Working Holiday
Manila Luzon & Alaska Thunderfuck Lyrics
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Are you kidding me? The holidays are the best time of year to work!
What are you so chipper about? This Christmas is terrible! Ugh!
It's Christmas time, letโฒs work all night
Like Santa's reindeer, let's take flight
Spring some joy to girls and boys
When they unwrap their Christmas ties
And Santa doesnโฒt even pay me overtime
Your joy and glee is annoying me!
So let me be!
Come on, Alaska
Ugh!
It's a working holiday, like Santa on his sleigh
A working holiday with you, you, itโฒs true!
It's a working holiday, but we work much more than we play
Itโฒs a working holiday, poo, poo
And we have to wear these ridiculous shoes!
Ugh, well, you do have a point there, but isn't Christmas about others? Giving?
Oh, Iโฒll give you something, alright. And, I'll give that Santa Claus my two weeks notice!
Alaska, please, listen to me, 'tis the season, for joy and glee!
We are so lucky, honestly, we bring smiles to families!
Well, I guess that is kinda nice.- But, wait, no!
Itโฒs horrible! My bunions are acting up! I just want to nap!
I could be home watching RuPaulโฒs Drag Race on LogoTV, right now!
Come on, Alaska!
Bah!
It's a working holiday, like Santa on his sleigh
A working holiday with you, you, itโฒs true!
It's a working holiday, but we work much more than we play
Itโฒs a working holiday, poo, poo
And now I have to sing this stupid song?
Think about all those children in need that just need smiles from people that are working. Today! Tonight! Think about. Think about Santa! He works on Christmas! The elves work all Christmas Season! Even, The Virgin Mary! She went into labor on Christmas Eve! You can do this! C'mon!
Oh, I guess youโฒre right, Manila! You better work!
It's a working holiday, with Santa on his sleigh
A working holiday with you, with you, and you!
Yeah!
It's a working holiday, letโฒs work all night and day
Itโฒs a working holiday with you
Hahaha!
The lyrics of "Working Holiday" by Manila Luzon & Alaska Thunderfuck depict a conversation between two individuals working in Santa's shop during the Christmas season. The first person expresses their frustration and disappointment with the holiday, feeling dispirited and seeing no joy in their work. They feel underpaid and overwhelmed, wanting to be anywhere else but there. Their negative attitude towards the holiday is highlighted through their sarcastic remarks.
However, the second person, presumably Alaska, tries to bring some positivity and perspective into the situation. They argue that Christmas is a time for giving and bringing happiness to others, emphasizing the importance of their work in making children happy. Though the first person is initially resistant to this perspective, they begin to see the value in what they are doing, acknowledging that it is nice to bring smiles to families. Despite their initial reluctance, they eventually come around to the idea of embracing the holiday spirit.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of sacrifice and dedication during the Christmas season. They compare their work to that of Santa Claus and his reindeer, as well as the hard work of the elves and even The Virgin Mary. This highlights the idea that Christmas is not just a time of celebration for individuals, but also a time for those who work to bring joy to others.
Ultimately, the song ends on a lighthearted note with both individuals acknowledging the necessity of their work and embracing the idea of working together during the holiday season. The playful laughter at the end shows that while they may have had initial reservations, they are now able to find humor and joy in their situation.
Overall, "Working Holiday" explores the conflicting emotions and attitudes towards working during the Christmas season, ultimately highlighting the importance of bringing happiness to others and finding joy in the work that one does.
Line by Line Meaning
Bahumbug! Another lousy Christmas working in Santa's shop!
Are you kidding me? The holidays are the best time of year to work!
What are you so chipper about? This Christmas is terrible! Ugh!
What are you so happy about? This Christmas is awful! Ugh!
It's Christmas time, let's work all night
It's Christmas time, let's work all night
Like Santa's reindeer, let's take flight
Let's work with enthusiasm, just like Santa's reindeer
Spring some joy to girls and boys
Bring happiness to children
When they unwrap their Christmas ties
When they unwrap their Christmas gifts
It's Christmas time, I hate my life!
I hate my life during Christmas time!
And Santa doesn't even pay me overtime
And Santa doesn't even pay me extra for working longer hours
Your joy and glee is annoying me!
Your happiness is annoying me!
So let me be!
Leave me alone!
Come on, Alaska
Come on, Alaska
Ugh!
Ugh!
It's a working holiday, like Santa on his sleigh
It's a holiday where we work, just like Santa on his sleigh
A working holiday with you, you, it's true!
A holiday where we work together, it's true!
It's a working holiday, but we work much more than we play
It's a holiday where work takes precedence over play
It's a working holiday, poo, poo
It's a holiday that isn't as enjoyable as it sounds
And we have to wear these ridiculous shoes!
And we have to wear these silly shoes!
Ugh, well, you do have a point there, but isn't Christmas about others? Giving?
Well, you do have a point there, but isn't Christmas about being selfless and giving to others?
Oh, I'll give you something, alright. And, I'll give that Santa Claus my two weeks notice!
Oh, I'll give you something, alright. And, I'll quit my job working for Santa Claus!
Alaska, please, listen to me, 'tis the season, for joy and glee!
Alaska, please listen to me, it's the season of happiness and cheer!
We are so lucky, honestly, we bring smiles to families!
We are fortunate, honestly, we bring happiness to families!
Well, I guess that is kinda nice. But, wait, no!
Well, I guess that is somewhat nice. But, wait, no!
It's horrible! My bunions are acting up! I just want to nap!
It's terrible! My foot condition is worsening! I just want to take a nap!
I could be home watching RuPaul's Drag Race on LogoTV, right now!
I could be at home watching RuPaul's Drag Race on LogoTV, right now!
Come on, Alaska!
Come on, Alaska!
Bah!
Ugh!
Think about all those children in need that just need smiles from people that are working. Today! Tonight! Think about. Think about Santa! He works on Christmas! The elves work all Christmas Season! Even, The Virgin Mary! She went into labor on Christmas Eve! You can do this! C'mon!
Consider all those children who need smiles from people working. Today! Tonight! Think about Santa! He works on Christmas! The elves work throughout the Christmas season! Even The Virgin Mary! She gave birth on Christmas Eve! You can do this! Come on!
Oh, I guess you're right, Manila! You better work!
Oh, I suppose you're right, Manila! You should work harder!
It's a working holiday, with Santa on his sleigh
It's a holiday where we work, just like Santa on his sleigh
A working holiday with you, with you, and you!
A holiday where we work together, with you, and you!
Yeah!
Yeah!
It's a working holiday, let's work all night and day
It's a holiday where we work day and night
It's a working holiday with you
It's a holiday where we work together
Hahaha!
Hahaha!
Writer(s): Tomas J Costanza, Ashley Levy, Christopher Nicholas, Justin Honard, Karl Philip Westerberg
Contributed by Carson F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@neatida
it's amazing. Manila is so smily and happy. i don't understand how people can don't like drag queens when they're so cool
@rubyandsapphire8001
kekostar hi
@bunnyvonpink4045
kekostar your hella correct
@nadiardz6224
Manila gives me so much life i love her
@user-ts5ey3vj9i
Nadia Rodriguez same omfg
@martinacorella5707
@carol nelson lmao manila is a character invented by karl. it's like saying cosette, a character from victor hugo's les misรฉrables, is a dude just because victor hugo is a man
@owendeschanel5858
If you close your eyes, Alaska sounds like Bianca. ๐๐
@joethejackal2904
Owen Deschanel They have the same nose too! ๐๐
@ViviValentinoD
this is totally blown my mind!
@cireziapri
holy fuck lol