The sonic template resonates with a notably happy shimmer, showcasing a knack for melding emotionally direct lyrics with refined, nuanced songwriting.
True to the artistic motivation behind it, the music insights all kinds of feel-good moments and lighthearted sync-ability.
crying on vacation
Kaptan Lyrics
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I know, I know
Sweet paradise
I know
Ooooooh
Palm trees singing lullabies in the night
Trying to catch a good vibration
Something's digging deep at my state of mind
Sand beneath my feet
And the waves crash down
Standing on a beach
Watch the sun go out
Escape reality for a second but now
Oh no, now i'm crying on vacation
Saltwater coast
I know, I know
Brunch at the chateau
I know
Ooooooh
Love birds trading feels under candle light
'Summer Wind' on full rotation
Suddenly I'm left with no appetite
And now i'm crying on vacation
Sand beneath my feet
And the waves crash down
Standing on a beach
Watch the sun go out
Escape reality for a second but now
Oh no, now i'm crying on vacation
The song "Crying on Vacation" by Kaptan discusses the notion that even though vacations are meant to be happy and carefree, sometimes our emotions can catch up to us. The lyrics express the paradox of feeling a sense of paradise while also experiencing deep sadness. The first verse starts with the singer acknowledging the beautiful scenery with "sun, sun in my eyes, I know, I know, sweet paradise, I know, Ooooooh." However, in the same breathe he reveals something is bothering him internally: "something’s digging deep at my state of mind, and now I’m crying on vacation." The second verse similarly highlights vacation images such as sand, waves, and the sunset, but the lyrics also have a depressing tone of "escape reality for a second but now, Oh no, now I’m crying on vacation." The bridge touches on the idea of a luxurious vacation and the presence of love, but even those moments do not guarantee happiness. The lyrics suggest that feelings cannot be controlled and can creep up when least expected.
Furthermore, this song is a critique of Instagram culture and how it portrays perfect vacations. Instead, "Crying on Vacation" explores how reality can be different. People often associate holidays with happiness and relief from everyday problems. However, it isn't necessarily accurate for everyone who goes on vacation. Thus, this song seeks to shatter that illusion and encourages people to acknowledge their real feelings rather than suppressing them under the guise of a "perfect" vacation.
Line by Line Meaning
Sun, sun in my eyes
The bright sun is shining in my eyes and causing discomfort
I know, I know
I am aware of my surroundings and current situation
Sweet paradise
The location is beautiful and relaxing
Ooooooh
Expressing a feeling of pleasure and enjoyment
Palm trees singing lullabies in the night
The sound of rustling palm trees is soothing and calming at night
Trying to catch a good vibration
Trying to find and enjoy the positive aspects of the vacation
Something's digging deep at my state of mind
Something is causing me emotional distress and affecting my thoughts and feelings
And now i'm crying on vacation
The emotional distress is causing me to cry and have a negative experience on my vacation
Sand beneath my feet
Feeling the texture of the sand on my feet
And the waves crash down
The sound of the waves crashing is loud and powerful
Standing on a beach
Being present on the beach at this moment
Watch the sun go out
Watching the sunset
Escape reality for a second but now
Initially feeling a sense of escape from reality but not anymore
Oh no, now i'm crying on vacation
The negative emotions have intensified and a negative experience on vacation is continuing
Saltwater coast
Being near the ocean with saltwater in the air
Brunch at the chateau
Having a brunch meal at a nice location
Love birds trading feels under candle light
Witnessing a romantic moment between two people in a dimly lit setting
'Summer Wind' on full rotation
The song 'Summer Wind' is continuously playing
Suddenly I'm left with no appetite
The negative emotions have caused loss of appetite
And now i'm crying on vacation
The negative emotions have continued and the vacation experience is not enjoyable
Writer(s): Jacob Vanyo, Andres De Torres Gaos
Contributed by Connor V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.