: It features the band wandering through New York City, intercut with surreal scenes like tea parties being crashed and encounters with "pistol-wielding weirdos".
: Critics at Popped Music and The Needle Drop praised its ability to pair an upbeat, surf-rock melody with a melancholy message, a hallmark of The Drums' enduring appeal.
: It deals with the "harsh reality" that set in after the band's initial hype cooled down, focusing on coming to terms with a lack of major financial success. The Drums - Money
: In 2023, it became the soundtrack for the " album cover challenge ," where users used a filter to turn random photos into professional-looking album art.
The music video, directed by M. Blash, mirrors the song's quirky, slightly dark tone. : It features the band wandering through New
Frontman Jonathan Pierce describes the song as being about "".
: Thanks to this resurgence, the song surpassed 230 million streams on Spotify and was certified Platinum by the RIAA in late 2024. : In 2023, it became the soundtrack for
: Lyrics like "we ran from the country when we rushed to the city" touch on the often-disappointing reality of moving to the city to chase dreams, only to find "nothin' to be done". Visuals & Aesthetics