Time Is Money (Bastard)

"Time Is Money (Bastard)" is a song by American experimental rock band Swans. It was released as a 12-inch single in 1986, through record label K.422. The single is notable for the first official appearance of vocalist Jarboe.

Critical reception
Trouser Press described "Time Is Money (Bastard)" as a "great single", and Ned Raggett of AllMusic called the song "an underground industrial/dance hit" and noted its aggressively explicit lyrics.

Personnel

 * Michael Gira – vocals, production
 * N. Westerg (Norman Westberg) – guitar
 * Ronaldo Gonzalez – drums
 * H. Crosby (Harry Crosby) – bass guitar
 * Jarboe – scream
 * Jorgé Estabon – engineering, production assistance
 * P. White – sleeve artwork
 * M.G. – album cover design