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: Lyrics like "we ran from the country when we rushed to the city" touch on the often-disappointing reality of moving to the city to chase dreams, only to find "nothin' to be done". Visuals & Aesthetics

: The central hook—"I want to buy you something, but I don't have any money"—speaks to the frustration of wanting to express love through gestures while being held back by a lack of resources. The Drums - Money

: It deals with the "harsh reality" that set in after the band's initial hype cooled down, focusing on coming to terms with a lack of major financial success. : Lyrics like "we ran from the country

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Watch the official music video for 'Money' to see the band's signature absurdist style and New York City backdrop: The Drums - Money (Official Audio) YouTube• Jul 22, 2011

: Filmed across Brooklyn and Queens, the video captures the DIY, lo-fi spirit of the early 2010s indie scene. Cultural Impact & Resurgence

While a hit upon release, the song found a massive second life over a decade later: