Money Makes The World Go Round
Nas R. Kelly Lyrics
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Chitown
Money make the world go round
Money make the world go round
(What? Go money)
Money makes the world go round
TM
Yo, for those who live the way that I live
We came a long way
From wiping coal outta eyelids, to rap's hottest
Fake Gazelles to black Pradas
Selling nicks to trey bags, to making hits like Kidada Jones' father
OG's would send me to the store with a dollar
Hit me with some wise advice for me to follow
Ain't nothing free in the world in life
No matter who you are, everybody got they price
And some cost more than other's
When you poor, it's like life ain't even worth living
But when you rich, it's every fat ass worth hittin'
With no chips, your drawers just stay on your hips
I play with the six cuz money make the whole world spin
But without the Franklin faces, you see who's your real friends
It's V-12's, honeys on the cell, bobbin' out the JBL
It's Nas and R. Kell
[R. Kelly]
Never thought that I'd ever live this life
Money stacked in rolls, honeys on each side
Anything I want, I can say it's mine
No more worries 'bout how can I provide
Money makes the world go round
(Nothin' move but the money)
You believe it if you want to
Money makes the world go round
(Said nothin' move but the money)
[R. Kelly]
Oh, many say it's wrong cause I love to spend
Ice in everything countin' Benjamins
All I wanna do try, and let you know
If you don't believe, ask someone who's broke
Money makes the world go round
(Money makes the world go round)
You believe it if you want to
Money makes the world go round
Yes it does
(Still nuttin' move but the money)
Said money makes the world go round
(Money make the world go round, what?
Still nuttin' move but the money)
Nothing but the money
Money makes the world go round
Yes it does
Feels so good, yeah, yeah
So good, this life I finally live
And feels so real
So real this freedom I finally feel
Show me the money
Money makes the world go round
(Go money, go money)
You believe it if you want to
Money makes the world go round
(Go money, go money, yo)
Said that almighty dollar
Money makes the world go round
Yes it does
(Still don't nuttin' move but the money)
This brother's got to have it
Money makes the world go round
From sun up till the sun goes down
(Yeah, what?)
So much money
Money makes the world go round
Hey, makes the world go round
Money makes the world go round
Money makes the world go round
Show me a man that don't need money
Money makes the world go around
And I'll show you a world
(Show me a world)
Standing still, oh
Money makes the world go round
Yes it does, talking 'bout the loot
Money makes the world go round
The lyrics to Nas and R. Kelly's "Money Makes the World Go Round" delve into the profound impact that money has on individuals and society at large. Nas, in his verses, reflects on the stark realities faced by those who have experienced poverty and struggle, contrasting it with the opulence and influence that money can bring. He vividly illustrates the journey from humble beginnings to achieving success in the music industry, highlighting the transformation from selling drugs to making legitimate hits. The verses emphasize the universal truth that in this world, everything comes with a price, and material wealth can drastically alter one's perception and experience of life.
R. Kelly's sections add another layer to the narrative, as he revels in the newfound luxuries and freedoms that money has afforded him. His lyrics exude a sense of indulgence and decadence, as he boasts about his lavish lifestyle and the ability to fulfill his every desire with financial power. His proclamation that money makes the world go round is a declaration of the omnipotent influence that wealth holds over individuals and society, driving home the point that in a capitalist world, material possessions and financial status often dictate one's worth and opportunities.
The chorus, repeated throughout the song, serves as a mantra emphasizing the central theme of the song: the transformative and all-encompassing nature of money. It suggests that money is not just a means to an end but rather the driving force behind all actions and decisions, symbolizing power, success, and status. The repetition of the line "Money makes the world go round" underscores the pervasive and inescapable role that money plays in shaping the world and people's lives.
Overall, the lyrics of "Money Makes the World Go Round" paint a complex and thought-provoking portrait of the intertwined relationship between money, identity, and society. Nas and R. Kelly's verses serve as a commentary on the allure, complexities, and consequences of wealth, highlighting how it can both elevate and corrupt individuals, as well as shape societal norms and values. The song invites listeners to reflect on their own relationship with money and consider the broader implications of a world where financial success often dictates one's worth and opportunities.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALLAN CURTIS BARNES, J. MALONE, KELLY PRICE, NASIR JONES, ROBERT S. KELLY
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