Summer Nights
West End Orchestra & Singers Lyrics
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Ain't it sad
And still there never seems to be a single penny left for me
That's too bad
In my dreams I have a plan
If I got me a wealthy man
I wouldn't have to work at all, I'd fool around and have a ball
Must be funny
In the rich man's world
Money, money, money
Always sunny
In the rich man's world
Aha-ahaaa
All the things I could do
If I had a little money
It's a rich man's world
A man like that is hard to find but I can't get him off my mind
Ain't it sad
And if he happens to be free I bet he wouldn't fancy me
That's too bad
So I must leave, I'll have to go
To Las Vegas or Monaco
And win a fortune in a game, my life will never be the same
Money, money, money
Must be funny
In the rich man's world
Money, money, money
Always sunny
In the rich man's world
Aha-ahaaa
All the things I could do
If I had a little money
It's a rich man's world
Money, money, money
Must be funny
In the rich man's world
Money, money, money
Always sunny
In the rich man's world
Aha-ahaaa
All the things I could do
If I had a little money
It's a rich man's world
It's a rich man's world
The lyrics of "Money, Money, Money" by West End Orchestra & Singers from the song "Summer Nights" depict a narrative of a person who feels trapped in a cycle of working tirelessly day and night just to make ends meet. The opening lines convey a sense of resignation and sorrow as the singer expresses the struggle of working constantly yet never having any money left for themselves. This sets the tone for the theme of financial hardship and longing for a way out.
The lyrics highlight the pervasive desire for wealth and financial freedom, as the singer dreams of finding a wealthy partner who could alleviate them from the burdens of work and allow them to indulge in a carefree lifestyle. This yearning for financial security is further emphasized through the repetition of the lines "Money, money, money, must be funny, in the rich man's world," highlighting the stark contrast between the wealthy and the working class.
The singer acknowledges the challenge of finding a wealthy partner, expressing doubt and self-criticism about their own chances of being desirable to such an individual. Despite this, they entertain the idea of pursuing a lavish lifestyle by envisioning scenarios in glamorous locations like Las Vegas or Monaco, where they could potentially change their fortune through gambling and chance.
The chorus repeats the refrain "It's a rich man's world," underscoring the overarching theme of economic inequality and the belief that financial wealth dictates one's opportunities and quality of life. The lyrics encapsulate a sense of yearning, envy, and a longing for a life unencumbered by financial struggles, ultimately painting a vivid picture of the allure and exclusivity of wealth in society.
Line by Line Meaning
I work all night, I work all day, to pay the bills I have to pay
I constantly work day and night just to keep up with my financial responsibilities
Ain't it sad
Isn't it unfortunate
And still there never seems to be a single penny left for me
Yet, I never have any money left for myself
That's too bad
That's unfortunate
In my dreams I have a plan, If I got me a wealthy man
In my fantasies, I imagine a plan where I find a rich man
I wouldn't have to work at all, I'd fool around and have a ball
I wouldn't need to work and I could just have fun all the time
Money, money, money, Must be funny, In the rich man's world
Money may be amusing in a world dominated by wealthy individuals
Always sunny, In the rich man's world
There always seems to be prosperity and happiness in the world of the wealthy
All the things I could do, If I had a little money, It's a rich man's world
I could accomplish so much more if I had some money; it truly is a world for the wealthy
A man like that is hard to find but I can't get him off my mind
It's difficult to find a man like that, but I can't stop thinking about him
And if he happens to be free I bet he wouldn't fancy me
Even if he were available, I doubt he'd be interested in me
So I must leave, I'll have to go, To Las Vegas or Monaco, And win a fortune in a game, my life will never be the same
I need to leave and try my luck in places like Las Vegas or Monaco to win a fortune and change my life
It's a rich man's world
Ultimately, it is a world where wealth holds significant power and influence
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus
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