Cold War Kids - We Used To Vacation Lyrics






I kissed the kids at noon
Then stumbled out the room
I caught a cab, ran up a tab on 7th & flower

Beth's recital I had to run
Missed my son's graduation
Punched the Nichols boy for taking his seat
He gets all that anger from me

Still, things could be much worse
Natural disasters, on the evening news
Still, things could be much worse
We've still got our health
My paycheck in the mail

I promised to my wife and children,
I'd never touch another drink as long as I live
But even then it sounds so soothing
This will blow over in time
This will all blow over in time

I'm just an honest man
Provide for me and mine
I give a check to tax deductible charity organizations
Two weeks paid vacation, won't heal the damage done
I need another one

Still, things could be much worse
Natural disasters on the evening news
Still things could be much worse
We've still got our health
My paycheck in the mail

I promised to my wife and children I'd never touch another drink as long as I live
But even then it sounds so soothing to mix a gin and sink into oblivion

I promised to my wife and children
That accident left everyone a little shook up
But at the meetings I felt so empty
This will blow over in time
This will all blow over in time





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  1. P.... b....

    Well, here I am in 2019. Watching a video from 2007.

  2. I.... ....

    One of the best albums from the mid 00s ... this song haunts me

  3. J.... J....

    Family first

  4. L.... F....

    This whole album was hardcore AF

  5. S.... ....

    Always touching a drink when I hear this!! Been trying to stop for 15+ years!! Hopefully one day!!

    S.... ....

    Well you're no quitter! Although, I guess you kind of want to be lol

  6. I.... B....

    Places and forms of power... thanks English class 😉

  7. V.... V....

    It's tough man... going through it right now...😔

  8. J.... H....

    Simply beautiful. Draws a stark parallel between the idea of the "functional alcoholic" and his denial of his problem. Anyone struggling right now, listening to this, you aren't broken. You have beauty, just like this song, but a problem to overcome. Ours just looks like a drink

  9. �.... ....

    映画・ケープタウンでオーランド・ブルームが待ち伏せの時に
    カーラジオから流れていた曲。

  10. A.... J....

    지식e 배경음악으로 알게되어 한 때 멜론이나 지니에서 즐겨들었으나, 권리사의 요청으로 서비스 중지되어.. 유튜브로 넘어옴

  11. j.... a....

    une perle......

  12. V.... ....

    As I Take A Sip And Fall Into Oblivion!

  13. D.... J....

    Yes. I'm a functional alcoholic. No I dont go to meetings. I KNOW I have a problem. But this will all blow over in time....

  14. b.... ....

    “But at the meetings I felt so empty” I’m tired of the AA broken record, but “this will blow over in time, this will all blow over in time”

  15. T.... G....

    This song makes me cry

  16. M.... B....

    2018 still on my playlist

  17. N.... N....

    Most of my dealings with being maried and having children has been a life of rape. I was raped into marriage, and I didn't want children.

  18. L.... F....

    i stole their morraca at one of their shows over ten years ago and i emailed them to let them know i had it and they emailed me back asking me to give them $30.

  19. G.... S....

    Got a real Fiona Apple vibe, musically

    G.... S....

    It's the keys I think but I feel it too

  20. A.... B....

    I played this so much in College. Couldn't wait to be a Dad.

  21. J.... B....

    I love the lyrics its like i can picture the story hes telling great song ive had it stuck in my head since i was like 17.. 26 now

  22. J.... ....

    I fucking hate the new cold war kids

    J.... ....

    Blackstar241 aw, why’s that?

    J.... ....

    They probably don't like you much either.

  23. J.... G....

    My favorite Cold War Kids song by a country mile!!!

  24. m.... ....

