Money
The Plastic Ono Band Lyrics
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But you can give it to the birds and bees
I want money, that's what I want
That's what I want, yeah, that's what I want
Money don't get everything, it's true
What it don't get, I can't use
Now, give me money, that's what I want
Your love give me such a thrill
But your love don't pay no bill
Now, give me money, that's what I want
That's what I want, yeah, that's what I want
Hey, now give me money
Whole lotta money
Lotsa money, give me money
That's what I want, want, yeah
That's what I want
Oh, now give me money
Whole lotta money
Yeah, give me money
Whole lotta money
That's what I want, yeah, that's what I want
The Plastic Ono Band's song "Money" seems to be a simple anthem to greed and the desire for wealth. The opening lines "The best things in life are free, but you can give it to the birds and bees" suggest an idea that true happiness cannot be bought with money. However, the desire for material things is a theme that runs throughout the rest of the song. The lyrics state "Money don't get everything, it's true. What it don't get, I can't use," indicating that although money may not be the key to fulfilling all of his desires, it is still a necessary component of his life.
The lines "Your love give me such a thrill, but your love don't pay no bill" seem to indicate that although love may be fulfilling emotionally, it cannot provide for one's financial needs. The repeated phrase "That's what I want" emphasizes the idea that money is what truly matters to the singer.
Overall, the song highlights the idea that money is important, perhaps even more important than other things in life, such as love or happiness. It is a commentary on the materialistic society in which we live and perhaps a reflection of the desire for wealth that exists in many people.
Line by Line Meaning
The best things in life are free
Although some things in life are not materialistic and can bring immense happiness and satisfaction, they don't have a monetary value.
But you can give it to the birds and bees
All the non-materialistic things in life cannot be converted into money and can only be shared with nature and the environment.
I want money, that's what I want
The singer's sole desire is to accumulate money and he values it above everything else.
That's what I want, yeah, that's what I want
The singer is quite fixated on the idea of making money and repeats it to emphasize his desire for it.
Money don't get everything, it's true
Even though money can buy a lot of things, it cannot purchase everything in life.
What it don't get, I can't use
The singer has no use for anything that money cannot buy, stressing the importance of monetary possessions for him.
Now, give me money, that's what I want
The singer repeatedly demands for money, as it is the only thing he seeks, and is persistent about it.
Your love give me such a thrill
The singer is thankful for the love he has received, which has given him immense pleasure and excitement.
But your love don't pay no bill
However, regardless of the happiness and pleasure love may give him, it doesn't fulfill his basic needs and wants, like paying bills.
Hey, now give me money
The singer reiterates his demand for money, as it is the only thing he seeks and cares about.
Whole lotta money
The singer specifies that he wants a considerable amount of money, implying that even a small amount won't suffice.
Lotsa money, give me money
The singer continues to express his desire for a large sum of money, emphasizing his obsession with it.
That's what I want, want, yeah
The singer asserts that money is indeed what he wants, and he highlights his unwavering stance on the matter.
Whole lotta money
The singer reiterates his desire for a large amount of money, once again underscoring his obsession with wealth.
Yeah, give me money
The singer once more repeats his demand for money, highlighting his unwavering fixation on material possessions.
That's what I want, yeah, that's what I want
The song concludes with the singer reemphasizing his desire for money as his ultimate goal and drive in life.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BERRY GORDY JR, BERRY JR GORDY, SMOKEY ROBINSON, WILLIAM ROBINSON JR.
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