Band members are:
* Stephen McBean
* Amber Webber
* CC Rose
* Lyndsay Sung
* Jonah Fortune
* Steve Balogh
* Cory Gangnes
* Brad MacKinnon
* Joshua Wells
* Matt Camirand
* Christoff Hofmeister
* Tolan McNeil
* Keegan Saunders
* Keith Parry
* Josh Stevenson
* Fiona Ackerman
* Ted Bois
* Ashley Webber
* Gregg Foreman
Holiday
Pink Mountaintops Lyrics
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Almost everyday 'til the lions
Are off of their backs
Runaway teens are the gate to the Milky Way
Reach for the stars with your brightest gaze
Never let the bastards bite back
Those who've seen the backs of the cowards
Bullet holes through the walls of the summer
Goddamn, what have we done?
Wicked ways
Collapsed broke and slain
Suffocate
Rattling in their chains
Oh!
Oh!
Runaway teens are the gate to the Milky Way
Reach for the stars with your brightest gaze
Never let the bastards bite back
Those who've seen the backs of the cowards
Have seen how fast they can run
Bullet holes through the walls of the summer
Goddamn, what have we done?
Everyone I love deserves a holiday in the sun
Almost everyday 'til the lions
Are off of their backs
The lyrics to Pink Mountaintops' song "Holiday in" seem to evoke a sense of frustration with the current state of the world, as well as a desire to see things change. The lines "Almost everyday 'til the lions are off of their backs" suggest a desire to see the oppressed find freedom and relief from their struggles. The image of "runaway teens" as a "gate to the Milky Way" suggests that perhaps young people hold the key to a brighter future, and that we need to listen to and empower them in order to create positive change. The repeated refrain of "Never let the bastards bite back" suggests a need to stand up to those who would seek to oppress or harm us, and to fight for our own liberation.
The lines "Those who've seen the backs of the cowards / Have seen how fast they can run / Bullet holes through the walls of the summer / Goddamn, what have we done?" suggest that the singer has seen the effects of violence and oppression firsthand, and is grappling with the destructive forces at play in society. The use of the term "bullet holes" invokes a sense of violence and unrest, and the question "what have we done?" seems to suggest that the singer is struggling to make sense of it all and to find a way forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Everyone I love deserves a holiday in the sun
It is important for me to treat my loved ones to happiness and relaxation, like a vacation in a sunny paradise.
Almost everyday 'til the lions Are off of their backs
I will work tirelessly until those who are oppressed or struggling are free from their burdens.
Runaway teens are the gate to the Milky Way
Young people who break free from conventional expectations have the potential for incredible experiences and journeys.
Reach for the stars with your brightest gaze
Set your sights high and maintain a positive outlook to achieve your dreams.
Never let the bastards bite back
Don't let cruel or negative people bring you down or derail your progress.
Those who've seen the backs of the cowards
People who have witnessed others' cowardice are aware of how quickly they can flee danger.
Have seen how fast they can run
Their experience has shown them that those who lack bravery often prioritize self-preservation over others' wellbeing.
Bullet holes through the walls of the summer
The signs of violence and conflict mar even the warmest and most inviting of seasons.
Goddamn, what have we done?
A lamentation for the negative consequences and harm caused by human actions and choices.
Wicked ways
Describing destructive or malicious behavior and tendencies.
Collapsed broke and slain
Suggesting the consequences of continuing such harmful actions, leading to personal and societal destruction.
Suffocate
The feeling of being unable to breathe freely or live fully due to external or internal pressures.
Rattling in their chains
The feeling of being trapped, helpless, and unable to break free from oppressive circumstances.
Oh!
An expression of surprise, disbelief, or shock.
Contributed by Asher E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
slint69
Everyone I love deserves a holiday in the sun
Almost everyday 'til the lions
Are off of their backs
Runaway teens are the gate to the Milky Way
Reach for the stars with your brightest gaze
Never let the bastards bite back
Those who've seen the backs of the cowards
Have seen how fast they can run
Bullet holes through the walls of the summer
Goddamn, what have we done?
Wicked ways
Collapsed broke and slain
Suffocate
Rattling in their chains
Oh!
Oh!
Runaway teens are the gate to the Milky Way
Reach for the stars with your brightest gaze
Never let the bastards bite back
Those who've seen the backs of the cowards
Have seen how fast they can run
Bullet holes through the walls of the summer
Goddamn, what have we done?
Everyone I love deserves a holiday in the sun
Almost everyday 'til the lions
Are off of their backs
slint69
Everyone I love deserves a holiday in the sun
Almost everyday 'til the lions
Are off of their backs
Runaway teens are the gate to the Milky Way
Reach for the stars with your brightest gaze
Never let the bastards bite back
Those who've seen the backs of the cowards
Have seen how fast they can run
Bullet holes through the walls of the summer
Goddamn, what have we done?
Wicked ways
Collapsed broke and slain
Suffocate
Rattling in their chains
Oh!
Oh!
Runaway teens are the gate to the Milky Way
Reach for the stars with your brightest gaze
Never let the bastards bite back
Those who've seen the backs of the cowards
Have seen how fast they can run
Bullet holes through the walls of the summer
Goddamn, what have we done?
Everyone I love deserves a holiday in the sun
Almost everyday 'til the lions
Are off of their backs
jay solla
The meaning behind these lyrics would blow your mind if you knew what they mention! Such an awesome song!
MartinFriese
Hi
0xBADCOFFEE
can you explain more?
DonPeyote
Such a happy song ))
fluctuoso
Long life Hank. We all are Hank.
uglycasanova
@TheJohnnyDigital had to look it up the moment i heard the song on californication! great song!
Patrick Pickford
@TheJohnnyDigital YEP!! Shazaam worked
TheJohnnyDigital
thumbs up if californication brought you here.
subhav samarth
#Hank