Your Cash Ain't Nothin' But Trash

Steve Miller Band · The Joker [1973]

[Spoken:]

Your cash ain't nothing but trash (Take 1).

Here we go.

Yeah, you may have heart about the

Gangster of love and the space cowboy

But I'm gonna whip a cat on you

Right now who's had more trouble

Trials and tribulations



One, two, three, hey

Yeah

It's alright

Look here



I was walking down the main track

One night

I met a fine chick

She was built just right



She stopped when I flashed my roll

I told her she could have all of my dough



She turned around and with a frown

She said this ain't no circus

And I don't need a clown



Your cash ain't nothin' but trash

Your cash ain't nothin' but trash

Your cash ain't nothin' but trash

And there ain't no need in your hangin' around



Just to make a hit with that chick

I tried to get a Cadillac right quick

The man at the place he looked so strange

I had 900 bucks and some change



We disagreed

I tried to plead

Well, he said I ain't a chicken

And I don't need your feed



Your cash ain't nothin' but trash

Your cash ain't nothin' but trash

Your cash ain't nothin' but trash

Well, baby you're crawling way past your speed



I was walkin' into town in my white bucks

A man with a gun, he said hands up

I tried to get away but too slow

He got me and took all of my dough



I heard him shout

As he cut out

Well you ain't lost nothin'

What you cryin' about



Your cash ain't nothin' but trash

Your cash ain't nothin' but trash

Your cash ain't nothin' but trash

And he took my watch and I passed out



I woke up in the arms of a big cop

Police station

Next stop

Judge swung his fist down

Plunk plunk



$20 fine cause you're drunk

Pick up the dough

And you can go

All I had was a buffalo



Your cash ain't nothin' but trash

Your cash ain't nothin' but trash

Your cash ain't nothin' but trash

But I'm sure gonna get me some more

Your Cash Ain't Nothin' But Trash

Your Cash Ain't Nothin' But Trash stands as a vibrant example of the Steve Miller Band's eclectic approach during their mid-1970s peak. Featured on the 1973 album The Joker, the track showcases the group's ability to blend rock foundations with playful, almost theatrical arrangements. While the album is often celebrated for its title track, this song contributes to the record's diverse sonic landscape with its distinctive rhythm and energetic delivery. The recording reflects the band's willingness to experiment with tempo and instrumentation, moving beyond standard rock tropes to create a memorable listening experience. As part of a prolific era for the group, the song remains a testament to their creative output and enduring influence on the genre.