Nothing From Nothing
Nothing From Nothing

Billy Preston - Nothing From Nothing Lyrics

R&B/Soul
May 21, 2002
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Nothing From Nothing Music Video

Nothing From Nothing Lyrics

Nothin' from nothin' leaves nothin'
You gotta have somethin' if you wanna be with me
Nothin' from nothin' leaves nothin'
You gotta have somethin' if you wanna be with me

I'm not tryna be your hero
'Cause that zero is too cold for me, brrr
I'm not tryin' to be your highness
'Cause that minus is too low to see, yeah

Nothin' from nothin' leaves nothin'
And I'm not stuffin', believe you me
Don't you remember I told ya
I'm a soldier in the war on poverty, yeah, yes, I am

Nothin' from nothin' leaves nothin'
You gotta have somethin' if you wanna be with me, oh baby
Nothin' from nothin' leaves nothin'
You gotta have somethin' if you wanna be with me
That's right, ha yeah

Gotta have somethin' if you wanna be with me
You gotta bring me somethin', girl, if you wanna be with me

Writer(s): Billy Preston, Bruce Carleton Fisher
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'Nothing From Nothing'?

    'Nothing From Nothing' was written by Billy Preston and Bruce Carleton Fisher.

  2. When did Billy Preston perform 'Nothing From Nothing' on Saturday Night Live?

    Billy Preston performed 'Nothing From Nothing' on the very first episode of Saturday Night Live, which aired on October 11, 1975.

  3. What inspired Billy Preston to write 'Nothing From Nothing'?

    Billy Preston was inspired by the saying, 'Nothing from nothing leaves nothing.' He started writing the song one night in the dressing room of an Atlanta nightclub where he was performing.

  4. Which notable artists has Billy Preston worked with during his career?

    Billy Preston played keyboards for gospel legend Mahalia Jackson, joined Ray Charles' touring band, recorded with The Beatles on several tracks including 'Get Back' and 'Let It Be,' and also worked with Sly & The Family Stone. He also collaborated extensively with George Harrison.

  5. Has 'Nothing From Nothing' been featured in any movies or TV shows?

    'Nothing From Nothing' has been featured in several movies including 'To Die For,' 'Elf,' 'Be Kind Rewind,' and 'Bad Teacher.' It was also used in a TV commercial for Fidelity Investments and appeared in Season 2 of South Park in the episode titled 'The Mexican Staring Frog of Southern Sri Lanka.'

  6. What is the B-side track to the single 'Nothing From Nothing'?

    The B-side track to the single is another song written by Billy Preston and Bruce Fisher called 'You Are So Beautiful,' which later became a hit for Joe Cocker.

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