In 2004, the band achieved commercial success with their debut album, Contraband. Despite positive reviews, some critics initially described Velvet Revolver as a mere combination of Stone Temple Pilots and Guns N'Roses, and criticizing them for a "disconnection" between Weiland and the rest of the band. With their single "Slither", they won the 2005 Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance. The band released Libertad in 2007, driven by the release of the single "She Builds Quick Machines", and embarked on a tour with Alice in Chains.
In April 2008, Weiland was fired from Velvet Revolver and reunited with Stone Temple Pilots. Velvet Revolver was put on indefinite hiatus and in November of that year, requested to be released by their record label RCA Records to allow themselves "complete freedom to go through whatever process it would take to accomplish" replacing Weiland.
Although Velvet Revolver worked on new material and auditioned new singers following Scott Weiland's departure, the band has not released any new material and only performed publicly once since 2008, when they reunited with Weiland for a one-off reunion show on January 12, 2012, at a benefit concert. This proved to be their last performance together before Weiland's death on December 3, 2015. Slash and McKagan later rejoined Guns N' Roses in 2016. On December 3, 2015, Weiland was found dead on his tour bus around 9 pm, one day before he was to perform in Minnesota with his band the Wildabouts, which ended the possible reunion. Both Slash and McKagan rejoined Guns N' Roses in 2016.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Velvet_Revolver
Studio albums
Contraband (2004)
Libertad (2007)
Money
Velvet Revolver Lyrics
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get a good job with more pay and you're O.K.
money, it's a gas
grab that cash with both hands and make a stash
new car, caviar, four star daydream
think I'll buy me a football team
Money, get back
money, it's a hit
don't give me that do goody good bullshit
I'm in the hi-fidelity first class travelling set
and I think I need a Lear jet
Money, it's a crime
share it fairly but don't take a slice of my pie
money, so they say
is the root of all evil today
but if you ask for a rise it's no surprise that they're
giving none away, away, away
The lyrics of the song "Money" by Velvet Revolver reflect the ideas of having wealth and its powerful impact on people. The song encourages people to work hard to earn more money and enjoy the luxuries of life. The first verse emphasizes the importance of having a good job that pays well, which can bring comfort and security.
In the second verse, the singer warns others to keep their hands off his stack of money, indicating his possessive nature toward the wealth he has accumulated. He also mocks the idea of being a "do goody good" person, implying that he would rather focus on enjoying the benefits of his wealth rather than addressing social issues.
The final verse mentions the controversial belief that money is the root of all evil. The singer acknowledges this idea but also recognizes the reality that asking for a raise at work often results in denial. Overall, the song highlights the allure and corrupting nature of money, and how it changes people's priorities.
Line by Line Meaning
Money, get away
Money can allow you to escape your responsibilities and problems.
Get a good job with more pay and you're O.K.
Having a well-paying job can relieve financial stress and provide comfort.
Money, it's a gas
Money can bring happiness and satisfaction to life.
Grab that cash with both hands and make a stash
Seize every opportunity to accumulate wealth and build a financial reserve.
New car, caviar, four star daydream
Money can provide the means to indulge in luxurious fantasies.
Think I'll buy me a football team
Excessive wealth can lead one to make ostentatious purchases like owning a sports team.
Money, get back
Beware of those who will try to take your money from you.
I'm alright, Jack, keep your hands off my stack
I'm doing just fine with my current financial status, so don't try to take what's mine.
Money, it's a hit
Money is a commodity that people value and desire.
Don't give me that do goody good bullshit
Don't preach about generosity and fairness when it comes to money, because everyone wants to keep what they have.
I'm in the hi-fidelity first class travelling set
I'm part of the elite group who can afford to travel luxuriously.
And I think I need a Lear jet
Excessive wealth can lead to irrational desires and purchases like a private jet.
Money, it's a crime
The unequal distribution of wealth is unfair and a societal issue.
Share it fairly but don't take a slice of my pie
While wealth should be redistributed fairly, individuals are often reluctant to give up their own personal wealth.
Money, so they say
There is a widely held belief that money is the cause of many societal issues.
Is the root of all evil today
Money is often blamed for causing greed, corruption, and other societal issues.
But if you ask for a rise it's no surprise that they're giving none away, away, away
While it may be fair to ask for a raise, it's not unexpected for a company to reject such a request.
Contributed by Jayden C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@lillyholland3605
Definitely a solo that Gilmour could appreciate!!
@chrisspite3503
Absolute classic amazing song
@alekseistrelkov3085
Just watched this movie, fantastic Italian job, fantastic song I can't drink without...this remake turned really well!
@jb5673
I'm lovin'it
@rmonis13
27 million worth of gold!!!
@kristoffmarquez8541
Holy spirit
@BOBPOPROCK
alguien me puede decir por qué esta versión tiene más volumen que otras? cual es la version que tiene el volumen correcto?? esta? o las otras que alguien colocó en youtube muchos años antes?
@gioperdomo8353
Like I said!...Scott can cover anything n anyone!..
@TheAlan007007
The Italian Job Movie. Pretty good. Nice soundtrack.
@scarlettcrowns
Best movie.