Holiday (Unreleased)

Louis Tomlinson's unreleased track 'Holiday' paints a vivid picture of a character who embodies the carefree, hedonistic lifestyle often associated with holidays, but with an underlying sense of emptiness and impending doom. The lyrics describe a person who indulges in weekend-long escapades, characterized by drinking, smoking, and a penchant for vintage fashion. This character seems to be stuck in a cycle of seeking pleasure to escape reality, yet the temporary high is always shadowed by the inevitable low that follows.

The chorus, 'It’s a holiday until somebody gets hurt,' serves as a poignant reminder that the pursuit of constant pleasure and avoidance of reality can lead to self-destruction. The phrase suggests that what appears to be a never-ending party is bound to result in pain, whether emotional or physical. The song's narrative hints at the character's internal struggle and loneliness, as evidenced by his attempt to connect with the narrator by claiming they look like someone he once met. Despite the superficial conversation, there's a sense of desperation and the inability to move on from the past.

Louis Tomlinson, known for his tenure in the boy band One Direction and his subsequent solo career, often explores themes of youth, nostalgia, and the complexities of personal relationships in his music. 'Holiday' seems to continue this trend, offering a critique of the glorification of the 'live fast, die young' mentality and the toll it takes on individuals who get caught up in the facade of a carefree existence.