Money, Money, Money
ABBA
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I work all night, I work all day, to pay the bills I have to pay Ain't it sad And still there never seems to be a single penny left for me That's too bad In my dreams I have a plan If I got me a wealthy man I wouldn't have to work at all, I'd fool around and have a ball Money, money, money Must be funny In the rich man's world Money, money, money Always sunny In the rich man's world Aha aha All the things I could do If I had a little money It's a rich man's world It's a rich man's world A man like that is hard to find but I can't get him off my mind Ain't it sad And if he happens to be free I bet he wouldn't fancy me That's too bad So I must leave, I'll have to go To Las Vegas or Monaco And win a fortune in a game, my life will never be the same Money, money, money Must be funny In the rich man's world Money, money, money Always sunny In the rich man's world Aha aha All the things I could do If I had a little money It's a rich man's world Money, money, money Must be funny In the rich man's world Money, money, money Always sunny In the rich man's world Aha aha All the things I could do If I had a little money It's a rich man's world It's a rich man's world
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Written by: Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Writing Process"Money, Money, Money" was written by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, the male members of ABBA, with lyrics by Ulvaeus.
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Song ReleaseThe song was officially released as a single on 1st November 1976, and included in their album, "Arrival".
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Chart SuccessThe song achieved considerable success in several countries, peaking at number 1 in Australia, Belgium, France, and New Zealand. It reached number 2 in the UK charts and number 3 in Germany and Switzerland. However, in the USA, it peaked at a modest number 56 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Song ThemesAccording to Björn Ulvaeus, the song's lyrics were inspired by the contrast between the perception of "glamorous" pop star life and their reality of hard work and constant pressure.
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Music Technique"Money, Money, Money" is known for its use of layered harmonies and is known for its rich sound achieved by combining the sounds of the piano, guitar, and keyboard.
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Album HighlightThe song is one of the most popular and recognisable songs on the "Arrival" album.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Money, Money, Money" was directed by Lasse Hallström, who directed most of ABBA's videos. The video takes place in an opera house and features the female members of ABBA as actresses who are dreaming of luxurious lifestyles.
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Song CoversThe song has been covered by many artists worldwide, including a notable 2008 version by UK folk band Maddy Prior & The Carnival Band.
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Musical Theatre"Money, Money, Money" is used in Mamma Mia! the popular ABBA-based musical and film, fitting into the storyline as a character laments her financial troubles.
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Cultural ImpactOver years, the song has become an anthem to mock capitalist obsession and income disparities, a common societal theme today. It continues to be used in various media, including films, television series and commercials.
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