While sometimes born from necessity (dealing with rising prices and inflation), the phrase often describes the transition from simply trying to survive to wanting luxury or recognition.
In Romanian rap, particularly from artists like those featured in the 2025 Seek Music release, "Goana după bani" is a raw portrayal of the hustle: Goana dupa bani
It is often linked to the deterioration of moral standards, where quality of work is replaced by immediate financial gratification. While sometimes born from necessity (dealing with rising