Your Cash Ain't Nothin' But Trash
Steve Miller Band · The Joker [1973]
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.

