Price Tag Quotes

Context

This line is from the song "Price Tag" by Jessie J from her album Who You Are (2011).

Jessie J has been reported as having $46 million in the bank. That's a lot of ka-ching to buy as much bling as a hip-hop/pop/rock diva could possibly desire.

So it's no wonder that she has been called a bit of a hypocrite for her song "Price Tag" which features the line, "It's not about the money, money, money."

Her message that money can't buy happiness came under media attack big time. In her own defense Jessie, remarked "It's isn't always about how much your shoes cost. It's about the fact that you even have a pair of shoes to walk in."

Our girl Jessie knows what's up—forget about the stresses of money and follow your dreams, do what you love, and show each other some love. This is some much-needed perspective that we can all benefit from, even if it's coming from someone whose toughest morning decision is choosing Burberry or Prada.

Where you've heard it

How many times have you heard your parents say, "It's not about the money, it's about the principle of the thing?" And then they turn around and complain about gas prices? We're guessing you've been there, heard that.

You also could have heard it from your school counselor in choosing a career path. Does this sound familiar? "It's not about the money, it's about doing something you are passionate about."

Pretentious Factor

If you were to drop this quote at a dinner party, would you get an in-unison "awww" or would everyone roll their eyes and never invite you back? Here it is, on a scale of 1-10.

Jessie J took a lot of media heat for her song. So don't get burned by using her money, money, money line. Maybe try out "the best things in life are free" instead.