Jamaica!
Smoke the herbal, mon!
Rasta, rastafaria!
1-2-3, go!
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
Gonna live beneath the palm trees
Gonna surf every day, mon, easy
Gonna live in the bare palm trees, mon
Turn around and start it again
Gonna live beneath the palm trees
Gonna surf every day, mon, easy
Gonna live in the bare palm trees, mon
Turn around and start it again
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
Gonna sit there on the sand
Hold your hand in my hand
‘Cause we’re gonna start a band
And it’s gonna be grand
Aye, he can
Gonna take off, not land
Bring your friend called Mandy
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
Save the rhino, save-save the rhino
Save the rhino, save-save the rhino
Save the rhino, save-save the rhino
Save the rhino, save-save the rhino
SAVE THE RHINO, SAVE-SAVE THE RHINO!
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
When I am older I am going to live in a beach hut in Hawaii
Yeah, Hawaii, man
Save the rhino
Check it out, save the rhino
One more time, ah break it down
That’s it
Escaping to Paradise: A Dream of Freedom
“Beach Hut In Hawaii” by Charli XCX captures the ultimate fantasy of youthful escape and a carefree tropical lifestyle. The repeated desire to live in a beach hut in Hawaii underlines a longing for simplicity, relaxation, and connection with nature. Vivid imagery of palm trees, surfing, and sand instantly transports listeners to a sun-drenched paradise, far from daily worries. The playful tone, reggae-inspired phrases, and references to friendship and starting a band add a sense of childlike wonder and togetherness.
Environmental Awareness and Playfulness
Amid the island vibes, Charli XCX cleverly weaves in an unexpected message: “Save the rhino.” This refrain injects a dose of environmental consciousness, hinting that even in our happiest escapes, we carry the responsibility to protect the world. The song’s quirky mix of tropical daydreams and activism reflects Charli XCX’s unique style—effortlessly fun, yet socially aware.
Song Credits
Artist: Charli XCX
Songwriters: Charlotte Aitchison
Release Year: 2008