Reggae/dance hall DJ Mega Banton may have only issued a total of three full… Read Full Bio ↴Reggae/dance hall DJ Mega Banton may have only issued a total of three full-length albums (First Position, New Year, New Style, and 1,000,000 Megawatts), but he's also already proven to be an influence on some of the decade's best-known dance hall DJs, including Buju Banton and Bounty Killer.

Mega has a similar delivery to Buju Banton. Some say he "Sound Bwoyed" or copied Buju's syle.

Money
Mega Banton Lyrics

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The best things in life are free
But you can keep them for the birds and bees
Now give me money
That's what I want
That's what I want, yeah
That's what I want

You're lovin' gives me a thrill

But you're lovin' don't pay my bills
Now give me money
That's what I want
That's what I want, yeah
That's what I want

Money don't get everything it's true
What it don't get, I can't use
Now give me money
That's what I want
That's what I want, yeah
That's what I want, wah

Money don't get everything it's true
What it don't get, I can't use
Now give me money
That's what I want
That's what I want, yeah
That's what I want

Well now give me money
A lot of money
Wow, yeah, I wanna be free
Oh I want money
That's what I want
That's what I want, well
Now give me money
A lot of money
Wow, yeah, you need money
Now, give me money

That's what I want, yeah
That's what I want

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Mega Banton's song "Money" express a sentiment that many people can relate to - the fact that money is often essential to achieving one's desires and living a fulfilling life. The opening lines, "The best things in life are free, But you can keep them for the birds and bees," suggest that while there are things in life that don't require money to enjoy, the singer is willing to let those things go in order to obtain more money. This sentiment is repeated throughout the song, as the singer states that "lovin' don't pay my bills" and declares that while money may not get everything, it is still what he wants.

The repeated refrain of "That's what I want" underscores the singer's determination to obtain money, regardless of the consequences. The line "Money don't get everything it's true, What it don't get, I can't use" acknowledges that money is not the solution to every problem, but also suggests that the singer is not concerned about anything that cannot be purchased with money. The overall tone of the song is one of desperation and single-mindedness, as the singer obsessively focuses on the need for money.

Overall, the lyrics to "Money" are fairly straightforward, expressing a common sentiment in a catchy, memorable way. The song's repetitive structure and insistent refrain make it a memorable earworm that is likely to stick with listeners long after they hear it.

Line by Line Meaning

The best things in life are free
Although the best things in life don’t cost anything, I don’t want them; they don’t bring me any joy or pleasure.

But you can keep them for the birds and bees
You can give the free things in life to the animals, they’re of no use to me.

Now give me money
I want to be wealthy and have plenty of money and possessions.

That's what I want
Money is what I’m after; it’s my main priority and desire.

You're lovin' gives me a thrill
I enjoy being in a romantic relationship with you, it’s exciting and stimulating.

But you're lovin' don't pay my bills
However, having a relationship with you doesn’t pay my bills or make me rich.

Money don't get everything it's true
While money is important, it can’t buy everything; some things are priceless and unattainable with money.

What it don't get, I can't use
I don’t need things that money can’t buy; if I can’t use money to acquire something, it has no value to me.

Well now give me money
I’m emphasizing my demand for money; it’s what I want more than anything else.

Wow, yeah, I wanna be free
Having a lot of money would give me the freedom to do what I want and live the way I want.

Now, give me money
I’m repeating my request for money, emphasizing its importance to me.

A lot of money
I don’t just want a little bit of money, I want a large amount of it.

Wow, yeah, you need money
Money is something that everyone needs and desires, not just me.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Unison Rights S.L., Songtrust Ave, CTM Publishing
Written by: Janie Bradford, Berry Gordy Jr.

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