According to Merge, at their initial studio session the two “were immediately struck by one another’s talents and found an instant rapport". During a conversation about their shared love of old records, Zooey let slip that she wrote her own songs, which she recorded alone at home on her computer. Somewhat shy about sharing these musical morsels, she was eventually persuaded to send them to M. Ward. He was instantly impressed, and they soon reconvened at his studio in Portland to begin work. Recorded over a period of several months, between acting work (She) and touring commitments (Him), the pair found time to bring Zooey’s fledgling songs to gorgeous fruition
Holiday
She & Him Lyrics
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Celebrate
If we took a holiday
Took some time to celebrate
Just one day out of life
It would be, it would be so nice
We're gonna have a celebration
All across the world
In every nation
It's time for the good times
Forget about the bad times, oh yeah
One day to come together to release the pressure
We need a holiday
If we took a holiday (oh yeah, oh yeah)
Took some time to celebrate (come on, let's celebrate)
Just one day out of life (holiday)
It would be, it would be so nice
You can turn this world around
And bring back all of those happy days
Put your troubles down
It's time to celebrate
Let love shine
And we will find
A way to come together, we can make things better
We need a holiday
It would be, it would be so nice
It would be, it would be so nice
It would be, it would be so nice
It would be, it would be so nice
It would be, it would be so nice
Holiday
Celebrate
Celebrate
The lyrics to She & Him's "Holiday" are about the need for people to take a break from their usual routines and come together to celebrate. The song highlights how taking one day out of life to celebrate and forget about the bad times can make a significant difference. The lyrics also encourage spreading the word about the celebration and how it can change the world for the better. The song's upbeat and energetic melody backs up the positive message in the lyrics.
The lines "It's time for the good times, forget about the bad times, oh yeah" and "Put your troubles down, it's time to celebrate" show how the song celebrates the importance of happiness and hope, even in the face of difficult times. The sentiment in "Let love shine and we will find a way to come together, we can make things better" emphasizes how the song wants to spread positivity and create a more unified world.
Overall, "Holiday" is an uplifting song with a positive message about the importance of taking a break to celebrate and come together to make the world a better place.
Line by Line Meaning
If we took a holiday
If we could just take a break from our daily routine
Took some time to celebrate
Spend this time to celebrate life and the things that make us happy
Just one day out of life
We only need one day to take this break from our usual life
It would be, it would be so nice
This break would be a pleasant and refreshing change for us
Everybody spread the word (oh yeah, oh yeah)
Tell and encourage everyone to join in this celebration
We're gonna have a celebration
We are planning to have a joyful celebration
All across the world
This celebration is not limited to any particular place but intended for the whole world to be a part of it
In every nation
People from all walks of life from every country are invited to join
It's time for the good times
We should focus on the good times and forget about the bad times
Forget about the bad times, oh yeah
Let's not dwell on the negative things but look forward to the positive things
One day to come together to release the pressure
One day to bond and relax, to forget about stress and just have fun
We need a holiday
We deserve and required to have a break from our stressful lives
Come on, let's celebrate
Hey, let's join in and have a great time together
You can turn this world around
With a little effort, we can make a difference and create a better world
And bring back all of those happy days
We have the chance to revive all the happy and joyful moments we've had in the past
Put your troubles down
It's time to let go of all our worries and enjoy the celebration
Let love shine
Spread love and positivity to make a brighter and happier world
And we will find
If we work together, we can find
A way to come together, we can make things better
We can come together as a group and make positive changes that can improve our lives and the world around us
Celebrate
Let's all celebrate together
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Curtis Hudson, Lisa Stevens
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
SheandHimOfficial
Can’t believe ‘A Very She & Him Christmas’ turns 10 this year! To celebrate, we are reissuing the record on limited edition silver vinyl with a bonus 7” that includes new covers of Madonna’s “Holiday” and Wham!’s “Last Christmas,” as well as a digital download code for our take on “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas.” Pre-order the reissue deluxe vinyl package out 11/12 + listen to “Holiday” out digitally everywhere now: https://smarturl.it/SHHoliday
We’re also excited to announce a run of holiday shows this December – looking forward to touring again! Presale starts tomorrow 9/22 at 10am local, sign up to get the code now at https://www.sheandhim.com/#tour. $1 from every presale ticket sold will be donated to Baby2Baby. Santa Barbara on sale now, general onsale for all other shows this Friday 9/24.
Tour Dates:
12/2 - Santa Barbara, CA - Arlington Theatre
12/3 - Los Angeles, CA - The Theatre at Ace Hotel
12/4 - Los Angeles, CA - The Theatre at Ace Hotel
12/7 - Chicago, IL - Chicago Theatre
12/8 - Nashville, TN - Ryman Auditorium
12/9 - Atlanta, GA - Tabernacle
12/11 - Dallas, TX - McFarlin Auditorium
12/12 - San Antonio, TX - Aztec Theatre
SheandHimOfficial
Can’t believe ‘A Very She & Him Christmas’ turns 10 this year! To celebrate, we are reissuing the record on limited edition silver vinyl with a bonus 7” that includes new covers of Madonna’s “Holiday” and Wham!’s “Last Christmas,” as well as a digital download code for our take on “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas.” Pre-order the reissue deluxe vinyl package out 11/12 + listen to “Holiday” out digitally everywhere now: https://smarturl.it/SHHoliday
We’re also excited to announce a run of holiday shows this December – looking forward to touring again! Presale starts tomorrow 9/22 at 10am local, sign up to get the code now at https://www.sheandhim.com/#tour. $1 from every presale ticket sold will be donated to Baby2Baby. Santa Barbara on sale now, general onsale for all other shows this Friday 9/24.
Tour Dates:
12/2 - Santa Barbara, CA - Arlington Theatre
12/3 - Los Angeles, CA - The Theatre at Ace Hotel
12/4 - Los Angeles, CA - The Theatre at Ace Hotel
12/7 - Chicago, IL - Chicago Theatre
12/8 - Nashville, TN - Ryman Auditorium
12/9 - Atlanta, GA - Tabernacle
12/11 - Dallas, TX - McFarlin Auditorium
12/12 - San Antonio, TX - Aztec Theatre
Vidi
Sadly no Europe 😢😢
Mercedes Capcha
Virtual tour for all your followers from different countries around the world. Please.
Denise Freitas
Love She & Him!! Kisses from Brazil!!😘
pishangemas
10 years ago i was 15 and working at Baskin Robbins, i always blast this album and pretend its snowing (its summer all year round in malaysia) :-) such good memories, thank you She & Him <3
Lapis Lazuli
I was 15 too this time. I had so many memories at 9th grade, when I'm hearing this.🥰 It really takes me back.
Lookin' forward every holiday season to hear their christmas alumbs 🥰
Ocean Sage
Love Madonna's original Holiday! Zooey does a pop classic justice with her ethereal voice!
Vidi
Finallyyyy some updates from you two 😍 still my go-to holiday songs after all this time ❤
pandan_cake
I missed you guys 💙 please keep making music!
Michael Dillon
Yay! More wonderful music from She & Him!! 🥰