One Big Holiday

My Morning Jacket

About One Big Holiday

"One Big Holiday" is a song by American rock band My Morning Jacket and is featured on their 2003 album It Still Moves. It is also featured on the band's 2006 live concert CD and DVD Okonokos. It is perhaps their most well-known song, behind "I'm Amazed". Despite a lack of radio airplay the track has achieved some notoriety, which could be the result of several live performances, most notably on Late Night with Conan O'Brien as well as several performances at the Bonnaroo Music Festival. Its signature guitar riff and the lyrics, telling the story of the band being "discovered", continue to make it a fan favorite and staple of live performances. The song has made appearances on several soundtracks, most notably the 2007 film The Lookout and the 2006 film Stick It. The song also was featured in episode 6, season 4 of the Fox medical drama House. The song is a playable track in Guitar Hero 5 and a downloadable track in Rock Band 4. Fellow Kentucky band Fifth on the Floor covered the song on their 2013 album Ashes & Angels. 


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Wakin' up feelin' good and limber
When the telephone it ring
Was a bad man from California
Tellin' of a stone he'd bring
And of better days
From this town, we'd escape
If we holler loud and make our way
We'd all live one big holiday
So we listened and up the river
And recorded all the sounds
Was some shakin' and some record playin'
All the leather kids were loud

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My Morning Jacket

My Morning Jacket is an American psychedelic rock band from Louisville, Kentucky. The band consists of Jim James (singer-songwriter, guitarist), Tom 'Two-Tone Tommy' Blankenship (bassist), Patrick Hallahan (drummer), Carl Broemel (guitarist, pedal steel guitarist, saxophonist, vocalist), and Bo Koster (keyboardist, percussionist, vocalist). more »

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Written by: Jim Edward Olliges Jr.

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11 facts about this song

Release Details
"One Big Holiday" is a song by American indie rock band My Morning Jacket from their third studio album, "It Still Moves," which was released in 2003.
Song Importance
This song is considered one of My Morning Jacket's most popular tracks and has been a staple in their live shows over the years.
Composition Aspect
The song is best known for its soaring guitar solos and infectious, repetitive refrain, which have made it a singalong favorite among fans.
Song Theme
"One Big Holiday" talks about achieving dreams and making it big in life, which is relatable for a lot of people.
Video Game Appearance
The song has been featured in the video game Rock Band, increasing its exposure to a younger audience.
Commercial Success
"One Big Holiday" was not a major commercial success on the charts, but it has endured as one of My Morning Jacket's most beloved and enduring songs.
Collaborations
The song was eventually remixed by bandmate Patrick Hallahan and John Leckie, a British record producer known for his work with Radiohead and The Stone Roses, among others.
Critics' View
Critics lauded "One Big Holiday" for Jim James' vocals and the band's skillful blend of alternative country and Southern rock.
Impact on Band's Career
This track was somewhat of a breakthrough for My Morning Jacket, helping to establish their reputation as a leading live act in the indie rock scene.
Festival Origin
The song is also the namesake of My Morning Jacket's festival, "One Big Holiday," which takes place in Mexico and has featured guest performances by bands like The Flaming Lips and Portugal. The Man.
Song In Film
"One Big Holiday" was used in the ending credits for the film "The Lookout," hence expanding the reach and impact of the song.

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