1. Mud was a British rock b… Read Full Bio ↴Mud is the name of at least three bands:
1. Mud was a British rock band, heavily influenced by 1950s rock and roll, but moving beyond it into mainstream rock.
The members were Les Gray, Rob Davis, Ray Stiles, and Dave Mount. They had fifteen hits in the U.K., including three number ones. More recently Rob Davis has written numerous successful songs for newer artists, including U.K. number ones for Kylie Minogue and Spiller.
2. Mud is also the name of a dark ambient project, a collaboration between Steve Hall of Yen Pox and Traig Foltz of Used.
3. Originally from the island of Guam. In 2001, the San Francisco music scene began to resonate a little louder with the induction of indie newcomer MUD. Describing their sound as, “A blending of punk’s energy and the edge of metal,” their raw guitar riffs, heavy bass grooves and depth in song writing have since drawn comparisons to successful crossover bands like Jawbreaker, NOFX, Letters to Cleo, Green Day and The Foo Fighters.
Over the years, MUD has become a frequent fixture at Bay Area landmark venues such as Slim’s, Bottom of the Hill and The Warfield. MUD has since expanded their resume to include the 2006 Van’s Warped Tour, headlining SF’s Live 105 Official Warped Tour After Party , opening for national touring acts such as The Matches (Epitaph), April Sixth(Elektra), The Forces of Evil (members of Reel Big Fish) and Camp Freddy (Slash,Duff McKagan,Scott Weiland,Billy Morrison,Matt Sorum) as part of the Recording Academy's Tribute to SF Music Past and Future,featuring guest artist Steve Jones,Joe Satriani,Lars Ulrich,Robert Trujilo,Mike Bordin,Jeremy Colson,Chester Bennington,Mark McGrath and Stephen Jenkins . Tracks from MUD’s current CD, "Where is Tomorrow", have received domestic and international airplay on such popular stations as LIVE 105, KALX 90.7 and THE ROCK 105.1 FM. Recently signed to San Francisco indie label Talking House Records, MUD is currently working on material for an expected release in 2007.
It Don't Mean a Thing
Mud Lyrics
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Moneys going fast, I'm the guy you're gonna ruin
But it don't mean a thing
I've got money to burn
No it don't mean a thing no, no
No it don't mean a thing
I've got money to burn
No it don't mean a thing no, no
Bending all the rules make yourself a dime for nothing
Go find another fool found a hard way of learning something yeah
No it don't mean a thing, I've got money to burn
No it don't mean a thing oh no
You do as you please I can see it in your eyes,
You know that I was right, and someday you will realize,
But it don't mean a thing, I've got money to burn,
No it don't mean a thing no, no
No it don't mean a thing, I've got money to burn,
No it don't mean a thing no, no
No it don't mean a thing
The lyrics of Mud's song "It Don't Mean A Thing" tell the story of someone who has come into a financial windfall and is being taken advantage of by someone they care about. The singer is aware that their money is being spent frivolously, but they don't seem to mind because they have more than enough to spare. The other person, however, is not considering the consequences and is only concerned with their own profit.
The singer addresses this person directly, asking them to explain what they have been doing with the money. They are worried that the money is being spent too quickly and that they will end up broke if they continue down this path. However, despite their concern, the singer seems resigned to the situation, acknowledging that the money doesn't really mean anything to them. They are more interested in seeing this person happy, even if it means losing everything they have.
Ultimately, the song is a cautionary tale about the dangers of excess and the temptation to ignore one's own better judgment for the sake of someone else's happiness. The singer's wealth may provide a temporary cushion, but it cannot sustain an unsustainable lifestyle forever.
Line by Line Meaning
Won't you take the time, tell me what you've been doing,
Please share with me what you have been up to lately.
Moneys going fast, I'm the guy you're gonna ruin
I am squandering my funds, and you are the one who is going to cause my financial downfall.
But it don't mean a thing
Regardless of my money problems,
I've got money to burn
I have more than enough money to spend recklessly.
No it don't mean a thing no, no
My wealth is ultimately meaningless.
Bending all the rules, make yourself a dime for nothing
You are cheating and exploiting the system to make an effortless profit.
Go find another fool, found a hard way of learning something yeah
You will eventually cross paths with someone who won't be fooled as easily, and you will learn a harsh lesson.
You do as you please, I can see it in your eyes
Your behavior suggests that you have no regard for my feelings or wellbeing.
You know that I was right, and someday you will realize
You are aware that I am correct about the consequences of your actions, and you will eventually come to this realization.
But it don't mean a thing, I've got money to burn
However, my wealth allows me to indulge in reckless behaviors despite the consequences.
No it don't mean a thing no, no
Again, my money is ultimately insignificant.
No it don't mean a thing, I've got money to burn
Even though my financial situation is doomed, I am going to keep spending frivolously.
No it don't mean a thing no, no
My wealth does not bring me true happiness or fulfillment.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: BLAKE DAVIS, GERRY STOBER
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