“Money Made Me Do It” pays homage to Bankroll Fresh, an Atlanta rapper who … Read Full Bio ↴“Money Made Me Do It” pays homage to Bankroll Fresh, an Atlanta rapper who was best known for his 2015 self-titled mixtape and his hit songs, “Walked In” and “Hot Boy”.

He was killed in a tragic shooting on the night of March 4, 2016, at the age of 29. The deadly scene occurred at Street Execs studio where dozens of shell casings were reportedly found. Many rappers have paid tribute in light of his death which include Lil Wayne, Pusha T, and even 2 Chainz himself.

Two months prior to the song’s release and a week after his untimely death occurred, he explained how the late MC’s passing affected him in an interview on The Wendy Williams Show:

"He was an authentic trap rapper from Atlanta, who touched many lives and lit up every room he went to. It was super unfortunate, super unnecessary, super senseless. And it just made me want to step up and use my platform for more positivity."

Money Made Me Do it
Post Malone Lyrics

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Diamonds in my chain gold
Every twenty minutes, change clothes
I had a mil before the label
Just as long as they know, money made me do it
I said rest in peace to Bankroll
You in a better place, dog
You won't ever see me lay low
Start the engine, watch me take off, money made me do it

I said, yeah, I said money made me do it
I said, yeah, I said money made me do it
Watch me, yeah, I said money made me do it
I said, yeah, I said money made me do it

Take a ride when we wake up
Hit the gas, melt your face off
Spend the day counting cake up
With a dime who think I changed up
I took the Lincoln down Rodeo
Ran through it like some Drain-o
Lot of bags, can't complain though
We was shopping until they closed
Why did I do that? Did I do that? Ooh, yeah
New whip, now I can pay my rent, ooh no, ooh yeah

Diamonds in my chain gold
Every twenty minutes, change clothes
I had a mil before the label
Just as long as they know, money made me do it
I said rest in peace to Bankroll
You in a better place, dog
You won't ever see me lay low
Start the engine, watch me take off, money made me do it
I said, yeah, I said money made me do it
I said, yeah, I said money made me do it
Watch me, yeah, I said money made me do it
I said, yeah, I said money made me do it

Got a bandana 'round my neck
Like Bankroll Fresh
Pocket full of street money
'Bout to count my blessing
One hundred, one thousand
100K, one million
We smoke, we laugh, we rap
We talked about a vision (switch it up)
I got diamonds like a rainbow, every time I change clothes
Shawty fucked my friend but I act like I ain't know
I'mma buy a rain coat, the storm might approach you
Clown like your daddy met your mom at a circus
I do it on purpose, do it for the neighborhood
Smoking on that Meagan Good, with my niggas when I do it
Got that leather and that wood, got the marble on the floor
Got the burglar bars on the door at the bando

Diamonds in my chain gold
Every twenty minutes, change clothes
I had a mil before the label
Just as long as they know, money made me do it
I said rest in peace to Bankroll
You in a better place, dog
You won't ever see me lay low
Start the engine, watch me take off, money made me do it
I said, yeah, I said money made me do it
I said, yeah, I said money made me do it

Watch me, yeah, I said money made me do it
I said, yeah, I said money made me do it

Overall Meaning

In "Money Made Me Do It" by Post Malone, he talks about his love for money and how it is the driving factor for everything he does, from changing his clothes every 20 minutes to buying expensive jewelry. He acknowledges that he had money before he was signed to a label and that it was his greed for more that led him to fame. The song's catchy refrain "money made me do it" is a reminder of how all his choices revolve around money.

Post also pays homage to Bankroll Fresh, a rapper who was murdered in 2016. He wishes him to be in a better place and expresses that he won't be laying low like Bankroll did. Here, Post hints at how money has given him a sense of invincibility, which many people in the rap industry tend to believe. Post talks about how money allows him to do anything he desires, especially buying expensive things. He references the luxurious clothes he wears and likens himself to Bankroll Fresh, saying that they both have a handkerchief around their necks.

The second verse elaborates on the things Post spends his money on, like counting cake with his girlfriend, shopping, and dealing with personal issues. He ends the verse with more extravagant spending on marble floors and burglar bars. Ultimately, the song reveals Post's obsession with money, and how his lavish lifestyle is a product of his success in the industry.

Line by Line Meaning

Diamonds in my chain gold
I wear expensive jewelry to show off my wealth

Every twenty minutes, change clothes
I am so wealthy that I can afford to wear new outfits every 20 minutes

I had a mil before the label
I was already a millionaire before I signed to a record label

Just as long as they know, money made me do it
I use my wealth as an excuse for my actions

I said rest in peace to Bankroll
I paid respects to the late rapper Bankroll Fresh

You in a better place, dog
I believe that Bankroll Fresh is in a better afterlife now

You won't ever see me lay low
I am always on the move, doing something with my wealth

Start the engine, watch me take off, money made me do it
I am fueled by my wealth and success

Got a bandana 'round my neck Like Bankroll Fresh
I pay homage to Bankroll Fresh by emulating his fashion style

Pocket full of street money 'Bout to count my blessing
I have a lot of cash, and I am grateful for it

We smoke, we laugh, we rap We talked about a vision
I surround myself with like-minded individuals and we discuss our goals

I got diamonds like a rainbow, every time I change clothes Shawty fucked my friend but I act like I ain't know
I have so many diamonds that they shine a different color with each outfit change, and I overlook my friend's betrayal because of my wealth

I'mma buy a rain coat, the storm might approach you Clown like your daddy met your mom at a circus
I am prepared for anything that life throws at me, and I make fun of those who come from less fortunate backgrounds

Got that leather and that wood, got the marble on the floor Got the burglar bars on the door at the bando
I have luxurious items in my home, but I also take precautions to protect my wealth

I said, yeah, I said money made me do it
I repeat the phrase to reinforce the idea that I am motivated by my wealth

Watch me, yeah, I said money made me do it
I am proud of my achievements and attribute them to my wealth

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Austin Richard Post, Tauheed Epps, Trocon Markous Roberts

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