Holiday
Calvin Harris feat. Dizzee Rascal Lyrics


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Get your passport and your bikini
You need a holiday, come see me
I know you're tired of the same old scenery
And I could change all that so easily
Don't worry 'bout a thing, girl, take a chance
I'll take you to the south of France like Cannes
And if anybody can, I can
We could both shop in the Milan
I just hope you understand
I hope you see it clear
It really don't matter how far or near
'Cause there's no distance that could stop my persistence
Just a few days of the year
Plus I've got clout, so let's ride out
We ain't gotta fly, we can just drive out
We can have a rave or we can hide out
Won't tell nobody, let them find out

If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
Drive away, get away
We can go to the club or hide away
We can do what you want to, baby
If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
Drive away, take a holiday
We can go to the club or hide away
We can do what you want to, baby

Don't watch my passport photo, I know I look a bit loco
And I know that my Spanish is so-so
But let's try keep that on the low-low
'Cause we're going to be far
I've got friends that really wanna meet ya
With champagne and a whole lot of love
It's all good darling, a Blue Marlin will please ya
And I'll never let your belly get empty
Even when your belly full you're still sexy
We can ride speed boats, we can ride jet skis
I'll show you the time of your life if you let me
I just want to put a smile on your pretty face
If I didn't it would just be your pretty waste
You do look like a girl with a bit of taste
So I couldn't take you just any place

If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
Drive away, get away
We can go to the club or hide away
We can do what you want to, baby
If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
Drive away, take a holiday
We can go to the club or hide away
We can do what you want to, baby

I know you're really busy and I know you got plans
But are you really too busy for a sun tan?
I ain't talking about walking down the high street
I'm talking about laying on a bright white beach
With a Pina Colada or whatever you'd rather
White wine, that's fine, just give me a lager
Then after we'll take a truck to the night spot
The hot spot, the top spot, party around the clock
And when we get there it's strictly VIP
No need for ID, security know me
No waiting in line, no high entry fee
Don't worry about nothing when you're beside me
I'll get you lively and loosen you up
Have a bit of champagne it'll boost you up
I wanna move you up, I wanna take you away
So have a word darling, what do you say?

If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
Drive away, get away
We can go to the club or hide away
We can do what you want to, baby
If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
Drive away, take a holiday
We can go to the club or hide away
We can do what you want to, baby





Do what you want to baby
Let's do what you want to babe

Overall Meaning

Calvin Harris and Dizzee Rascal's "Holiday" is a song about taking a much-needed break from the mundane and embracing new adventures. The lyrics encourage the listener to get away from the familiar and venture into the unknown, promising a good time and a change of scenery. The starting lines of the song invite the listener to grab their sunscreen and passport and head for a holiday.


The song hints at a sense of tiredness or monotony in life, and proposes the solution of taking a chance and going somewhere new. The lyrics then suggest a host of places to visit, from the beautiful Cannes in the South of France to shopping in the fashion capital of Milan. The singers promise that nothing can stop them from making this happen, and they are even willing to keep it a secret, just for the thrill of it.


The chorus of the song repeats the invitation to leave everything behind and take a holiday. Whether you want to go to a club or just chill on a bright white beach, the song is all about making the most of the few days you get away from real life.


Overall, the song is an invitation to escape, to go on a holiday, and to let go of everything stressful in life. It's about taking risks, trying new things, and building new memories that will stay with us forever.


Line by Line Meaning

Get your passport and your bikini
Prepare for a relaxing vacation.


You need a holiday, come see me
Take a break from your usual routine and spend it with me.


I know you're tired of the same old scenery
You're bored with the usual surroundings and need some change.


And I could change all that so easily
I can offer a refreshing experience and improve your mood.


Don't worry 'bout a thing, girl, take a chance
Don't be afraid to try something new and exciting.


I'll take you to the south of France like Cannes
Let's travel to a beautiful destination, such as Cannes in southern France.


And if anybody can, I can
I'm confident that I can give you the best time and create great memories.


We could both shop in the Milan
We could indulge in some shopping in Milan, Italy.


I just hope you understand
I hope you comprehend my intentions.


I hope you see it clear
I hope you realize how amazing this trip can be for you.


It really don't matter how far or near
The distance is not a problem as our destination will make it worth it.


'Cause there's no distance that could stop my persistence
My determination to give you an unforgettable vacation cannot be deterred by distance.


Just a few days of the year
Even a short vacation can refresh and rejuvenate you.


Plus I've got clout, so let's ride out
I have the necessary influence to make this trip extra special, so let's go.


We ain't gotta fly, we can just drive out
Air travel isn't a must; we can simply drive to our destination.


