MU330's lineup has changed frequently, but the foundations of the band remained intact — Potthast, Diebold, Bell, and Moll.
The band is self-described as "psycho ska" and are known for their lively performances and a general ethic of fun and optimism. Their lyrics cover many topics, from racism to love songs to testicular cancer.
Vacation
MU330 Lyrics
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Two!
One! Two!
One! Two!
Can't seem to get my mind off of you.
I'm left with nothin' better to do. (ohh...)
Now that I'm away, (hey! hey! hey!)
I wish I'd stayed. (hey! hey! hey!)
Tomorrow's a day of mine
That you won't be in.
When you looked at me I should've run,
But I thought it was just for fun. (that's right.)
Now that I know (hey! hey! hey!)
And I'm not so strong (hey! hey! hey!)
A week without your help,
That time would tell.
A week without you,
Thought I'd forget.
Two weeks without you and I
Still haven't gotten over you yet.
One! Two! Three! Four!
Vacation, All I ever wanted.
Vacation, Had to get away.
Vacation: Meant to be spent alone.
Vacation, All I ever wanted.
Vacation, Had to get away.
Vacation: Meant to be spent alone.
One!
Two!
One! Two!
One! Two!
One! Two! Three! Four!
One! Two! Three! Four!
A week without you,
Thought I'd forget.
Two weeks without you and I
Still haven't gotten over you yet.
One! Two! Three! Four!
Vacation, All I ever wanted.
Vacation, Had to get away.
Vacation: Meant to be spent alone.
Vacation, All I ever wanted.
Vacation, Had to get away.
Vacation: Meant to be spent alone.
Oooh-ooooh-oooh...
Vacation, All I ever wanted.
Vacation, Had to get away.
Vacation: Meant to be spent alone.
Vacation, All I ever wanted.
Vacation, Had to get away.
Vacation: Meant to be spent alone.
MU330's song "Vacation" is a classic ska-punk tune that depicts the aftermath of a failed relationship. The song starts with a count-off and sets the tone with its upbeat melody and fast-paced rhythm. The first stanza talks about the singer's inability to stop thinking about their ex-partner, leaving them with nothing else to do while they are away. The lyrics suggest that the singer regrets leaving their partner and wishes they could stay. However, they come to the realization that their one-week vacation is the perfect opportunity to take a break from their relationship.
The second stanza delves deeper into the situation. The singer admits that they should have run away when their ex-partner looked at them, but they thought it was just for fun. Now, they know that they were wrong, and they are not as strong as they thought. The lyrics emphasize that time is an essential factor in healing from heartbreak, and that being away from their ex-partner is necessary to move on. The chorus repeats the phrase "Vacation, all I ever wanted. Vacation, had to get away. Vacation, meant to be spent alone" four times. The chorus acts as an anthem and reminds the listener that being alone is necessary to recover from heartbreak.
In the end, the song wraps up with the same upbeat melody and fast-paced rhythm it began with, bringing a sense of closure. The singer recognizes that time is essential to recover from heartbreak while reminding the listener that sometimes being alone and taking a vacation is the perfect cure for a broken heart.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't seem to get my mind off of you.
I am constantly thinking about you and cannot stop.
I'm left with nothin' better to do. (ohh...)
I have nothing to occupy my time and am feeling bored.
Now that I'm away, (hey! hey! hey!)
Since I have left, I have realized my true feelings.
I wish I'd stayed. (hey! hey! hey!)
I regret leaving and wish I had remained with you.
Tomorrow's a day of mine
That you won't be in.
I am anticipating a day where you will not be present.
When you looked at me I should've run,
But I thought it was just for fun. (that's right.)
Although I should have run away from you when you approached me, I did not because I believed it was all in good fun.
Now that I know (hey! hey! hey!)
And I'm not so strong (hey! hey! hey!)
Now that I understand the true nature of our relationship, I feel weaker and vulnerable without you.
A week without your help,
That time would tell.
If I were to spend a week away from you, I would gain a better understanding of my emotions and how I feel about you.
Two weeks without you and I
Still haven't gotten over you yet.
Even after two weeks, I have not moved on from our relationship and still have strong feelings for you.
Vacation, All I ever wanted.
Vacation, Had to get away.
Vacation: Meant to be spent alone.
Going on a vacation was all I had hoped for, as it offered a chance to get away and spend some much-needed time alone.
Oooh-ooooh-oooh...
An expression of continued emotion and longing for the subject of the song.
Contributed by Maya A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.