I Need a Dollar
Aloe Blacc
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I need a dollar dollar, a dollar is what I need Hey hey Well I need a dollar dollar, a dollar is what I need Hey hey And I said I need dollar dollar, a dollar is what I need And if I share with you my story would you share your dollar with me Bad times are comin' and I reap what I don't sow Hey hey Well let me tell you somethin' all that glitters ain't gold Hey hey It's been a long old trouble long old troublesome road And I'm looking for somebody come and help me carry this load I need a dollar dollar, a dollar is what I need Hey hey Well I need a dollar dollar, a dollar is what I need Well I don't know if I'm walking on solid ground Cause everything around me is falling down And all I want - is for someone - to help me I had a job but the boss man let me go He said I'm sorry but I won't be needing your help no more I said Please mister boss man I need this job more than you know But he gave me my last paycheck and he sent me on out the door Well I need a dollar dollar, a dollar is what I need Hey hey Said I need a dollar dollar, a dollar is what I need Hey hey And I need a dollar dollar, a dollar is what I need And if I share with you my story would you share your dollar with me Well I don't know if I'm walking on solid ground Cause everything around me is crumbling down And all I want is for someone to help me What in the world am I gonna to do tomorrow Is there someone whose dollar that I can borrow Who can help me take away my sorrow Maybe its inside the bottle Maybe its inside the bottle I had some good old buddy his names is whiskey and wine Hey hey And for my good old buddy I spent my last dime Hey hey My wine is good to me it helps me pass the time And my good old buddy whiskey keeps me warmer than the sunshine Hey Hey Your mom of mayhem just a child has got his own Hey Hey If god has plans for me I hope it ain't, written in stone Hey Hey Because I've been working working myself down to the bone And I swear on grandpas grave I'll be paid when I come home Hey Hey Well I need a dollar dollar, a dollar is what I need Hey hey Said need a dollar dollar, a dollar is what I need Hey hey Well I need a dollar dollar, a dollar is what I need hey hey And if I share with you my story would you share your dollar with me Come on share your dollar with me Go ahead share your dollar with me Come on share your dollar give me your dollar Share your dollar with me Come on share your dollar with me
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Written by: Egbert Nathaniel Dawkins, Nicholas Anthony Movshon, Leon Marcus Michels, Jeffrey Scott Silverman
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Chart Performance"I Need a Dollar" debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 2011 and peaked at number 85. It did even better on the UK Singles Chart, where it reached number 2.
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Track's InspirationThe song was inspired by the tough economic times resulting from the 2008 financial crisis. Aloe Blacc was empathizing with the many people who lost their jobs or were struggling to make a living.
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Song's GenreThe song is a blend of genres, with influences from soul, R&B, and pop. This eclectic mix is one of the reasons for the track's worldwide success.
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Use in Media"I Need a Dollar" was used as the intro theme song for the HBO series "How To Make It In America". This gave the song major exposure and significantly boosted its popularity.
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Recording ProcessThe song was recorded in a single day, showcasing Blacc's remarkable musical talent and efficiency in the studio.
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International RecognitionIn addition to its success in the US and the UK, "I Need a Dollar" also reached the top five in Austria, Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands.
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Live PerformancesAloe Blacc performed "I Need a Dollar" live on the popular television show, Jimmy Kimmel Live! on March 30, 2011.
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Song's Message"I Need a Dollar" speaks to the struggles many people face to make ends meet, and this universal message has resonated with a wide range of audiences.
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AwardsThe song won Single of the Year at the 2014 Ivor Novello Awards.
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Cover Versions"I Need a Dollar" has been covered by numerous artists across multiple genres, continuing to expand its reach and demonstrate its lasting impact on the music scene.
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