Millionaire
The Arsonists Lyrics

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Who wants to be a millionaire?
Don't worry now just take your time
You have your water, your wife, plus three life lines
Who wants to be a millionaire?
Get it right and for sure you'll be proud
And if you need help you can even ask the heads in the crowd
Who wants to be a millionaire?
Questions like these can take for weeks

But for 30 seconds you can call one of your peeps
Who wants to be a millionaire?
But get it wrong, and you'll lose your cash
So I advise you, split the answer half and half

What up playas and playettes, and studio audience guests?
You tuned into the show that got you thinkin for the dough
One million in cash if the right answer match
You can spend it in the clubs or save it in a stash
Our first contestant:
Worf outta borath
Who hate half ass niggaz, he spit a lot so build a raft
Contestant number two:
I'm mister quiles from the bronx
Where rap first got its props and street kids open barber shops
Our third contestant:
From Bushwick Brooklyn, better known as Crooklyn
Swel boogie, he'll keep you Lookin
Well then, now that we met our three contestants
Sit your stink ass down and get ready for the first question!

Complete the phrase:
If you want to join the crew, you must see me, you can't sound like..
Stan & Paulie?
Shan & Marley?
Abraham & Correy?
Capone-n-nore?
Who'll answer it for me?
Is it Shan & Marley?
Good guessing, next question!

Which one of these choices make it harder to walk the block:
Is it a) the liquor shop?
B) dealers lacin the red top?
C) closin the weed spot?
D) the beast with black glocks, that rock knots
Claimin they heard shots, makin it more hot?
I'd say: d) the beast, watch ol' flatfoot walk the streets
Whoop whoop, pull over that's the sound of da police
Is that your final answer?
Yes y'all!
Correct! now lets pick it up a notch with more dough to collect

What was rakim before he became what he is today?
Is it a) mc?
B) be-boy?
C) graff head?
Or d) dj?
I think it's: c) graff head, before becomin a microphone fiend
He tagged with jungle green, that's what the magazine said
Now is that your final answer?
Yes y'all!
Correct! now lets take it up a notch for more loot to collect

Which dress possess the best breast:
Dolly parton in a cowboy vest?
Tyra banks in stretch?
Lisa lisa in sweats?
Or lil' kim at the grammys, showin half of her chest?
What's gonna be your guess, now wait, take a minute to invest
Who needs a minute when we know it's lisa lisa
Bonita freaky latina, if you're watchin I want to meet ya
Is that your final answer?
Yes y'all!
Correct! now lets take it up a notch with some more loot to collect
It seems like these contestants are on the right track
So after these messages we'll be right back!

We'd like to thank our sponsors, without them we wouldn't be here
Now back to our contestants on who wants to be a millionaire

Which of these would correct for the smell in a project building:
Is it a) dirty diapers?
B) pissin on the wall?
C) beer on the floor?
D) blunt smoke in the hall?
Can I choose all, one out of four is a little tricky to call
But I believe it's: b)
Why?
My stair case is like a stall with my moms lockin me out
And I'm drunk pissin in corridors
Now is that your final answer?
Yes y'all!
Correct! now lets take it up a notch with more loot to collect

Darth Vader is the father of this guy, here's a sample:
Is it Luke Skywalker?
Luke perry?
Groovy lou?
Or Luther Campbell?
I'll use one of my life lines
This money's for my daughter
Okay, the heads is sayin it's Luke Skywalker
Is that your final answer?
Yes y'all!
Correct! now lets take it up a notch with more cash to collect

What's the best way to get on:
Is it a) soundin like them?
B) throw money on tables?
C) gettin it in the anal?
Or is it d) start up your own label, nurture it from the cradle
Back and forth to sacrifice but be always willin and able?
Life line, quick! what's the answer? the choice is on the table
Who better than do it yourself
I'd say: start your own label
Is that your final answer?
Yes y'all!
Correct! now lets pick it up a notch with more dough to collect
That sound indicates that we have ran out of time
So tune in next week when we continue to climb

Who wants to be a millionaire?
Don't worry now just take your time
You have your water, your wife, plus three life lines
Who wants to be a millionaire?
Get it right and for sure you'll be proud
And if you need help you can even ask the heads in the crowd
Who wants to be a millionaire?
Questions like these can take for weeks
But for 30 seconds you can call one of your peeps
Who wants to be a millionaire?
But get it wrong, and you'll lose your cash
So I advise you, split the answer half and half

Who wants to be a millionaire?

Overall Meaning

The Arsonists's song "Millionaire" is a commentary on the allure and pitfalls of chasing after money. The song is fashioned after the popular game show of the same name, which offers contestants the chance to win a million dollars by answering trivia questions correctly. The lyrics portray the contestants as individuals with distinct backgrounds and experiences, all vying for the chance to become a millionaire. The lyrics also serve as a critique on the game show culture, where greed and competition take center stage.

The song's chorus, "Who wants to be a millionaire?", is repeated throughout the song, serving as a reminder of the main question and the ultimate goal. However, the lyrics also caution that getting the answers wrong can result in the loss of all the money earned. The use of lifelines and asking the audience for help also calls into question the value of individual knowledge and expertise, highlighting the power of collective intelligence and the importance of community.

Overall, The Arsonists's "Millionaire" is a thought-provoking commentary on the pursuit of wealth and the impact it has on individuals and society as a whole. It acknowledges the allure of financial success while also pointing out the dangers of placing too much value on money.

Line by Line Meaning

Who wants to be a millionaire?
Are you ready to compete for a million dollars?

Don't worry now just take your time
Don't feel rushed, take your time to answer the questions.

You have your water, your wife, plus three life lines
You have your basic needs and extra help to support you during the competition.

Get it right and for sure you'll be proud
If you answer correctly, you'll feel a sense of accomplishment and pride.

And if you need help you can even ask the heads in the crowd
If you need assistance, you can rely on others in the audience to help you.

Questions like these can take for weeks
These types of questions are challenging and can take a long time to answer.

But for 30 seconds you can call one of your peeps
You have a short amount of time to use one of your lifelines to seek help.

But get it wrong, and you'll lose your cash
If you answer incorrectly, you'll lose the money you've earned so far.

So I advise you, split the answer half and half
To increase your chances, it's wise to split your answer in half.

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