GREEN
Todrick Hall Lyrics
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Tonight we welcome you to the Oscars
Here are your nominees
Green! Is a way of life
And the millions would kill to see their name up in the lights
For the green is okay tonight
But be careful what you wish
And fame is what you make of it
And when your whole wide world's a stage
How much can you flaunt it?
How much can you flaunt it?
How much do you want it?
There's something about the
They want that green money
But the, the green lies
And the grass ain't greener on the other side
To get that green money
Would you walk that green mile
Then pose for the camera while you wave and you smile
For the (green)
Come and get it
C-Come and get it
Won't you get it, forget it
I'll bet that you're gonna regret it, oh
Tonight you got the green light
But once you go green, you're green for the rest of your life
Green, is a green disease
It's impossible to kill
When the whole world is at your feet
When you're green
Life is bittersweet
There's a portion that is fortunate
They rest while I repeat that
Fame is what you make of it
And when your whole wide world's a stage
How much can you flaunt it?
How much can you flaunt it?
How much do you want it?
There's something about the
They want that green money
But the, the green lies
And the grass ain't greener on the other side
To get that green money
Would you walk that green mile
Then pose for the camera while you wave and you smile
For the (green)
Come and get it
C-Come and get it
Won't you get it, forget it
I'll bet that you're gonna regret it, oh
Tonight you got the green light
But once you go green, you're green for the rest of your life
They want that fame and fortune (green)
Lights, camera, action, fashion too
And they will stop at nothing (green)
To get just one more taste of you
To get just one more taste of you
You, you, you, you
They want that green money
But the, the green lies
And the grass ain't greener on the other side
To get that green money
Would you walk that green mile
Then pose for the camera while you wave and you smile
For the (green)
Come and get it
C-Come and get it
Won't you get it, forget it
I'll bet that you're gonna regret it, oh
Tonight you got the green light
But once you go green, you're green for the rest of your life
The song "Green" by Todrick Hall is a commentary on fame and wealth. The opening lines are in the voice of an awards show host announcing the nominees for an Oscar. The song then goes into a message about how people crave money and fame, but the price they pay may not just be financial. The color green is often associated with money, and the lyrics suggest that people will do anything to achieve it, but the pursuit will consume their lives. The line "but once you go green, you're green for the rest of your life" suggests that once someone has tasted success, it will define them, and they may not be able to get past it.
The song also touches upon the idea of how much someone should flaunt their success. The line "And when your whole wide world's a stage, how much can you flaunt it?" suggests that once someone has achieved success, they need to be careful about how they present themselves to the world. The song suggests that once someone becomes successful, they will be under constant scrutiny, and they need to be careful about their actions, or they will fall from grace.
The song's chorus repeats the line "They want that green money, but the green lies," suggesting that the desire for wealth may not be worth the cost. The lyrics suggest that people are willing to do unsavory things to achieve success, but they may end up paying the price in the end.
Line by Line Meaning
Green! Is a way of life
The desire for money and fame consumes people's lives and becomes their way of life.
And the millions would kill to see their name up in the lights
Many people are willing to do anything to become famous and successful.
For the green is okay tonight
It's acceptable to chase after money and fame, especially during the Oscars ceremony.
But be careful what you wish
You should be careful what you wish for because it might not turn out the way you expect.
Because you might get what you like
Getting what you desire may have negative consequences.
And when your whole wide world's a stage
When you're famous, everything you do becomes public and is under constant scrutiny.
How much can you flaunt it?
How much can a person openly show off their success without appearing arrogant?
There's something about the
There's something enticing about the fame and fortune that comes with success.
And the grass ain't greener on the other side
The perception that other people have it easier is false.
Would you walk that green mile
Would you go to great lengths to achieve success?
Then pose for the camera while you wave and you smile
Would you pretend to be happy and successful in front of the camera, even if you're not?
But once you go green, you're green for the rest of your life
Once you become consumed by the pursuit of money and fame, it's hard to find happiness and contentment outside of it.
They want that fame and fortune (green)
Many people desire fame and fortune at any cost.
Lights, camera, action, fashion too
Success in the entertainment industry involves being in the spotlight for various reasons.
And they will stop at nothing (green)
People who are desperate for success will do anything to achieve it.
To get just one more taste of you
People will keep wanting more even if they already have achieved some level of success.
Lyrics Š Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TODRICK DRAMAUL HALL, JEAN-YVES G. DUCORNET, CARL SEANTE MCGRIER, KOFI A. OWUSI-OFORI
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@prince_chavv02
This message isn't hidden. It haunts throughout the entire song. That's why I love it! They are literally inviting people to become "green", but they know the price it comes with. Like when they say "Come and get it" it literally gives me chills!
@jimpachi98
Yeah, like our worst fears of Hollywood come to life
@marleymcclain5225
Whatâs the message ?
@prince_chavv02
@@marleymcclain5225 "Fame is What You Make of it". The message is that everyone aspires to become "green" like the celebrities that they idolize. The Green invite all of us to come and get the fame for ourselves; to enjoy having people idolize us as well, but to be ready to accept that consequences and darkness that comes with the position.
@saltywisdom
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@kingsqueakvr
@@marleymcclain5225to become green as they know the price that comes with it
@trinimami1
Why tf is he so damn creative???? I mean damn his videos are more creative than some TV shows damn it. I can't wait for the day when he wins a Grammy....Oscar or something man đĽđĽđĽđĽđĽđĽđĽ.
@mailadavis8369
Same! I would have never thought of this ever in my life
@heyheyyouyouperson
same!
@kingsufian07
I AGREEEEEEEEEE. If this is performed on BET damnnnnnn...... you don't need big names to make you fame. You need creativity like this first. Dang.