The Drums - Money May 2026

: 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.

: It features the band wandering through New York City, intercut with surreal scenes like tea parties being crashed and encounters with "pistol-wielding weirdos". The Drums - Money

: Thanks to this resurgence, the song surpassed 230 million streams on Spotify and was certified Platinum by the RIAA in late 2024. : The central hook—"I want to buy you

: Critics at Popped Music and The Needle Drop praised its ability to pair an upbeat, surf-rock melody with a melancholy message, a hallmark of The Drums' enduring appeal. : Critics at Popped Music and The Needle

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

: 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