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: 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
: 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 Are you interested in a deeper look at
: 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 music video, directed by M
The music video, directed by M. Blash, mirrors the song's quirky, slightly dark tone.