Holidays
Wesley Jensen Lyrics


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Butterflies in big glass jars
I'll tie them to balloons
Fly them to the moon
With colors shine through every room
Cuz I'm so tired of black and white
When it always turns to gray
I'm ready for a change
Cuz I'm not one to live this way

So I'll try
Honey honey don't you mind
Yes I'll try
Honey honey please don't cry

Cuz these holidays
Won't play us dear
Season come but they
Never stick around
And I don't wanna wait here anymore
Time will not slow down

Singing old salvation songs
My voice is crying out
Trumpets sounding loud
But nobody seems to hear a sound

So I'll try
Honey honey don't you mind
Yes I'll try
Honey honey please don't cry

Cuz these holidays
Won't play us dear
Season come but they
Never stick around
And I don't wanna wait here anymore
Time will not slow down

Snowy winters will soon turn to summers
But what's the point if they're lacking in color?
And where the joy of the boy who reaches others
Was it lost in the vile of his mother?
All I know, all I know
Is that time is running low
All I know, all I know
Is that time is running low

And these holidays
Won't play us dear
Season come but they
Never stick around




And I don't wanna wait here anymore
Time will not slow down

Overall Meaning

The song "Holidays" by Wesley Jensen is a poignant and introspective piece about the fleeting nature of time and the desire for change. The opening lines refer to butterflies in big glass jars that the singer wants to tie to balloons and fly to the moon, metaphorically representing the singer's desire to break free from the confines of black and white life and embrace a more colorful existence. The singer is tired of living the same way as before, and is determined to make a change - even if it means taking a risk and leaving behind the safety and familiarity of the past.


The chorus expresses a sense of frustration with the way time seems to slip away, with each passing holiday season bringing the promise of change but ultimately leaving the singer feeling unfulfilled. Despite this, the singer pledges to keep trying and not to lose hope. The verses reference salvation songs and trumpets, which could be a nod to Christian hymns and the idea of divine intervention or the power of music to uplift the spirit. However, the melancholic tone suggests that the singer's prayers and pleas fall on deaf ears, as nobody seems to hear them.


Overall, the song is a moving meditation on the human condition and the universal desire for something more. It speaks to anyone who has felt stuck in a rut or trapped in a cycle of sameness, and encourages listeners to hold onto hope and keep striving for change.


Line by Line Meaning

Butterflies in big glass jars
I want to capture something beautiful and keep it close to me, but I also want the freedom to set it free and see it soar.


I'll tie them to balloons
I'll find a way to give them wings and let them fly, even if it means letting go.


Fly them to the moon
I want to reach for the stars and set my sights high, aiming for something beyond what seems possible or practical.


With colors shine through every room
I want to add vibrancy and life to everything around me, not settling for dullness and mundanity.


Cuz I'm so tired of black and white
I'm tired of living in a world that is defined by binary oppositions, where everything is either this or that and nothing in between.


When it always turns to gray
Even when I try to inject some color into life, it always seems to fade away and become dull and ordinary again.


I'm ready for a change
I'm done with the status quo and want to break out of the rut I'm in and start living life on my own terms.


Cuz I'm not one to live this way
I refuse to live a life that is dull and uninspired, and I'm going to do whatever it takes to change that.


So I'll try
I'll make an effort to change things, but I can't do it alone.


Honey honey don't you mind
I need someone to stand by me and support me in my quest for a more vibrant, exciting life.


Yes I'll try
I'm committed to making a change, even if it's difficult or uncomfortable.


Honey honey please don't cry
I know that this journey won't be easy, but I need my loved ones to stay strong and not get discouraged along the way.


Cuz these holidays
The special times of year that are supposed to be joyful and festive always seem to come up short.


Won't play us dear
We can't rely on holidays to bring us happiness or fulfillment; we need to find that within ourselves all year round.


Season come but they
Although we look forward to different seasons and celebrations, they always seem to slip away too quickly, leaving us feeling empty and unfulfilled.


Never stick around
We can't hold onto these moments forever, and they will inevitably leave us wanting more.


And I don't wanna wait here anymore
I'm tired of living in anticipation of the next big thing, waiting for life to happen to me instead of making it happen for myself.


Time will not slow down
I can't afford to waste any more time waiting for something to change; I need to take action now.


Singing old salvation songs
I'm searching for meaning and purpose in my life, trying to find something that gives me a sense of direction and guidance.


My voice is crying out
I'm desperate for a breakthrough and will do whatever it takes to achieve my goals.


Trumpets sounding loud
I'm ready to announce my presence to the world and make some noise, even if it means going against the grain.


But nobody seems to hear a sound
Despite my best efforts and intentions, it seems like nobody is listening or paying attention to my cries for help.


Snowy winters will soon turn to summers
Time passes quickly and seasons change before we know it, so we need to make the most of every moment we have.


But what's the point if they're lacking in color?
Even if we experience all the joys and wonders of life, it won't matter if our lives are dull and uninspired.


And where the joy of the boy who reaches others
We need to find joy in connecting with others, reaching out to make a positive difference in their lives.


Was it lost in the vile of his mother?
Perhaps the obstacles and challenges we face in life come from those closest to us, stealing our joy and sense of purpose.


All I know, all I know
Despite all the uncertainties and challenges I'm facing, there are some things I can be sure of.


Is that time is running low
I can't afford to waste any more time waiting for my life to change; I need to take action and make a difference now.




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