Vacation
Joe Bills Lyrics


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I think I need a vacation in the tropics
Maybe even a one way ticket if I'm being honest
Need a sun ray on a sunday topless
I been thinking, slowly sinking, now I'm freaking jobless
Oh, I forgot what its like
Been on the grind, falling in that slime
So much medication, tryina' be patient
Need a new start, leave it all behind

Give me a brand new life
Give me a better knife
One to cut my time
One that can shave my pride
Give me a brand new world
Give me anything
Something to justify
All thats been on my mind...

Woah, I need a vacation
Woah, I need a vacation
Woah, I need a vacation
Vacation from my mind
Woah, I need a vacation
Woah, I need a vacation
Woah, I need a vacation
Vacation from my mind

Picturing a simpleness I never get
I always let the bitterness accumulate
Then litter it on everything that I create
A better man would say that "only you control your fate"
I guess I can't relate
I need to recalculate
Ive got so many thoughts needing to evacuate
I really need to evaluate
I lost too many friends over what I value aye

Cause sooner or later its in my nature to drown everything that I hide
Until one day I wake up and see nothings changed up
Rub my eyes till I realize the sun is calling
The sun is calling...

Woah, I need a vacation
Woah, I need a vacation
Woah, I need a vacation
Vacation from my mind
Woah, I need a vacation
Woah, I need a vacation
Woah, I need a vacation
Vacation from my mind

Woah give me that ocean breeze
I need the simple things
The tide crashing symphony
The vibrations calling
Where I dont need no company
Dont need anything
When will I not need anything?
Not need anything...
Not need anything...

Woah, Woah, Woah
Woah, Woah, Woah

Woah, I need a vacation
Woah, I need a vacation
Woah, I need a vacation
Vacation from my mind
Woah, I need a vacation
Woah, I need a vacation




Woah, I need a vacation
Vacation from my mind

Overall Meaning

In the song "Vacation" by Joe Bill, the lyrics express the need for a break, specifically in the form of a vacation in the tropics. The idea of a one-way ticket implies a longing for escape from current circumstances, potentially due to feeling stuck or trapped. The desire for sunshine and relaxation is juxtaposed with feelings of confusion and joblessness. The lyrics suggest a search for clarity and a fresh start, represented by the desire for a "brand new life" and "brand new world." The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the intensity of this desire for escape and a break from the pressures of daily life.


The songwriter describes his tendency to accumulate bitterness and how it affects his creativity and relationships. He acknowledges the need to "recalculate" and let go of negative thoughts that are weighing him down. The lyrics also suggest the need for solitude and simplicity, as seen in the desire for an ocean breeze and the sound of the tide.


In conclusion, "Vacation" is a song about the need for a break from the pressures of daily life, a desire for escape and a fresh start, and the importance of finding clarity and simplicity in a world that often feels overwhelming.


Line by Line Meaning

I think I need a vacation in the tropics
Feeling burnout and overwhelmed, a rejuvenating break in a beautiful, warm location sounds like a must-have.


Maybe even a one way ticket if I'm being honest
Perhaps the desire to stay in a relaxing place is so strong that returning home isn't on the table.


Need a sun ray on a sunday topless
Desiring an opportunity to bask in the sun's rays without a top on sounds like the ultimate relaxation.


I been thinking, slowly sinking, now I'm freaking jobless
Job loss has contributed to constantly overthinking which has led to anxiety and stress.


Oh, I forgot what its like
The pressures of work have been so intense, simple pleasures are not easy to recall.


Been on the grind, falling in that slime
The daily struggles and difficulties of life have resulted in weariness and fatigue.


So much medication, tryina' be patient
A reliance on medication to handle anxiety and other ailments has been stressful, need a change in strategy.


Need a new start, leave it all behind
Starting fresh and leaving all worries behind seems necessary to move forward.


Give me a brand new life
Desiring a whole new existence, free from past struggles.


Give me a better knife
Wishing for better coping strategies for stressful situations and tough emotions.


One to cut my time
Wanting mental focus to better prioritize time for relaxation and enjoyment.


One that can shave my pride
Hoping for humility to help relax and enjoy a vacation.


Give me a brand new world
Asking for a completely new experience without the past traumas and past sacrifices.


Give me anything
Desiring a complete separation from the status quo.


Something to justify
Frustrated by all of life's expectations causing a yearning for something that feels justified.


All thats been on my mind...
Reiterating the turbulent state of one's emotions and mind.


Woah, I need a vacation
Stating with enthusiasm and urgency the desire for relaxation and new experiences.


Vacation from my mind
Wanting a break from the inner turmoil.


Picturing a simpleness I never get
Wishing for a simple, easygoing life that has been elusive.


I always let the bitterness accumulate
Admitting that past negative emotion has been stored up which has not been helpful for mental health.


Then litter it on everything that I create
Past trauma can and does influence daily decisions and overall outlook.


A better man would say that 'only you control your fate'
Recognizing the wisdom of others who possess good coping strategies.


I guess I can't relate
Despite this knowledge, relating to it and practicing it is still difficult.


I need to recalculate
Realizing that a new approach is necessary to shake things up.


Ive got so many thoughts needing to evacuate
Feeling overwhelmed by thoughts needing to escape the mind.


I really need to evaluate
A conscious decision to reflect on current issues causing strife.


I lost too many friends over what I value aye
Acknowledging that stressful life situations may have led to the deterioration of friendships.


Cause sooner or later its in my nature to drown everything that I hide
Explaining an inability to process emotions positively, leading to negative outcomes.


Until one day I wake up and see nothings changed up
Feeling stuck and stagnant, looking for a way out.


Rub my eyes till I realize the sun is calling
Finally recognizing the need for a break and an escape.


The sun is calling...
Anticipating the rest and relaxation of the tropics.


Woah give me that ocean breeze
Desiring for a pleasurable, natural experience.


I need the simple things
Asking for life's stripped-down pleasures.


The tide crashing symphony
Hoping to take in the serene sounds of nature.


The vibrations calling
Looking for a mental break from the pressures of life.


Where I dont need no company
Finding solitary enjoyment without the need for the presence of others.


Dont need anything
Desiring absolutely no external stimulation, yet still feeling content.


When will I not need anything?
Questioning the need for possessions and how true enjoyment can be found.




Writer(s): Joseph Bills

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