Why did Dire Straits write Money for Nothing?

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1. Why did Dire Straits write Money for Nothing?
2. Was dire straits the first video on MTV?
3. What genre is money for nothing?
4. What is Mark Knopfler worth?
5. Why did David and Knopfler fall out?
6. What was the most played video on MTV?
7. Who was the first video on MTV?
8. What is the biggest profit made on money for nothing?
9. Who is the richest guitarist?
10. How rich is John Illsley?
11. What is Mark Knopfler net worth?
12. What is the greatest music video of all time?
13. Who was the first black artist to appear on MTV?
14. What is the highest selling album of all time?
15. Who is the narrator on money for nothing?
16. Who has presented money for nothing?

Why did Dire Straits write Money for Nothing?

This song is about rock star excess and the easy life it brings compared with real work. Mark Knopfler wrote it after overhearing delivery men in a New York department store complain about their jobs while watching MTV. He wrote the song in the store sitting at a kitchen display they had set up.

Was dire straits the first video on MTV?

The first video seen on MTV Europe, launched on 1 August 1987, was “Money for Nothing” by Dire Straits (UK), which topped the Billboard Hot 1.

What genre is money for nothing?

Rock Money for Nothing/Genres

What is Mark Knopfler worth?

Knopfler was estimated to have a fortune of £75 million in the Sunday Times Rich List of 2018, making him one of the 40 wealthiest people in the British music industry.

Why did David and Knopfler fall out?

However there were often hints that behind the scenes there was disharmony. Matters came to a head in 1980 when David suddenly quit the band in New York during the recording of third album Making Movies. Citing that old get-out clause "creative differences", the junior Knopfler walked away to pursue a solo career.

What was the most played video on MTV?

Sledgehammer The video played the MOST on MTV? “Sledgehammer” by Peter Gabriel! If you've never seen it, please check it out and admire the smooth dancing skills of a chicken. This was innovative for back in the day!

Who was the first video on MTV?

Video Killed the Radio Star by The Buggles The very first music video played on MTV was Video Killed the Radio Star by The Buggles.

What is the biggest profit made on money for nothing?

The largest single profit produced stands at a staggering £1,363 for an antique sewing table, which was scrubbed up and photographed to create printed tea towels. Money For Nothing returns to BBC One Daytime later this spring, in the 3.45pm slot, as well as BBC iPlayer.

Who is the richest guitarist?

Kirk Hammett – Net Worth: $200 Million According to Metalhead Zone, Kirk Hammett is the richest metal guitarist in the world. Considering he's estimated to be worth a mammoth $200 million (a full $40 million more than the next richest, Tony Iommi), it's not surprising.

How rich is John Illsley?

Dire Straits bass guitarist, John Illsley, and drummer, Pick Withers, have estimated net worths of $1 million to $5 million each. They both were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as members of Dire Straits in 2018.

What is Mark Knopfler net worth?

Knopfler was estimated to have a fortune of £75 million in the Sunday Times Rich List of 2018, making him one of the 40 wealthiest people in the British music industry.

What is the greatest music video of all time?

40 BEST MUSIC VIDEOS OF ALL TIME:

• Paula Abdul - “Opposites Attract” (1989)
• George Michael – “Freedom '90″ (1990)
• Lady Gaga - “Bad Romance” (2010)
• Weezer - “Buddy Holly” (1994)
• Miley Cyrus - “Wrecking Ball” (2014)
• Soundgarden - “Black Hole Sun” (1994)
• Céline Dion – “It's All Coming Back to Me Now” (1996)

Who was the first black artist to appear on MTV?

Prince's 1999 video had premiere on MTV in december 1982, according The Vault book. MJ's first music video off Thriller, Billie Jean had premiere on MTV march 1983. Same month, march 1983: Prince's second video Little Red Corvette had premiere on MTV. So in fact Prince was the first major black artist.

What is the highest selling album of all time?

Thriller Michael Jackson's Thriller, estimated to have sold 70 million copies worldwide, is the best-selling album.

Who is the narrator on money for nothing?

Arthur Smith Money for Nothing/Erzählt von

Who has presented money for nothing?

Money for Nothing (TV programme)

Money for Nothing
Created by	Sarah Moore
Presented by	Sarah Moore Jay Blades () Jacqui Joseph (2020–) JJ Chalmers (2021–) EJ Osborne ()
Narrated by	Arthur Smith
Country of origin	United Kingdom