

Right, now left, go and get your (money)
Right, now left, go and get your (money)
Back it up go and get your (money)
Right, now left, go and get your (money)

You got $20 in your pocket, clap yo hands
You got $50 in your pocket, clap yo hands
You got $100 in your pocket, you the man
Now baby turn around and do your money dance

Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Baby turn around and do your money dance (money)

Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)

Cha cha ching, do your money dance (money)
Baby turn around and do your money dance (money)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Lunchmoney Lewis's song "Money Dance" depict the struggles and aspirations of someone trying to make it in life despite financial limitations. The opening lines introduce the singer as broke and resorting to drinking Henny straight from the bottle. The mention of the singer's mother being in church and acting as if she hit the lottery indicates her unwavering faith and hope for her son's success. The cousin's insistence on following the singer on Twitter implies the desire for social media validation and support.

The verses reflect the determination and work ethic necessary to overcome financial hardships. The lyrics highlight the need to work tirelessly and play minimally in order to hustle for a better life. The phrase "out of sight, out of mind" suggests that although the struggles may not be immediately visible to others, they are still valid and significant. Despite the challenges, the chorus encourages the listener to celebrate any amount of money they may have, clapping their hands and doing the "money dance." This dance symbolizes their resilience and ability to find joy even in difficult circumstances.

Through the repetition of the phrase "cha cha ching" and the encouragement to do the "money dance," the song promotes a positive mindset and a determination to keep pushing forward. It emphasizes the power of believing in oneself and treating even small victories as a cause for celebration. Ultimately, "Money Dance" highlights the pursuit of financial stability and the hustle required to achieve it, all while maintaining a sense of optimism and joy.

Line by Line Meaning

Broke as a joke, sipping Henny out the bottle (aw, yeah)
Despite being financially struggling, I find solace in indulging myself with a cheap alcoholic drink.

Mama in church playing like she hit the lotto
My mother is pretending to be ecstatic as if she won a large sum of money while attending church.

Cousin on Twitter, tellin’ me to hit a follow
My cousin is urging me to follow him on Twitter, as if it holds some significance or will bring me success.

You know I got to get it because “get it’ is the motto
I have a strong determination to achieve financial success because that is the mindset and philosophy I live by.

Work all day, play all night
I dedicate my entire day to work and engage in leisure activities throughout the night.

Gotta hustle, all the time
I need to constantly work hard and strive to succeed.

Out of sight, out of mind
If something is not visible or known, it is easy to forget or neglect it.

That’s ok, you’ll be fine
It's alright, everything will turn out well for you.

You got $20 in your pocket, clap yo hands
If you have a mere $20 in your possession, show your excitement by clapping your hands.

You got $50 in your pocket, clap yo hands
Celebrate having $50 in your wallet by clapping your hands.

You got $100 in your pocket, you the man
Having $100 in your pocket is a sign of success and being the man in this context.

Now baby turn around and do your money dance
Now, turn around and show off your dance moves that symbolize your joy and pride in having some money.

Broke as a joke, girl didn’t want to see me
Being extremely broke, that girl had no interest in being associated with me.

Mama praying for me that I make it on the TV
My mother fervently prays for my success in achieving fame through television.

Slice of humble pie with a side of baked ziti
I need to accept a serving of humility along with a comforting dish to stay grounded and focused.

Know I gotta grind 'cause I know it ain't no freebies
I understand that I have to work hard because success does not come without effort or sacrifice.

Gotta hustle, overtime
I have to go above and beyond in putting in extra effort to achieve my goals.

(Alright I need y'all to follow me like this)
I'm requesting everyone to imitate my actions and movements for better synchronization.

Right, now left, go and get your (money)
Move to the right, then to the left, and take action to acquire your own wealth.

Back it up go and get your (money)
Reverse your steps and make progress towards obtaining financial resources.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BENJAMIN DIEHL, BRETT BAILEY, DAVID MESCON, GAMAL LEWIS, IAN LEWIS

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