About the song
Pink Floyd’s 1973 hit “Money” is one of the standout tracks from their iconic album The Dark Side of the Moon. Known for its distinctive 7/4 time signature and innovative use of sound effects, the song features the sounds of cash registers, coins, and paper money, creating an immersive auditory experience.
The lyrics, written by Roger Waters, offer a critical look at the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism. David Gilmour’s gritty vocals and masterful guitar solo, combined with the band’s tight rhythm section, create a compelling and memorable track.
“Money” showcases Pink Floyd’s musical innovation and their ability to blend rock with social commentary. It remains one of their most popular songs, a testament to the band’s lasting influence and the timeless appeal of The Dark Side of the Moon.
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Money, get awayGet a good job with more pay and you’re okayMoney, it’s a gasGrab that cash with both hands and make a stashNew car, caviar, four-star daydreamThink I’ll buy me a football teamMoney, get backI’m alright, Jack, keep your hands off of my stackMoney, it’s a hitDon’t give me that do-goody-good bullshitI’m in the high-fidelity first class traveling setAnd I think I need a Lear jetMoney, it’s a crimeShare it fairly, but don’t take a slice of my pieMoney, so they sayIs the root of all evil todayBut if you ask for a rise it’s no surpriseThat they’re giving none awayAway, away, awayAway, away, awayI was in the rightYes, absolutely in the rightI certainly was in the rightI was definitely in the right, geezer was cruising for a bruisingWhy does anyone do anything?YeahWhy does anyone do anything?I don’t know, I was really drunk at the timeI was just telling him it was in, he couldn’t get into number twoHe was asking why it wasn’t coming up on fader elevenSo after our yelling and screamingI’m telling him why it wasn’t coming on fader eleven