A thrash metal band from Holland formed in 1988. They released one full-len… Read Full Bio ↴A thrash metal band from Holland formed in 1988. They released one full-lenght album "Terrortory" in 1990.
Originally this band was called Assassin but due to the German band with the same name they changed the name to Messina. If you listen to the lyrics of the Song Messina you can hear that this song was about their original bandname.

Barcelona
Messina Lyrics

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It’s been cold for two weeks now
so we’re going to Barcelona
You know we got an Airbnb
my friend works at a bar
and the beer is cheap

Our flight leaves early, but we’ll get a ride
Barceloneta, Hotel Vela

The scene tomorrow
so much more awesome than the one
than the one tonight

For me it’s all ’bout the culture, got a travel guide
More caipirinha, less mojito
Someone open the window please
I’ll do a story right now
Caption: “vitamin sea”

I run the numbers five days a week
Now we’re going to Barcelona
I’ve been there done that, all in my feed

I got the playlist down pat
for Tel Aviv

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Messina's song "Barcelona" depict a group of friends escaping the cold weather by traveling to Barcelona, Spain. They have secured an Airbnb and one of their friends works at a bar where they can enjoy cheap beer. The song highlights their excitement for the trip, with references to their early flight, the famous Barceloneta beach, and the anticipation of experiencing the vibrant culture of the city.

The line "For me it's all 'bout the culture, got a travel guide" suggests that the singer is particularly interested in immersing themselves in the local culture and exploring the city's historical and artistic attractions. They mention ordering caipirinha, a Brazilian cocktail, instead of the more common mojito, showcasing their desire for new experiences. The reference to "vitamin sea" in the caption of a story hints at their excitement for spending time by the sea and enjoying the warm weather.

The lyrics also briefly touch upon the singer's routine life, mentioning that they run numbers five days a week. This juxtaposition highlights the escapism and sense of freedom that Barcelona offers them. Finally, the mention of having a playlist prepared for Tel Aviv suggests that this adventure is just one of many exciting trips they have planned.

Line by Line Meaning

It’s been cold for two weeks now
The weather has been chilly for the past two weeks

so we’re going to Barcelona
Therefore, we have decided to travel to Barcelona

You know we got an Airbnb
We have booked an Airbnb accommodation

my friend works at a bar
One of my acquaintances is employed at a bar

and the beer is cheap
Additionally, the cost of beer is relatively low

Our flight leaves early, but we’ll get a ride
Although our flight departs early, we have arranged transportation

Barceloneta, Hotel Vela
We will be staying at Barceloneta, specifically Hotel Vela

The scene tomorrow
The atmosphere and events scheduled for tomorrow

so much more awesome than the one
Significantly more impressive than the current scene

than the one tonight
Compared to the events happening this evening

For me it’s all ’bout the culture, got a travel guide
Personally, my main focus is on experiencing the local culture, and I have a guidebook to assist me

More caipirinha, less mojito
I prefer to have more caipirinha drinks rather than mojitos

Someone open the window please
I kindly request someone to open the window

I’ll do a story right now
I am going to create a social media post at this very moment

Caption: 'vitamin sea'
The caption for my post will be 'vitamin sea'

I run the numbers five days a week
On weekdays, I engage in numerical analysis or calculations

Now we’re going to Barcelona
Presently, we are embarking on our journey to Barcelona

I’ve been there, done that, all in my feed
I have previously visited Barcelona and shared all my experiences on social media

I got the playlist down pat
I have meticulously curated a playlist

for Tel Aviv
specifically for the city of Tel Aviv

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