"Money"

[LindaC781]

Love this song!

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And I love the way he raps on this!

Great song from HIStory Album 1995.
Lyrics:
"Money" Written and composed by Michael Jackson.

Money
Money
Lie for it
Spy for it
Kill for it
Die for it

So you call it trust
But I say it's just
In the devil's game
Of greed and lust

They don't care
They'd do me for the money
They don't care
They use me for the money

So you go to church
Read the holy word
In the scheme of life
It's all absurd

They don't care
They'd kill for the money
Do or dare
The thrill for the money

You're saluting the flag
Your country trusts you
Now you're wearing a badge
You're called the "Just Few"
And you're fighting the wars
A soldier must do
I'll never betray or deceive you my friend but...

If you show me the cash
Then I will take it
If you tell me to cry
Then I will fake it
If you give me a hand
Then I will shake it

You do anything for money...

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil

Insurance?
Where do your loyalties lie?
Is that your alibi?
I don't think so
You don't care
You'd do her for the money
Say it's fair
You sue her for the money
Want your pot of gold
Need the Midas touch
Bet you sell your soul
Cuz your God is such
You don't care
You kill for the money
Do or dare
The thrill for the money

Are you infected with the same disease of lust, gluttoney and greed?
Then watch the ones
With the biggest smiles
The idle jabbers...
Cuz they're the backstabbers

If you know it's a lie
Then you will swear it
If you give it with guilt
Then you will bear it
If it's taking a chance
Then you will dare it

You do anything for money...

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil

You say you wouldn't do it
For all the money in the world
I don't think so
If you show me the man
Then I will sell him
If you ask me to lie
Then I will tell him
If you're stealing with God
Then you will hell him

You do anything for money

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil
(Repeat 8 times)

[Pentum]

I like it too. But the song isn't really typical MJ :p

[BruceWayne]

I like it too. But the song isn't really typical MJ :p

That is exactly what I love about this :D

But then, how would a typical MJ song sound like?
It's like MJ has a different character to all his songs, and changes his voice and the way pronounce (or don't pronounce) the words.

Every song as like an "act" where he makes sure his voice fits into the surroundings.
I don't think I've ever heard another singer with so many ways to change his voice and the way he sings.

[Mystic]

Sometimes I like the song, sometimes I don't. Depends on the day. Lyrically, it's good. But the style just seems off for Michael. But somedays I love it.

[Pentum]

^Yeah, that's exactly how I fell.

[MimiK]

extortion schemes stink.

this song hides nothing.

[wannabestartinsomthin21]

That is exactly what I love about this :D

But then, how would a typical MJ song sound like?
It's like MJ has a different character to all his songs, and changes his voice and the way pronounce (or don't pronounce) the words.

Every song as like an "act" where he makes sure his voice fits into the surroundings.
I don't think I've ever heard another singer with so many ways to change his voice and the way he sings.

Totally. Michael's got the most versatile voice I've ever heard. He can fit it to any genre or emotion he wants.

"Money" is one of my favorite songs off "History". It's really hard hitting, and people try to say Michael isn't really rapping, but he is, because the actual defintion for "rap" is rhyming to a rhythmic beat or melody. So whatever, he is rapping, and he does a damn good job too. And it's lyrically really strong too.

[Jabz]

Its on my iPod along with Tabloid Junkie... Generally I'm not for those kind of songs, but they're just really well done. TJ is more for the backing vocals and such. Money is just a top song.

[stineLOVESmichael]

money has always been in my top 5. even was my favorite for a long time(but I change my fav. every week)..

I love his voice there and the rhythm is insane..
for those who says it's not really Mj style? if it's any's style it's got to be michael's!
The way he used his voice,talks in the verses is like dangerous! and then when he sings that "anything.anything..ehh" ell only he could do that,lol..I think it's really MJ style more than anything else..

luv it

[michaelsson]

adore it 2 the fullest i love how he says monaaaay lol

[giddyup87]

'you want it, you earn it with dignity"

love that bit... :)

brilliant layering and backing tracks throughout the song. The breathing just before the chorus adds great character to the song, creates the feeling of dodgy, secret, backstabbing behaviour.... a little genius touch.

[Stargirl]

A great song...reminds me sometimes of the likes of Tabloid Junkie or even Jam sometimes. But Money is really a good piece...he should perform it this summer/winter! (for all those haters that put allegations against him).

[stineLOVESmichael]

the part where u hav to "focus" to hear :
money makes the world go round"
is brilliant :D
like someone said they layering is amazing

[SuperLee]

Great song, I have to be in the mood though lol

[ForeverBeInPeaceMichael]

my fav verse is "cuz they are the backstabber"

:woohoo:

[BONGANI]

"Ja nerd it/ ja nerd it/ ja nerd it / ja know/" Do you know that part? Dnt knw what he actualy says as per usual.

[ruchie]

I loved this song the 1st time I heard it and I still love it,I have my reasons.
It's a Killer song.

