Love Vs. Money

The Dream · Love vs. Money [2009]

mama

i wanted to take u home to my mama

i wanted to take u home to my mama

i wanted to take u home to my mama but no



(verse 1)



what we had was awesome,

until he came and took you out my life,

i even had thoughts of making you my wife,

and i thought this dough would keep her by my side,



i cant call her even though the boy's in need,

but needing her wont bring her back to me,

and i can't believe this girl ain't by my side,

this shit ain't right



(hook)

anything she wanted, i brought it

broke my neck so this girl didn't go without it,

and i can't even hate homie,

i am to blame,

instead of loving you, I was making it rain,



(chorus)

he took my shorty, he took my girl

he took the any and everything out my world,

he took my heart from me, he took my soul

i should've known money couldn't match,

It ain't no match for that.



ay yea, ay yea, ay i i,

ay yea, ay yea, ay i i

(there it is)

2x



(verse 2)



what they have is different,

when it came to love i just didn't take the time

(just didn't take the time...)

he got it right,

and all this time i was kissing her goodbye,



i cant call her even though the boy's in need,

but needing her wont bring her back to me,

i can't breath,

and i got heartache like you wouldn't believe



(hook)

anything she wanted, i brought it

broke my neck so this girl didn't go without it,

and i can't even hate homie,

i am to blame,

instead of loving you, I was making it rain,



(chorus)

he took my shorty, he took my girl

he took the any and everything out my world,

he took my heart from me, he took my soul

i should've known money couldn't match,

It ain't no match for that.



ay yea, ay yea, ay i i

2x



(bridge)

if you got a girl,

man hold her close,

tell her you love,

dont let her go,

i'm tellin ya,

i'm warning ya,

no matter what you got,

anybody can leave you



(chours)

Love Vs. Money

The Dream's 'Love Vs. Money' stands as a defining track from his 2009 album of the same name, showcasing his signature blend of R&B and hip-hop. As a prominent figure in the New Jack Swing and contemporary R&B landscape, The Dream often explores themes of relationships and materialism, themes central to this recording. The song features his characteristic smooth vocal delivery layered over a rhythmic, groove-oriented production that became a staple of late 2000s urban music. It reflects the era's focus on romantic dynamics amidst financial pressures, delivered with a polished sound that solidified his reputation as a versatile producer and vocalist capable of crafting both melodic hooks and complex instrumental arrangements.