Gwen Guthrie – Ain’t Nothin’ Goin’ On But The Rent (Boiling Point POSPX 807) 12"

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Gwen Guthrie – Ain’t Nothin’ Goin’ On But The Rent (Boiling Point Records, POSPX 807) [12” Vinyl]

Description:

Bar Code: 4228851061

Gwen Guthrie is probably best known for this, her 1986 dance anthem “Ain't Nothin' Goin' On But The Rent”, a self-written and produced track which garnered some controversy for its misandric and materialistic lyrics such as: "You've got to have a j-o-b if you want to be with me / No romance without finance". A literal reading suggests a man only require the finances to make a relationship work. However, Guthrie's lyrics intend to motivate her partner into being responsible for maintaining equality and financial stability. “Ain't Nothin' Goin' On But The Rent" was later sampled by numerous dance and hip hop artists, notably by Foxy Brown in her 1998 song ‘JOB’ featuring Mýa and by Utah Saints for the original version of their hit "What Can You Do for Me". The song is referenced in the Eddie Murphy monologue “No Romance Without Finance”, in his Eddie Murphy Raw concert and film.

Track List:

A Side: Ain’t Nothin’ Goin’ On But The Rent (12” Club Mix)

B Side [1]: Ain’t Nothin’ Goin’ On But The Rent (Dub Mix)

B Side [2]: Passion Eyes

Condition Report:

Record Company: Boiling Point Records

Vinyl: 

A Side: Very Good Plus (VG+)

B Side: Very Good (VG)

Inner Labels

A Side: Very Good Plus (VG+)

B Side: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Picture Sleeve:

Very Good (VG)

Manufactured In: Unknown

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Additional information for record grading - I try to follow these 'rules' as closely as I possibly can.

Mint (M)

Absolutely perfect in every way. Certainly never been played, possibly even still sealed.

Near Mint (NM or M-)

A nearly perfect record. The record should show no obvious signs of wear. A 45 RPM or EP sleeve should have no more than the most minor defects, such as almost invisible ring wear or other signs of slight handling. An LP cover should have no creases, folds, seam splits or other noticeable similar defects. No cut-out holes, either. And of course, the same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves and the like. Basically, an LP in near mint condition looks as if you just got it home from a new record store and removed the shrink wrap.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

A Very Good Plus record will show some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Record surfaces may show some signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't affect one's listening experiences. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are "OK". The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but it should be barely noticeable. The centre hole will not have been misshapen by repeated play. Picture sleeves and LP inner sleeves will have some slight wear, lightly turned up corners, or a slight seam split. An LP cover may have slight signs of wear also and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation or corner indicating it was taken out of print and sold at a discount. In general, if not for a couple things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint. All but the most mint-crazy collectors will find a Very Good Plus record highly acceptable.

Very Good (VG)

Many of the defects found in a VG+ record will be more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise will be evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during a song's intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as with light scratches (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, it will not have all of these problems at the same time, only two or three of them.

Good (G), Good Plus (G+)

Good does not mean Bad! A record in Good or Good Plus condition can be put onto a turntable and will play through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise and scratches and visible groove wear (on a styrene record, the groove will be starting to turn white). A cover or sleeve will have seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear or other defects will start to overwhelm the object. If it's a common item, you'll probably find another copy in better shape eventually. Pass it up. But, if it's something you have been seeking for years, and the price is right, get it... but keep looking to upgrade.

Poor (P), Fair (F)

The record is cracked, badly warped, and won't play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve is water damaged, split on all three seams and heavily marred by wear and writing. The LP cover barely keeps the LP inside it. Inner sleeves are fully seam split, crinkled, and written upon.