Right on the Money
Ram Jam Lyrics


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I was paving all down on the summer to the ground
You know I need is someone to come around, I was so wrong, baby
I was so wrong, baby
Just in time my baby came to me saying "what you get is what you see"
And now she, she want have it only

No one can do what you do to me, honey
You're right on the money
No one can do what you do to me, honey
You're right on the money

I ain't rich, I got a fancy car but I've got your loving and my guitar
That's all I need, that's all I need
When you're doing what you doing to me
Well, the left bend's easier and I can see that's all I need
Baby you're all I need

No one can do what you do to me, honey
You're right on the money
No one can do what you do to me, honey
You're right on the money

No one can do what you do to me, honey
You're right on the money
You're right on the money
Yes, right on the money
Right on the money




Right on the money
Right on the money

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ram Jam's song Right on the Money convey the idea of someone who has been wrong before and finally finds the right person, someone who is "right on the money". The first verse talks about how the person has been wasting their time on someone or something that didn't work out, perhaps paving a summer that is now gone. However, they have been waiting for someone to come and make things right. Then, the chorus kicks in, and there is a significant shift in tone, with the person singing about this new love interest who has come into their life and how they are "right on the money." The second verse talks about how the person may not have material wealth, but they have love and music, and that's all they need.


The lyrics of Right on the Money are pretty straightforward and relatively simple. However, the catchy tune and the upbeat tempo of the song make it a classic rock hit. The message is clear: the person singing the song has been waiting for a long time for someone to come and fill their life with love and happiness, and now they have found that person. They don't need anything else, and they are happy with what they have.


Overall, the lyrics of Right on the Money convey a message of hope and determination. The song talks about perseverance, and how if you keep looking hard enough, you will eventually find what you are looking for. It's a classic rock song that has stood the test of time, and it's still as popular today as it was when it was first released.


Line by Line Meaning

I was paving all down on the summer to the ground
I was wasting my time and effort in pursuits that were useless.


You know I need is someone to come around, I was so wrong, baby
I was looking for someone to come and help me, and I realized that I was mistaken.


I was so wrong, baby
I acknowledge that I was wrong.


Just in time my baby came to me saying "what you get is what you see"
My partner arrived just when I needed help and reminded me to be honest about who I am.


And now she, she want have it only
My partner wants only me now that I have been honest about who I am.


No one can do what you do to me, honey
My partner is unique and irreplaceable to me.


You're right on the money
My partner does everything just right.


I ain't rich, I got a fancy car but I've got your loving and my guitar
Although I am not wealthy, I have the love of my partner and my music, which is all that matters.


That's all I need, that's all I need
Love and music are all I need.


When you're doing what you doing to me
When my partner shows me love, I feel complete.


Well, the left bend's easier and I can see that's all I need
It's easier to take things slow and appreciate what I have.


Baby you're all I need
My partner is all I need to be happy.


Yes, right on the money
My partner is perfect for me and does everything right.


Right on the money
My partner is the best for me.


Right on the money
My partner is the best for me.


Right on the money
My partner is the best for me.




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