[Silouette]

"Ja nerd it/ ja nerd it/ ja nerd it / ja know/"
Do you know that part? Dnt knw what he actualy says as per usual.
You talkin' about near the end? The ad libbing?

He says "You're dirty! You're dirty! You're dirty!"

Then the last bit of that it sounds like he says, "You thought".
Not really sure about that part tho but thats what it sounds like to me.

I also like when he names all these rich people. People with MONEY.
Took me a minute to understand all the names but I got it! Lol!

:D

[BONGANI]

You talkin' about near the end? The ad libbing?

He says "You're dirty! You're dirty! You're dirty!"

Then the last bit of that it sounds like he says, "You thought".
Not really sure about that part tho but thats what it sounds like to me.

I also like when he names all these rich people. People with MONEY.
Took me a minute to understand all the names but I got it! Lol!

:D
lol yeah thats the part, thanx..

[blue_eyed_belle]

I used to think that 'Money' is a marmite (either love or hate) song. I used to always skip it when listening to the album, but nowadays it definitely depends on my mood.

[mjjmsc]

great song, very strong!

[Love.him]

Me too. I love the original version of the song.


I loved this song the 1st time I heard it and I still love it,I have my reasons.
It's a Killer song.

[bubbyduck4MJ]

It's so catchy! I think I only have the remix tho?

[CaptainEoLove85]

Money is one of the best songs Michael ever did IMO. It's in my top favorites. When I first heard it, I kept replaying it. That's how much I love it. The lyrics are genius. Love this part in particular

"Are you infected with the same disease
Of lust, gluttony and greed?
Then watch the ones
With the biggest smiles
The idle jabbers...Cuz they're the backstabbers"

[Arklove]

Love this song!

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And I love the way he raps on this!

Great song from HIStory Album 1995.
Lyrics:
"Money" Written and composed by Michael Jackson.

Money
Money
Lie for it
Spy for it
Kill for it
Die for it

So you call it trust
But I say it's just
In the devil's game
Of greed and lust

They don't care
They'd do me for the money
They don't care
They use me for the money

So you go to church
Read the holy word
In the scheme of life
It's all absurd

They don't care
They'd kill for the money
Do or dare
The thrill for the money

You're saluting the flag
Your country trusts you
Now you're wearing a badge
You're called the "Just Few"
And you're fighting the wars
A soldier must do
I'll never betray or deceive you my friend but...

If you show me the cash
Then I will take it
If you tell me to cry
Then I will fake it
If you give me a hand
Then I will shake it

You do anything for money...

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil

Insurance?
Where do your loyalties lie?
Is that your alibi?
I don't think so
You don't care
You'd do her for the money
Say it's fair
You sue her for the money
Want your pot of gold
Need the Midas touch
Bet you sell your soul
Cuz your God is such
You don't care
You kill for the money
Do or dare
The thrill for the money

Are you infected with the same disease of lust, gluttoney and greed?
Then watch the ones
With the biggest smiles
The idle jabbers...
Cuz they're the backstabbers

If you know it's a lie
Then you will swear it
If you give it with guilt
Then you will bear it
If it's taking a chance
Then you will dare it

You do anything for money...

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil

You say you wouldn't do it
For all the money in the world
I don't think so
If you show me the man
Then I will sell him
If you ask me to lie
Then I will tell him
If you're stealing with God
Then you will hell him

You do anything for money

Anything
Anything
Anything for money
Would lie for you
Would die for you
Even sell my soul to the devil
(Repeat 8 times)

I LOVE this song! These lyrics are some of the most creative, hard-hitting lyrics I've ever heard, GENIUS!


I like it too. But the song isn't really typical MJ :p

I actually think this is very typical MJ, AMAZING!

[littlesparrow]

This has been one of my very favorite of his songs for a long time now. I just can't get enough of it. I love the vocals. That soft low, almost whisper/growl "you would do anything for money" - amazing.

Not to mention the lyrics are brilliant.

"You're saluting the flag
Your country trusts you
Now you're wearing a badge
You're called the "Just Few"
And you're fighting the wars
A soldier must do
I'll never betray or deceive you my friend but..."

I love listening to this one with headphones on.
SUCH an underrated track.

[amygrace]

^I second all that!
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this song! It is so awesome, right on and well written.

[eXceLOfFam1]

i definitely think MJ could have rapped out a real song, like a real rapper would, i kno technically he is rapping on this song, but i dont consider that rapping lol, he definitely has the presence and swagger to do so, especially on the stage!

[Courtney]

I think this song is brilliant. There's just something I really love about the whole style and the lyrics of the song. He really put in how he felt and it's definitely a song that everybody can relate to, if that makes sense. Many artists now talk about money in their songs but in a greedy/selfish way and how they WANT money. Nobody has the guts now to write and sing a song like this. Only Michael and that's why I love him and this song.

[callmerose]

I have always liked this song. For one thing, he is telling like it is. And I also like that he is speaking or rapping, whatever you want to call it, in his real voice which is lower than he usually speaks when he is in public.

