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MONEY FOR NOTHING Traditional Cache

Hidden : 3/6/2014
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

You are seeking a small Lock'n'Lock container in a small town.  As such, stealth is a must, you will be noticed!  First to Find can claim a special Money Clip from the place my late husband and I first met and where we both worked.

 

 


This is a quick park and grab.  Most of my caches in the area will have a military theme of some type, this one really doesn't, except for the fact that it is from the Dire Straits' album BROTHERS IN ARMS.

According to Wikipedia, Money For Nothing was one of Dire Straits' most successful singles, peaking at number one for three weeks in the US and in the band's native UK, the song peaked at number four.  The recording was notable for its controversial lyrics, groundbreaking music video and cameo appearance by Sting singing the song's falsetto introduction and backing chorus "I want my MTV'.

I had to name a cache after this song as despite the questionable lyrics, both my husband and I loved the very recognizable hook in the form of the distinctive guitar riff that begins the song proper.  The song is also notable for its extended overture, which was shortened for radio and music video.  The much-loved and catchy guitar riff continues throughout the song, played in muted permutation during the verses, and played in full after each chorus.  The lyrics have been described as being sexist, racist and homophobic but there's no denying the song's recognition factor and overall success.

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