" Money for Nothing " is a song by the British rock band Dire Straits, the second track on their fifth studio album Brothers in Arms (1985). It was released as the album's second single on 28 June 1985 through Vertigo Records.
The Official Music Video for Money For Nothing. Taken from Dire Straits – Brothers in Arms.Dire Straits – Live 1978-1992' is out now (UK/ROW). Out January 19...
Money for Nothing Lyrics The most successful Dire Straits single, “Money for Nothing” is inspired by Mark Knopfler listening to a man complaining about the musicians that emerged in the 1980s.
Mark Knopfler explained the background of this song by saying, "The lead character in 'Money for Nothing' is a guy who works in the hardware department in a television/custom kitchen/refrigerator/microwave appliance store. He's singing the song. I wrote the song when I was actually in the store."
"Money for Nothing" is a single by British rock band Dire Straits, taken from their 1985 album Brothers in Arms. It was one of Dire Straits' most successful singles, peaking at number one for three weeks in the United States, and it also reached number one for three weeks on the U.S. Mainstream Rock chart. In the band's native UK, the song peaked at number four. The recording was notable for ...
The 1985 Dire Straits hit song "Money for Nothing" may be known for its iconic guitar riff and heavy rhythmic sound—or maybe you really loved the cool (in its time) 3D-animated music video. But ...
Mark Knopfler Was All About Restraint, but a Misplaced Mic Made 'Money for Nothing' Sound So '80s An accidental mic position and a cocked wah pedal traded Knopfler's signature clarity for the ...