Story Behind The Song
This song was written based on an episode of Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex called "Automated Capitalism". At the end of the episode, a multi-millionaire who has made his fortune playing the stock market is found dead in his mansion, surrounded by riches. He has an automated program that has been managing his investments long since his passing. The subtitle to the episode is "¥€$", hence the name of the song.
Song Description
YES is about the very simple idea that some mistakenly prioritise financial wealth above all else in life, perhaps turning a blind eye to the question of existence.
| Song Length |
3:10 |
Genre |
Rock - Alternative, Rock - Progressive Rock |
| Tempo |
Fast (151 - 170) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Detestable |
Subject |
Money, Capitalism |
| Similar Artists |
Radiohead |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
[Verse 1]
Sleep in contentment
Surrounded by gold
Fleeced from the needy
Claimed as your own
With all persistence deny
Forfeit existence for prize
[Verse 2]
A laughing vendor
But you can't sell your soul
Affluenza
Distracts the real goal
With all persistence deny
No more resistance or lies
[Outro]
You'll pay in full
You'll pay in full
You'll pay in full
You'll pay in full