Money

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About Money

"You Never Give Me Your Money" is a song by the English rock band the Beatles. It was written by Paul McCartney (though credited to Lennon–McCartney) and documented the financial and personal difficulties facing the band. The song is the first part of the medley on side two of their 1969 album Abbey Road and was recorded in stages between May and August that year. The song was the first one to be recorded for the medley, which was conceived by McCartney and producer George Martin as a finale for the Beatles' career. The backing track was recorded at Olympic Sound Studios in Barnes, London, but the remainder of overdubs occurred at EMI Studios. Musically, the song is made up of a suite of various segments, ranging from a piano ballad at the beginning through to guitar arpeggios at the end. 


Year:
1995
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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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The Beatles

The Beatles were an English rock band formed in Liverpool in 1960. They became the most commercially successful and critically acclaimed act in the history of popular music. Their best-known lineup consisted of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. Rooted in skiffle and 1950s rock and roll, they later utilised several genres, ranging from pop ballads to psychedelic rock, often incorporating classical and other elements in innovative ways. In the early 1960s, their enormous popularity first emerged as "Beatlemania", but as their songwriting grew in sophistication, they came to be perceived by many fans and cultural observers as an embodiment of the ideals shared by the era's sociocultural revolutions. more »

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Written by: Janie Bradford, Berry Gordy Jr., BERRY JR GORDY

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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.
Cover Version
The Beatles' version of "Money" is actually a cover of Barrett Strong's original hit. It is The Beatles' most covered song from another artist.
Album Inclusion
The song was included on The Beatles' second UK album "With The Beatles" released in 1963.
Music Genre
The track is categorized under the genre of Rhythm and Blues, reflecting the band's early influences.
Recording
"Money" was recorded in seven takes at the EMI Studios (now Abbey Road) on July 18, 1963.
Production Team
The song's production was helmed by the legendary producer George Martin.
Lead Vocals
It was one of few songs where John Lennon provided the main vocals.
Lennon's Favorite
John Lennon reportedly said that "Money" was one of his favorite tracks on the album "With The Beatles".
Musical Influence
"Money" demonstrated The Beatles' love of American R&B music and was one of the songs that shaped their own musical style.
Reissues
The 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.
Live Performances
The Beatles often performed "Money" during their early live performances in 1962 and 1963, but it was dropped from their setlist after 1964.
Cover Versions by Other Artists
Numerous other artists have covered "Money," including The Kingsmen, The Rolling Stones, and The Flying Lizards.

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