shortstraw started out in 2007 as a two-piece thrash folk band consisting of the enigma that is oliver nathan and what most would call 'sarcastic', alastair thomas. they played a few shows in and around melville, joburg before bringing in the guitar and keyboard skills of jay hartford and the basswork of the esteemed and handsome phil brierley. now a four-piece, slightly less folky outfit, shortstraw aim to hit the gigging circuit with guns blazing, so look out for a show near you... fuck that's boring. apologies. frankie says go fuck yourself.
Mo Money
Shortstraw Lyrics
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Your looks will improve
Just like the more you drink, girl
The better you move
But you're getting sassy and
What I've found is that
We better hit the bar
Cos it's final rounds
You're getting drunk, I'm getting thirsty
Take off your top, it's getting toasty
You're getting drunk, you're feeling frisky
Ha ha ha!
Girl, you're so funny
Let's take some drugs, let's spend some money
Ha ha ha!
Let's spend some money!
Now just lock your arm in my arm
And I'll escort you outside
Just to catch your breath
Before you change your mind
Hold your hand in my hand
As we sit down at this table
I'll laugh at all your jokes
I'll scoff at all your fables
Now fill up your cup, it's getting empty
You're getting drunk, I'm getting thirsty
Take off your top, it's getting toasty
You're getting drunk, you're feeling frisky
Ha ha ha!
Girl, you're so funny
Let's take some drugs, let's spend some money
Ha ha ha!
Let's spend some money!
Even though we hardly started
I can tell it's going to be a party
And when it gets loud and rowdy
I bet you're gonna wanna make it about your body
Girl, you know that vibe
Gets in your viens and you just can't help it
Good girls go bad, go wild
Stress on the brain - heat it up, melt it
Let it drip to the floor
I want to see your primal side
Now when you can't skip anymore
That's the cue for one final round
It's nothing personal
I'm just not touching your body
Let's start a war
If you're feeling naughty
It's nothing personal
I'm just not touching your body
Let's start a war
Let's start a war
Ha ha ha!
Girl, you're so funny
Let's take some drugs, let's spend some money
Ha ha ha!
Let's spend some money
Ha ha ha!
Girl, you're so funny
Let's take some drugs, let's spend some money
Ha ha ha!
Let's spend some money
More money!
(haha you know!)
(spend it!)
The song "Mo Money" by Shortstraw depicts a night out at a bar with a flirty and intoxicated girl. The opening lines suggest that some people believe that looks improve with alcohol intake, and the more you drink, the better you dance. However, the lyrics imply that this is not true, and the girl is getting sassy and playful with the singer. As the night goes on, the two become more intoxicated, and the singer urges the girl to drink more and spend money.
The chorus is the highlight of the song, where the singer and the girl laugh and scream in excitement about spending money and taking drugs. Towards the end, the song takes a turn as the singer mentions that he will not touch the girl's body, despite her naughty behavior. The song ends on a high note, urging the girl to spend more money and have fun.
Overall, the song is a playful take on a night out at a bar, with a focus on flirting, drinking, and spending money without any long-term goals or consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
It's a common misconception that
People often mistakenly believe that
Your looks will improve
Drinking will make you more attractive
Just like the more you drink, girl
Similar to the way drinking affects your appearance
The better you move
It can also make you a better dancer
But you're getting sassy and
However, you're becoming more bold and confident
What I've found is that
In my experience,
We better hit the bar
We should go to the bar
Cos it's final rounds
Because it's last call
Now fill up your cup, it's getting empty
Your drink is running low, let's refill it
You're getting drunk, I'm getting thirsty
You're intoxicated, and I'm getting thirsty for more alcohol
Take off your top, it's getting toasty
It's getting warm, you should remove your clothing
You're getting drunk, you're feeling frisky
You're drunk and feeling playful
Ha ha ha!
Laughing
Girl, you're so funny
You're entertaining and humorous
Let's take some drugs, let's spend some money
Let's do drugs and spend money
Even though we hardly started
We just got started,
I can tell it's going to be a party
But it's going to be a wild and crazy party
And when it gets loud and rowdy
When the party gets louder and more chaotic
I bet you're gonna wanna make it about your body
You'll likely want to draw attention to yourself and your physical appearance
Girl, you know that vibe
You're familiar with the feeling and atmosphere of a wild and crazy party
Gets in your viens and you just can't help it
It overtakes you and you're unable to resist it
Good girls go bad, go wild
Even 'good' girls can act recklessly and have fun
Stress on the brain - heat it up, melt it
Stress can be released by partying and letting loose
Let it drip to the floor
Just let everything go and express yourself
I want to see your primal side
I want to see the uninhibited, instinctive part of you
Now when you can't skip anymore
When you're too tired to dance
That's the cue for one final round
Let's have one more round of drinks before the night ends
It's nothing personal
I'm not trying to offend you or hurt your feelings
I'm just not touching your body
I'm not interested in getting intimate with you
Let's start a war
Let's stir up some trouble or start a fight
If you're feeling naughty
If you're feeling mischievous
More money!
Let's spend even more money
Contributed by Juliana G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
DambREW
I remember this song so I took a trip down memory lane I feel like this needs attention and going to share it
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Daniel Edwards
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Austin Trask
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Emma Danilowitz
Best video yet