[jdigga1288]

I also like when he names all these rich people. People with MONEY.
Took me a minute to understand all the names but I got it! Lol!

:D

I've never heard that part. What are the names? Now I'm intrigued. :D

[littlesparrow]

I've never heard that part. What are the names? Now I'm intrigued. :D

Morgan, Trump, Rockafeller. I think, anyway.
I love that part too.

[MattyJam]

Morgan, Trump, Rockafeller. I think, anyway.
I love that part too.

And at the end just before the track breaks down he says "Getty, Getty, GETTY GETTY GETTY" - such a cool bit.

[littlesparrow]

And at the end just before the track breaks down he says "Getty, Getty, GETTY GETTY GETTY" - such a cool bit.

Oh is that what he says?
Haha, I always thought it was "get it"!

[JMie]

I love this song. It's my favourite from the HIStory album.

[mjbaybee]

The lyrics are genius. Love this part in particular

"Are you infected with the same disease
Of lust, gluttony and greed?
Then watch the ones
With the biggest smiles
The idle jabbers...Cuz they're the backstabbers"

BEST PART OF THE SONG! and the way he sang it too .. :wub:

[MJultimatemusiclegen]

This song was on the news this morning!!!!!

[Thetruthbetold]

My part when he says "anything baby" anything for money This song was really slept on he was goin at the industry hard

[littlesparrow]

This song was on the news this morning!!!!!

Really? That's cool! What was the context?

[analogue]

My fave part of the song has to be when MJ sings ''I'll never betray or deceive you my friend but'' and then after that the beat enters the song

[MJultimatemusiclegen]

Really? That's cool! What was the context?

They were doing a report about how football clubs are getting into debt hehe. they had money on the background lol. They just kept looping the first few bars going MONEY!!!!!! LOL. i was sleeping in the chair in my living room and that noise certainly woke me up!

[littlesparrow]

They were doing a report about how football clubs are getting into debt hehe. they had money on the background lol. They just kept looping the first few bars going MONEY!!!!!! LOL. i was sleeping in the chair in my living room and that noise certainly woke me up!

Hahaha, yeah, I think we all have built-in MJ radar.
I could be doing anything and if I hear the first two bars of an MJ song I am like "WHAT WHERE?!"

That's cool though. :)

[Gonetoosoon]

Morgan, Trump, Rockafeller. I think, anyway.
I love that part too.

OMG

This blew my mind! I never noticed this before! I think he says a name before Morgan too but I can't quite make it out! Hmm!

[Silouette]

^ LOL! It tripped me out too when I first realized what MJ was saying.

He says " Vanderbilt" right before he says "Morgan."



Dang, I forgot all about my post in here.:timer:

*pulls out the HIStory cd*

[Lucilla]

after a little research, I think he said "Vanderbilt, Morgan, Trump, Rockefeller, Carnegie, Getty" he's mentioning honest people who earn their money with dignity, because Before those names, he says "If you want it, you earn it with dignity".

What a great mind! I'm amazed again :D

[Silouette]

Right you are Lucilla :) 'Cept I thought I was hearing Heinekin where you have Carnegie.
But that could be also. :yes:

I was also hearing Getty,Getty,Getty, GATES. AS in Bill Gates.

[mjfan1990]

michael said the truth on money If you show me the cash Then I will take it If you tell me to cry Then I will fake it If you give me a hand Then I will shake it You do anything for money that comes to show u that people will do anything for money

[thiron]

For English isn't my native language, can somebody explain me what or who MJ means with the "idle jabbers", please?

[Zhao]

michael is a genius

[Silouette]

^Totally.

[respect77]

my fav verse is "cuz they are the backstabber"

:woohoo:

Mine too. Or more precisely:

With the biggest smiles
The idle jabbers...
Cuz they're the backstabbers

Genius lyrics!

[Gonetoosoon]

For English isn't my native language, can somebody explain me what or who MJ means with the "idle jabbers", please?

Michael is just referring to people who talk about him behind his back and who spread rumours. He's talking about those who pretend to be his friend but really they're just back stabbers.

[thiron]

Thanks for explanation, Gonetosoon :)
Yeah, I understood he meant people who pretended to be nice but then "stabbed his back", but the "idle jabbers" confused me :)

[Alma]

Love the lyrics of this funky track. .. And, as always, the little surprises he belts out more or less clearly, like the names of those multi-millionaires. .. Love this rawness.

[Robotrock04]

One of his most underatted songs!

[Silouette]

Thanks for explanation, Gonetosoon :)
Yeah, I understood he meant people who pretended to be nice but then "stabbed his back", but the "idle jabbers" confused me :)
Yeah and Idle Jabbers are people who talk trash about someone cuz they have nothing better to do.

[MechaJackson]

Actually the Rockefellers did not earn their money with dignity. They used the government to wipe out the competition through policies which helped them become monopolies, also known as the famous "robber-barons". Not very good...