What does the cryptic crossword clue "I would add charitable donations, but no tip, for song (5)" mean?

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I would add charitable donations, but no tip, for song (5)

Times Cryptic #28972 | 1 Down | 2024-07-18

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PS(I would add), then ALMS(charitable donations) minus the last letter

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