All 'Bout the Money

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About All 'Bout the Money

"All 'Bout the Money" (sometimes spelled as "All About the Money") is a song written by Meja and Douglas Carr, and recorded by Meja for her 1998 album Seven Sisters. and released as a single the same year. It peaked within the top ten in Denmark, Greece, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden. In the UK "All 'Bout the Money" reached number 12.


Year:
1998
2:54
50 
#2

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Sometimes I find another world
Inside my mind
When I realize
The crazy things we do
It makes me feel ashamed to be alive
It makes me want to run away and hide

[Chorus]
It's all 'bout the money
It's all 'bout the dumb dum,
And I don't think It's funny
To see us fade away
It's all 'bout the money
It's all 'bout the dumb dum,
And I think we got it all wrong anyway

We find strange ways of showing
Them how much we really care
When in fact
We just don't seem to care at all
This pretty world 
Is getting out of hand
So tell me how we fail to understand?

[Chorus: x3]

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Meja

Meja (born Anna Pernilla Torndahl, Nynäshamn, Stockholm County), is a Swedish composer, artist and singer. Among her best known songs are "I'm Missing You","All 'Bout the Money" and "Private Emotion" (duet with Ricky Martin). She also gained popularity after her single "How Crazy are You?" was used as the main theme music for the Xbox video game Dead or Alive Xtreme Beach Volleyball. more »

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Written by: DOUGLAS IAN CARR, MEJA ANNA PERNILLA BECKMAN

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12 facts about this song

Release and Commercial Success
"All 'Bout the Money" is a popular track from the Swedish artist Meja. The song was officially released in 1998 and it quickly became a hit in many countries, charting in Ukraine, Norway, and New Zealand.
Album Details
The song is a part of Meja's second album, which goes by the same name - "Seven Sisters." The album was released on 23 February 1998 and contained songs with a variety of pop and rock genres.
Creative Team
The song was written by Meja and two major Swedish producers Douglas Carr and Billy Mann. Douglas Carr in particular, is famous for his engagement with Ace of Base, a popular band of that time.
Theme
The song's lyrics concentrate on the pervasive influence of money in society. In a very catchy and melodious way, it expresses discomfort at the importance given to money over human relationships and happiness.
Music Video
The music video of the song features Meja in a surrealistic reality where printed money is falling from the sky and forms the surroundings. The visuals represent the theme of the song effectively.
Critical Response
The song received positive reviews from critics, who noted its catchy tune and impactful lyrics that reflect on societal values.
Chart Performance
"All 'Bout the Money" peaked at #12 on the Swedish music charts, and it also performed well globally, reaching #2 in Norway, #9 in New Zealand, and #33 on the UK Singles Chart.
Discography
Meja is recognized for her contributions to pop and soft rock, however, "All 'Bout the Money" stands as one of her most well-known tracks globally.
Frequent Usage In Media
"All 'Bout The Money" has been used frequently as background music in television and radio programs, particularly during segments focusing on wealth and lifestyle.
Not Released In the U.S
Despite its worldwide success, the song was not released as a single in the United States. As of now, it only managed to appeal to the European and Asian audiences.
Popularity in Japan
The song was particularly successful in Japan, where it was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) after selling over 400,000 copies.
Cover Version
One interesting fact about "All 'Bout the Money" is that it has also been covered by other artists across the world due to its universal theme and catchy tune. For instance, Taiwanese singer Jeannie Hsieh included a Mandarin version of the song on her 2008 album.

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