    I kissed the kids at noon
    Then stumbled out the room
    I caught a cab, ran up a tab
    On 7th and Flower

    Best recital, I had to run
    Missed my son's graduation
    Punched the Nickle's boy
    For taking his seat
    He gets all that anger from me

    Still things could be much worse
    Natural disasters on the evening news
    Still things could be much worse
    We still got our health
    My paycheck in the mail

    I promised to my wife and children
    I'd never touch another drink
    As long as I live but even then
    It sounds so soothing
    This will blow over in time
    This will all blow over in time

    I'm just an honest man
    Provide for me and mine
    I give a check to tax deductible
    Charity organizations

    Two weeks paid vacation
    Won't heal the damage done
    I need another one

    Still things could be much worse
    Natural disasters on the evening news
    Still things could be much worse
    We still got our health
    My paycheck in the mail

    I promised to my wife and children
    I'd never touch another drink
    As long as I live but even then
    It sounds so soothing to mix a gin
    And sink into oblivion

    I promised to my wife and children
    That accident left everyone a little shook up
    But at the meetings I felt so empty
    This will blow over in time
    This will all blow over in time

    m.... ....

    Beth's recital*

    m.... ....

    My life...

  25. P.... S....

    Bob Dylan.. Tax deductible charity

  26. T.... ....

    The title is fantastic. In the context of the theme it’s almost more interesting than all the lyrics. Totally something an alcoholic husband and his family would reminisce about

  27. D.... E....

    I remember in 2008 when I was 6 I got a MP3 player and my mom put a bunch of her music on it and this was one of the songs. During the time my dad was on a deployment to Iraq and the events happening there were broadcasted on the news so I thought this was a song about service members and war and now looking back it’s kinda funny to see how my 6 year old self saw songs and the world. (P.S. my dad made it back and went on another development during 2012 to Afghanistan and also made it back ok) (P.P.S. He is a us marine)

  28. c.... ....

    who clip the locks

  29. J.... F....

    someone tell me if the maraca shake in this video is the same maraca shake as the recording. Did he really shake the maraca we hear? please. it's important.

  30. s.... ....

    As I continue to fight my alcoholism and grieve my best friend’s suicide, this will be my anthem

  31. k.... ....

    I saw them play this tune in Solana Beach at Belly Up, and I was mesmerized. Kudos to them all for their amazing talent!

  32. A.... B....

    such a beautiful song..when alcohol controls you. so sad that I understand it fully

  33. b.... (....

    Beautiful song, now like ten years ago.

  34. S.... C....

    Makes me cry everytime

  35. R.... .....

    Muito gostoso esse som puta merda !

  36. Z.... J....

    My dad keeps playing this song, he has no idea how ironic it is 😔

    Z.... J....

    Did you ever stop to think that, maybe he does? If I gathered correctly, you are saying he is an alcoholic? Maybe he realizes this and that's why he likes this song so much.

    Z.... J....

    Yes he does

    Z.... J....

    This made me cry... I hope you and your dad are okay

    Z.... J....

    just give it time and try to instil some positive shit between the moments

  37. M.... M....

    This should be the theme song to the show shameless

    M.... M....

    Marky Mark fits Frank an Lip but not the rest, I would at least use the song in a scene

  38. d.... h....

    good stuff

  39. L.... D....

    Great song... not familiar with Cold War Kids but I remember hearing this track 10 years ago and loved it then.... Got an email today saying they're touring and recognised their name so stuck it in Youtube and this came up. It's nice to be back!!!

  40. A.... B....

    i used to listen to this song on repeat when i was drinking all the whiskey i possibly could. you guys will be ok...

  41. k.... P....

    Huge Hidden Gem

  42. C.... D....

    This is Ward's song from Iron Fist

  43. A.... L....

    We use* to vacation

  44. F.... C....

    i heard this at a stand up comedy and now i love them

  45. B.... Z....

    The use of the rattler is actually kind of genius once you see this video. In my opinion.

  46. A.... M....

    Esta canción es fuera de este mundo. The chills and vibes omg

  47. s.... w....

    Maroon five next gen

  48. C.... P....

    But at the meetings I felt so empty..... My brother is slipping into his third serious relapse and will certainly die this time. This song was written from personal experience.

    C.... P....

    Chester Puffington

    C.... P....

    This will all blow over in time. It sounds so soothing to pour a gin and sink into oblivion. Beautiful and eloquent.

  49. D.... R....

    Song gives me the chills

  50. M.... B....

    great song. well written

  51. R.... N....

    "still things could be much worse. we still got our health, my paycheck in the mail."

  52. R.... N....

    their best song.

    R.... N....

    Roswell, NM 1947 no

    R.... N....

    well it is my favorite from them, I could listen to this anytime

    R.... N....

