Growing up between Australia and the UK they have left the beaches behind to record some early tracks in a small bedroom in Hackney.
Vacation
Splashh Lyrics
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some place to clear my mind
well I'll tell you if something's wrong
sometimes it's hard to find
dreams for two, this place is like a zoo
I wanna go where nobody knows
the situation, since me, oh so fine
I'd love to learn to fly
vacation, vacation, vacation
I wanna go where nobody knows
vacation, vacation, vacation
In "Vacation," Splashh sings about the need to escape from the pressures of everyday life and embark on a journey of self-discovery. The singer desires a "long vacation" where they can "clear [their] mind." They recognize that they may not even be aware of what is causing their stress, so they encourage others to tell them if they notice anything wrong. They want to be in a place where they can escape the noise and chaos of their current environment, but most importantly, they want to be alone. They mention their desire to "learn to fly" and to leave everything behind.
The simple structure and repetitive use of the phrase "vacation" emphasizes its importance to the singer. The line "dreams for two, this place is like a zoo" suggests that the singer feels trapped and overwhelmed, as if they're confined to a zoo. This phrase could also suggest that the singer feels isolated, as being in a zoo implies being away from one's natural habitat.
Overall, "Vacation" speaks to the human condition of feeling lost in the world and seeking a sanctuary. It is a call to disconnect from the pressures of society and reconnect with oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
I need a long vacation
I'm extremely exhausted and require an extended break from work or other stressful situations
some place to clear my mind
I require a location that will enable me to get away from all the distractions and thoughts that have been clouding my mind
well I'll tell you if something's wrong
I'll be open with those around me if something is not right or if I require help in any way
sometimes it's hard to find
however, sometimes it's hard to verbalize what's going on inside my head and heart
dreams for two, this place is like a zoo
There are too many people around me that distract and disturb me, which makes it difficult for me to achieve or articulate what I want
I wanna go where nobody knows the situation, since me, oh so fine
I long for a place where no one knows what's going on in my life, where I can be alone with my thoughts and feelings, and ultimately feel rejuvenated
I'd love to learn to fly
This could be a metaphor for wanting to escape from my current situation, or I might genuinely want to learn how to fly a plane or take flying lessons
I wanna leave this place behind
I'm eager to move on from my present surroundings or experiences, and escape to a place where I can reflect and recharge
vacation, vacation, vacation
I am emphasizing how badly I need a vacation and how great an impact it would have on me both mentally and physically
I wanna go where nobody knows
I want to be anonymous, a stranger among strangers, able to observe and explore without the weight of expectation or judgment
vacation, vacation, vacation
My need and desire for a vacation is pronounced and unrelenting
Contributed by Peyton T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
J H O N A V I L A
Necesito unas largas vacaciones
Algún lugar para aclarar mi mente
Bueno, te dire lo que esta mal
A veces es difícil encontrar
Un paquete de sueños para dos
Este lugar es como un zoológico
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Me gusta la situación
Me encaja tan bien
Amaría aprender a volar
Quiero dejar este lugar detrás
Vacacion, vacacion, vacacion
Quiero ir a donde nadie co
noce
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Vacacion, vacacion, vacacion
Vacacion, vacacion, vacacion
Vacacion, vacacion, vacacion
J H O N A V I L A
Necesito unas largas vacaciones
Algún lugar para aclarar mi mente
Bueno, te dire lo que esta mal
A veces es difícil encontrar
Un paquete de sueños para dos
Este lugar es como un zoológico
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Me gusta la situación
Me encaja tan bien
Amaría aprender a volar
Quiero dejar este lugar detrás
Vacacion, vacacion, vacacion
Quiero ir a donde nadie co
noce
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Quiero ir a donde nadie conoce
Vacacion, vacacion, vacacion
Vacacion, vacacion, vacacion
Vacacion, vacacion, vacacion
Niall Massey
I had been stuck in 90's britpop for ages before I heard Splashh. Please come and save the music industry because you guys are my new obsession!!
renzoc
I haven't picked up the NME in years and for whatever reason I went to their website just to see whats new in music since i've been stuck on rewind for the past 5 years. I heard a 15 second snippet of this song on their 5 Bands to Watch in 2013 and I immediately fell in love with it. No disrespect to the other band mates but the best part about this song is the dude's voice.
Rozie kasem
your videos are so fresh, and so professionally done, you guys need to be heard of way more <3
Maisy Farren
I'm in love with this band , and Ive had a high five of the front man :)
lvaughan80
heard this on radio 1 last night. bloody brilliant. I used to have a real old Oasis tape of stuff they did before Definitely Maybe (colour my life), the vocals remind me LOADS of Liam Gallagher pre- definitely maybe. its like going back to 1994. Fucking ace.
Smokey Joe
So happy I found this band
Jeroen L
They're going to blow up this year. And that's a good thing yes!
renzo590
Great, as always! <3
Rod Carlson
I miss these guys, Sasha is still writing though