We can have a rave or we can hide out
We could either have a wild party or relax and hide away from the crowds.


Won't tell nobody, let them find out
We'll keep the trip a secret and let others discover on their own.


If you ain't doing nothing let's fly away
If you have free time, let's embark on this trip.


Drive away, get away
We can leave our daily life behind and escape for a while.


We can go to the club or hide away
We could either engage in nightlife or spend time in seclusion.


We can do what you want to, baby
I want to cater to your desires and make this trip personalized just for you.


Don't watch my passport photo, I know I look a bit loco
Don't worry about my passport photo, which may look unconventional or strange.


And I know that my Spanish is so-so
I may not be fluent in Spanish, but it won't impede our trip.


But let's try keep that on the low-low
Let's not make a big deal out of it as it's not essential for the trip.


'Cause we're going to be far
Our destination will be farther than usual, so let's prepare for that.


I've got friends that really wanna meet ya
I know people at our destination who are excited to see and welcome you.


With champagne and a whole lot of love
They will shower you with affection and beverages like champagne.


It's all good darling, a Blue Marlin will please ya
Trust me, you will enjoy catching and seeing a Blue Marlin fish.


And I'll never let your belly get empty
I'll make sure you have plenty to eat and drink during our trip.


Even when your belly full you're still sexy
You will still look incredible and attractive even when you're full.


We can ride speed boats, we can ride jet skis
We can participate in thrilling water activities like riding a speed boat or jet ski.


I'll show you the time of your life if you let me
I will make sure this vacation is unforgettable if you give me the chance.


I just want to put a smile on your pretty face
My goal is to make you happy and see you smile.


If I didn't it would just be your pretty waste
If I didn't accomplish that, then your beauty would be wasted.


You do look like a girl with a bit of taste
You appear to have refined preferences and I want to live up to them.


So I couldn't take you just any place
I want to make sure the destination is suitable and satisfactory for your taste.


I know you're really busy and I know you got plans
You have prior engagements and commitments, but I hope to convince you to come with me.


But are you really too busy for a sun tan?
Can you really not make time for a relaxing tan under the sunlight?


I ain't talking about walking down the high street
I'm not suggesting a simple walk down the usual street; we can do better.


I'm talking about laying on a bright white beach
I'm proposing a better option: lounging on a beautiful white beach.


With a Pina Colada or whatever you'd rather
Drinks like a Pina Colada or any beverage of your preference will be available to you.


White wine, that's fine, just give me a lager
I'm okay with a simple drink like white wine, but I would personally prefer a lager.


Then after we'll take a truck to the night spot
Afterward, we'll get into a truck and go to an exciting nightlife destination.


The hot spot, the top spot, party around the clock
We'll go to the hottest, most happening spot where the party never stops.


And when we get there it's strictly VIP
We'll be treated with utmost respect and exclusivity when we arrive.


No need for ID, security know me
There's no need to show our identification as the security knows me well.


No waiting in line, no high entry fee
We won't have to wait in long lines or pay an expensive entry fee.


Don't worry about nothing when you're beside me
You don't need to worry about a thing because I'll be with you throughout the trip.


I'll get you lively and loosen you up
I'll make sure you have a great time and help you relax and unwind.


Have a bit of champagne it'll boost you up
Drinking a bit of champagne will give you a boost and keep you in high spirits.


I wanna move you up, I wanna take you away
I want to excite you and sweep you off your feet with this trip.


So have a word darling, what do you say?
So, what do you think of this offer? Are you interested, my dear?


Do what you want to baby
This trip is about fulfilling your desires and preferences.


Let's do what you want to babe
Let's make sure to do activities and visit places that interest you, my love.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Adam Richard Wiles, Dylan Kwabena Mills, Nicholas Andrew Detnon

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Comments from YouTube:

@simonhill9012

I was 18 when this came out(2009), my mate just passed his driving test, riding around six of us in a corsa with this on full blast and going clubbing every night, mega!

@blobber51

Damn, you’re old bro. I was like in 5th grade when this came out.

@mariancounsellor

This song was everywhere!!

@xxxmickyxxx3

@Jamie how is 31 old?? So silly

@nikitazaikin6382

I was 14 years old back then what year it was that time.

@izfoster1702

I wish I was 18 in 2009 that sounds soooo fun

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@mariaharvey9729

This song came out when my depression was at it's worst. I dreamt of a good friend whisking me away for an amazing holiday to forget my troubles. Helped me through some very dark times ❤

@hannahosullivan7096

This song never gets old 😍😍😍

@sevans606

It's a song for the ages

@ryanniv1851

The drop at the end still gives me chills

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