    First is.

  53. D.... G....

    "This will all blow over in time" if you're an alcoholic and have never had that thought then you're a liar

    D.... G....

    Dank Guac same goes for any addiction to be honest..ive had my fair share

  54. G.... B....

    Movie " Zulu "

  55. R.... M....

    "I promised to my wife and children I'd never take another drink as long as I live, but even if it sounds so southing to mix a gin and slip into oblivion"

    R.... M....

    *"but even then" not "...even if..." ----- it's an American phrase. "but even then" We use it when we are giving consideration to a controversial point but still think out point prevails logically.

  56. p.... b....

    this is the only song I like by them

  57. M.... ....

    I'll never touch another drink as long as I live...... of water that is.

  58. J.... B....

    Great song. Their best...

  59. e.... b....

    ፈደፈደአአደደደደ-` ደቸ-!2. ጸከከበበሀነአዘዘሰአፈሄ

  60. A.... ....

    What the fuck is this video.

    A.... ....

    If you don't know, you shouldnt.

    A.... ....

    It's about not drinking. Or at least trying to stop

  61. Y.... P....

    Why so many modern music are stupid _"Loudness War"_ destroyed ? Stupid Mastering-Studios killed all that fine dynamic !
    *STOP LOUDNESS WAR !!!*
    https://www.facebook.com/pages/Stop-The-Loudness-War/164760383892

  62. G.... F....

    makes me double check my shit...hardcore

  63. D.... S....

    Saw these guys open for Two Gallants 10 years ago with this song. Never been so struck by an unknown bands talent. It was a feeling that stuck with me. Congrats CWK on all the success

    D.... S....

    Saw them open in 2015 in Boston for some band that was so unmemorable that I can't even remember who they were. These guys are so far superior.

  64. o.... ....

    It's not too often songs like this are written that everyone can relate to. Great song.

  65. t.... j....

    "to mix the gin and sink into oblivion." that line speaks a lot to me. being the alcoholic I am. I tell everyone I quit an I'm happy but there's always that craving. I miss that numbness to the body and mind. things seem too real now.

    t.... j....

    +trog jr i wish i could drink alcohol for relief... it does terrible things to my stomach. the joints arent working anymore

    t.... j....

    I feel ya, I boozed hard for years and when I stopped all these thoughts, memories, and anxieties overwhelmed the hell out of me. used booze to run away from them but that took its own toll on me.

    t.... j....

    @trog jr this will blow over in time.

    t.... j....

    Are you keeping up to your promises?

    I've been addicted to weed for just the same reason but now I only use it recreationally. Life's too beautiful if you know where to look and being numb takes away the ability to see that beauty. It just melts everything into one giant paste and nothing feels relevant anymore. Keep fighting man, it's tough but so worth it.

    t.... j....

    Commenting 1 year later .... Hope U still taking it 1 day at a time ... Thoughts always there but be Proud that you are standing tough against your Demon (s ) .... You are worth the Battle ... Make no mistake ... We are all in this Struggle ... LOVE YOU .... All us Lost Souls got your back ....

  66. B.... D....

    This is my "Fuck it, I don't care who is watching me I'm a goddamn rockstar" song on those long drives.

  67. A.... ....

    I just discovered this band and also this song and i'm in love with this part.
    ''I promised to my wife and children,
    I'd never touch another drink as long as I live''

    Idk why, i dont even hace children or wife LOL.

    A.... ....

    +AJJRodyys i don't think even the lead singer (nathan willett) was married at the time he sang that lyric.

  68. L.... P....

    for all the functioning alcoholics out there. perfectly summed up. just wish it didn't sound quite so soothing

    L.... P....

    +mama murphy sometimes life is the thing thats fucked up and resisting drowning under it is unconscionable torture

    L.... P....

    don't know whether to :thumbsup: or :thumbsdown feelsbadman

    L.... P....

    lol you're a misunderstood intellectual like the rest of us right?

    L.... P....

    Mama Murphy? I haven't played FO4 in...who am I kidding I play every day

  69. L.... A....

    When you realize that 2007 was almost 10 years ago...

    L.... A....

    10 years Impossible!

    L.... A....

    It was 10 years ago now lol

    L.... A....

    holy shit!

