U Can Be
St. Vincent Lyrics

Money is the Bentley parked on Wall Street
Money is represented by the luxury cars seen parked on Wall Street.

Money is the new friends you make each week
Money attracts new acquaintances who only show up when money is involved.

Money is the inside guy at the bank
Money buys connections and access to opportunities that you wouldn't otherwise have.

Money is the yacht right before it sank
Money can buy extravagant things that can be lost quickly.

Bet you never thought you'd want so much
You may not realize how much you want or need money until you have none.

Bet you never thought it'd be so tough
Acquiring or maintaining money can be a difficult and arduous task.

So you sell your soul for a piece of the pie
Sometimes making a deal or compromising your values is necessary to gain wealth or success.

Now you can't sleep so you don't even try
The stress and pressure of chasing money can negatively impact your physical and emotional well-being.

I wouldn't want to be like you
The artist does not envy or respect the lifestyle and choices associated with pursuing wealth at all costs.

You tell a lie, you tell a lie, you tell a lie
Deception and dishonesty are common practices in the pursuit of monetary gain.

But that don't make it true
Lies cannot change the actual truth of a situation or behavior.

Money is the monkey giving you a back ache
Money can cause stress and physical ailments despite being desired for its supposed benefits.

Money is the grease in the palm of the handshake
Money can lubricate or facilitate agreements and interactions between people.

Money covers up all the evidence
Money can conceal or manipulate the truth of a situation or crime.

Not taking all the money would have made the best sense
Sometimes, choosing not to take advantage of or hoard wealth is the most logical option for long-term success and happiness.

Bet you never thought you'd bleed that much
The pursuit or attainment of money can involve significant pain and sacrifice.

Bet you never thought I'd be so rough
The artist, who may have been wronged by someone seeking money, is unwilling to forgive or forget their actions.

You thought you could beat them at their game
You may believe you can outsmart or manipulate those involved in the acquisition and use of money.

But they wrote the rules, now you take the blame
Powerful individuals or institutions have set up systems and regulations that favor themselves and make it difficult for others to succeed, often resulting in negative consequences for those who try.

All the players on the sidelines
Those who are not directly involved in the pursuit of or fight over money.

Feigning shock and innocence
Acting surprised and naïve despite having some knowledge or complicity in the situation.

Hear no, see no, speak no evil
Intentionally avoiding acknowledging, addressing, or correcting unethical or illegal practices for the sake of personal interest or gain.

Take the fall for all of the play
Assuming responsibility or blame for the outcomes of a situation, whether they deserve it or not, while others avoid consequences.

Money is the orange jumpsuit you're wearing
Money can lead to criminal activity or punishment, represented by a prison uniform.

Money is the gray roots in your blonde hair and
Money cannot prevent or reverse the natural aging process, represented by the appearance of grey hair.

Money is the ex-wife and the ex-girlfriends
Money can come with the complications and difficulties caused by past relationships tied to wealth or status.

Money you hid is the money they're spending
Money that is kept secret or hidden can be discovered and used by others, resulting in negative consequences for the original owner.

Here's to the brand new diamond bracelet
Toast to expensive, unfulfilling items that are acquired through money but do not bring real happiness or fulfillment.

Here's to the too tight ankle bracelet
Toast to the restrictive and limiting nature of money and the consequences that come with obtaining it.

Here's to the days before you went down
Toast to the days before a downfall or negative consequences occurred as a result of the pursuit or misuse of money.

'Cause what goes around comes around and around
Karma or negative consequences from negative actions will eventually catch up to those who engage in them.

No, that don't make it true
Reiteration that lies or deceit cannot change the actual truth of a situation, even if widely believed or accepted.

Ooh, that don't make it true
Further emphasis that even if the surrounding implications or actions may suggest a certain truth, lies or false beliefs cannot change the actual facts.