Money
The Beatles
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The best things in life are free But you can keep them for the birds and bees Now give me money That's what I want That's what I want, yeah That's what I want You're lovin' gives me a thrill But you're lovin' don't pay my bills Now give me 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 That's what I want, yeah That's what I want, wah 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 That's what I want, yeah That's what I want Well now give me money A lot of money Wow, yeah, I wanna be free Oh I want money That's what I want That's what I want, well Now give me money A lot of money Wow, yeah, you need money Now, give me money That's what I want, yeah That's what I want
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Written by: Janie Bradford, Berry Gordy Jr., BERRY JR GORDY
Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Songwriter"Money (That's What I Want)" was not originally written by The Beatles. It was composed by Berry Gordy and Janie Bradford and first performed by Barrett Strong in 1959.
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Cover VersionThe Beatles' version of "Money" is actually a cover of Barrett Strong's original hit. It is The Beatles' most covered song from another artist.
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Album InclusionThe song was included on The Beatles' second UK album "With The Beatles" released in 1963.
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Music GenreThe track is categorized under the genre of Rhythm and Blues, reflecting the band's early influences.
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Recording"Money" was recorded in seven takes at the EMI Studios (now Abbey Road) on July 18, 1963.
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Production TeamThe song's production was helmed by the legendary producer George Martin.
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Lead VocalsIt was one of few songs where John Lennon provided the main vocals.
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Lennon's FavoriteJohn Lennon reportedly said that "Money" was one of his favorite tracks on the album "With The Beatles".
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Musical Influence"Money" demonstrated The Beatles' love of American R&B music and was one of the songs that shaped their own musical style.
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ReissuesThe song has been reissued on several Beatles compilations, including the "Beatles for Sale" album in 1964 and the "Past Masters, Volume One" compilation in 1988.
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Live PerformancesThe Beatles often performed "Money" during their early live performances in 1962 and 1963, but it was dropped from their setlist after 1964.
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Cover Versions by Other ArtistsNumerous other artists have covered "Money," including The Kingsmen, The Rolling Stones, and The Flying Lizards.
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