In late 2001, the band reworked the song's solo for their live show. In 2005, Rivers Cuomo would often open the band's encore by playing "Island in the Sun" alone on an acoustic guitar in the back of the venue they were playing. On some nights, he would crowd surf back up the stage.
Holiday in the Sun
Weezer Lyrics
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When you're on a holiday
You can't find the words to say
All the things that come to you
And I want to feel it too
On an island in the sun
And it makes me feel so fine
I can't control my brain
Hip, hip
When you're on a golden sea
You don't need no memory
Just a place to call your own
As we drift into the zone
On an island in the sun
We'll be playin' and havin' fun
And it makes me feel so fine
I can't control my brain
We'll run away together
We'll spend some time forever
We'll never feel that anymore
Hip, hip
On an island in the sun
We'll be playin' and havin' fun
And it makes me feel so fine
I can't control my brain
We'll run away together
We'll spend some time forever
We'll never feel that anymore
Hip, hip
We'll never feel that anymore
Hip, hip
No, no
Hip, hip
We'll never feel that anymore
Hip, hip
No, no
Hip, hip
No, no
The lyrics to Weezer's song "Island in the Sun" transports the listener to the idyllic setting of a tropical island, where days are spent playing and having fun under the sun. The song speaks to the irresistible allure of such a location - a place where one can momentarily escape their problems and revel in the beauty and simplicity of nature. The lyrics begin by acknowledging the limitations of words in describing the feeling of being on holiday, particularly as one becomes transfixed by the sights and sounds of a place that speaks to their soul. As the song continues, more emphasis is placed on the freedom that being on a holiday provides - the ability to relax and let go, to enjoy the present rather than dwell in the past. The chorus of the song encourages the listener to join in the fun, to let themselves be carried away by the island vibe, and to momentarily forget their worries in the company of friends or loved ones.
The second verse continues the theme of escape, suggesting that even memories are unnecessary on an island in the sun. In a world where material possessions and emotional baggage so often weigh us down, the song asserts that finding a place to call your own - and drifting into a carefree mindset - is all that's necessary to find peace and contentment. The "zone" that is mentioned is a space where worries and stressors disappear - replaced by the warmth and joy of the island setting. As the song comes to a close, the listener is encouraged to run away with someone they care about, to spend time in each other's company and to forget the past. In essence, the song is a love letter to the idea of escapism - an ode to the power of a beautiful location to heal and renew the spirit.
Line by Line Meaning
Hip, hip
Expressing excitement or enjoyment
When you're on a holiday
When you're taking a break from work or daily routine
You can't find the words to say
You're lost for words to describe the experience
All the things that come to you
All the thoughts and feelings that arise within you
And I want to feel it too
The desire to experience the same thing
On an island in the sun
A place of happiness and relaxation
We'll be playin' and havin' fun
Engaging in enjoyable activities
And it makes me feel so fine
It creates a wonderful feeling inside
I can't control my brain
It's so enjoyable that it overpowers rational thoughts
When you're on a golden sea
When you're sailing in a beautiful and peaceful environment
You don't need no memory
You don't need to recall any past events
Just a place to call your own
A place where you feel a sense of ownership and comfort
As we drift into the zone
As we enter a relaxed and peaceful state
We'll run away together
We'll escape from our usual surroundings
We'll spend some time forever
We'll enjoy each other's company without any worries
We'll never feel that anymore
We won't experience negative emotions anymore
No, no
Emphasizing the previous line
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@vanilsonfelix4543
LETRA:
Hip hip X4
When you’re on a holiday
You can’t find the words to say
All the things that come to you
And I wanna feel it too
On an island in the sun
We’ll be playin and havin fun
And it makes me feel so fine I can’t control my brain
Hip hip X2
When you’re on a golden sea
You don’t need no memory
Just a place to call your own
As we drift into the zone
On an island in the sun
We’ll be playin and havin fun
And it makes me feel so fine I can’t control my brain
We’ll run away together
We’ll spend some time forever
We’ll never feel bad anymore
Hip hip X3
On an island in the sun
We’ll be playin and havin fun
And it makes me feel so fine I can’t control my brain
We’ll run away together
We’ll spend some time forever
We’ll never feel bad anymore
Hip hip X2
We’ll never feel that anymore
Hip hip X2
No no
Hip hip
We’ll never feel that anymore
Hip hip
No no
No no
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Nice thing you got goin on there, nerds.
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Great song, I feel tiktok moment coming
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thanks weezer
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Weezy
@BenBancoffOfficial
RIP Mike Welsh. A criminally underrated bass player with a wondrous persona.
@Sky-tg5rt
🙏 yes ❤ He truly was and a kind soul.
@pathat3027
Bang then this
@pathat3027
Listen i try acoustic