"thrift shop" is a song by macklemore and ryan lewis. it was released on august 27, 2012. this song is macklemore's eighth career single and the fourth single from their album "the heist". the song has vocals from wanz. the song was written to show macklemore's esteem for thrift shops and saving money. the lyrics go against the displaying of expensive items many rappers do. music reviewers liked the song for its funny lyrics and social critique. it was released in the united kingdom in january 2013.