Life on the ocean has long been romantasized as The ultimate expression of freedom And escape from land locked life A chance to explore, to re-invent This narrative has been locked deep within our DNA for centuries Starting with the stories of daring adventures setting off to discover new lands ♪ It has also given rise to the puzzling contradiction Of the modern day cruise industry Peddling the notion that a massive floating hotel That chugs between choreographed stops to buy local trinkets Will provide relieve from the predictability of daily life