    L.... A....

    12 years now

  70. S.... ....

    when my mom promised me she would stop drinking....

  71. g.... i....

    Getting Television vibes from that solo

  72. K.... J....

    It's amazing what I find by going down the rabbit holes. Awesome song!

  73. L.... W....

    These riffs make me wanna rebel. Smooth AF

  74. w.... ....

    fuck man my life has really fallen apart

    w.... ....

    +Jeff L fuck oath bro, all u need is to find something that earns u a bit of money to afford rent or something small but convenient, grow your own food drink clean water so get a fluoride filter and even invest in a desalination processor and just live everyday as it comes while finding your true purpose, your true talent and show it to the world

    w.... ....

    Ben Hinman dude that sucks so bad. I'm sorry you are going through such a rough time. keep trudging through the mud though man, u are not alone. I'm trudging through the mud, too.

    w.... ....

    Good luck fellas

    w.... ....

    stop feeling sorry for yourself. get up and go get what you want. whatever it is

    w.... ....

    I like sandwiches same for 2 years. Then I realised no one is gonna help you. Its about yourself. Chin up. Go get this fucking world

  75. S.... C....

    "I give a check to tax-deductible charity organizations." Love that line

    S.... C....

    +Stephanie Collins Its a Bob Dylan lyric, the one they are taking the bass riff from!

    S.... C....

    +Jonah Adams is it really?

    S.... C....

    @president comacho yes, from ballad of a thin man!

  76. s.... ....

    love you guys

  77. L.... T....

    This song...some gin ...and another man's wife!

  78. G.... ....

    "It sounds so soothing to mix the gin and sink into oblivion" Jesus Christ that line is so fucking perfect

  79. T.... ....

    "punched the nipples boy".....What?! lol

    T.... ....

    +TheHurtShoulder only part i could relate too.

    T.... ....

    +TheHurtShoulder a much better lyric. punch those nipples boy! go on now, punch 'em... hmmmmmmmmm

    T.... ....

    +Oli Freestone it's only in the (Mel Gibson Edit)

  80. G.... T....

    at the meetings i felt so empty....... this will all blow over in time lol

    G.... T....

    +Garry Tisdell this will all blow over in time

    G.... T....

    +Garry Tisdell lol

  81. z.... t....

    such a good song

  82. B.... R....

    very similar to ode the deorotand by coldplay

  83. C.... K....

    This song collaborates an alcoholic's state of mind so well.

    C.... K....

    @noofalata corroborate

    C.... K....

    Innit blud

    C.... K....

    I know what you meant... but you meant to say *my alcoholic state of mind. Or wait... that's just me. Lmao

    C.... K....

    Noofalata, your comment has me ☠.

    C.... K....

    The piano man chaotic and messy

  84. S.... M....

    Love this song.  Love this band.

  85. J.... C....

    So good.

  86. N.... M....

    Gives me chills...

  87. c.... ....

    👽❤

  88. W.... t....

    love this band, remind me of wide mouth mason

  89. C.... F....

    So do they always have the random needless piano mash?

  90. T.... J....

    R.I.P. Dustin Blaine Willis. You always loved this song, buddy.

  91. L.... P....

    Robbers and Cowards has aged beautifully

  92. c.... s....

    what is this song about?

    c.... s....

    A man fighting his demons, family responsibilities and life ...........

    c.... s....

    along with denial about the man's drinking problem

    c.... s....

    +caleb shafer Alcoholism.

    c.... s....

    Sounds like it

  93. D.... F....

    Man, there are so many great indie bands that all seem to have the same singer :/

    D.... F....

    @enchantrand-esque care to elaborate with some more examples?

    D.... F....

    +enchantrand-esque same reason why all the indie bands out of england in the 90s sounded like radiohead.

  94. P.... ....

    It took forever for me to find this song I love that part at 1:23 <3

    P.... ....

    I know right that's the best part! XD

    P.... ....

    I promised to my wide and children

  95. K.... A....

    dis sux

    K.... A....

    You have to be older than 12 to enjoy it.

    K.... A....

    you dont have to be any age to care :)

    K.... A....

    @Shadow The hedge hog that made no sense. Go play sonic.

    K.... A....

    This song is an anthem my friend