Ohhhhh
There’s a place I know that’s tucked away
A place where you and I can stay
Where we can go to laugh and play
And have adventures everyday
I know it sounds hard to believe but guys and gals it’s true
Camp Campbell is the place for me and you!
We’ll swim through lakes and climb up trees
Catch fish, bugs, bears, and honeybees
There’s endless possibilities
And no, that’s not hyperbole!
Our motto’s “Campe Diem” and that means I’m telling you…
We’ve got: Archery, Hiking, Search and Rescue, Biking, Horseback, Training that will save you from a heart attack, Scuba diving, Miming, Keeping up with rhyming, Football, Limbo, Science, Stunting, Pre-Calc, Spaceships, Treasure hunting, Bomb defusal, No refusal, Fantasy, Circus trapeze…
And Fights! And Ghosts! And Paints! And Snakes!
And Knives! And Chess! And Dance! And Weights!
It’s Camp Camp!
Behind the Music: Meaning & Story
The Camp Camp theme song is a high-speed, infectious anthem that perfectly encapsulates the “quirky and humorous nature” of the Rooster Teeth animated series. Composed by Richie Branson and performed by series co-creator Miles Luna (who also voices the optimistic camp counselor, David), the song starts as a traditional, wholesome camp tune before spiraling into a chaotic, rapid-fire list of increasingly absurd activities.
Since its premiere in 2016, the show has centered on Max, a cynical boy forced to attend Camp Campbell, a summer camp that is essentially a front for various failed business ventures. The lyrics highlight the camp’s motto, “Campe Diem,” and contrast the whimsical promise of “laughing and playing” with the dangerous reality of “bomb defusal,” “knives,” and “training that will save you from a heart attack.”
The song is a fan-favorite for its technical difficulty—specifically the “rap” section that tests the listener’s ability to keep up with the rhyming. Over five seasons, this theme has served as the perfect gateway into the show’s dark comedy and cynical-yet-heartfelt storytelling, making it an essential part of the Rooster Teeth animation legacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who voices David in Camp Camp?
David, the eternally cheerful counselor who sings the theme song, is voiced by Miles Luna, who also co-created the series with Jordan Cwierz.
What does ‘Campe Diem’ mean?
It is a play on the Latin phrase Carpe Diem (Seize the Day). In the context of the show, it is the poorly conceived motto of the dysfunctional Camp Campbell.
Is there a full version of the theme song?
Yes! Rooster Teeth released a full-length version of the song on various music platforms, and it features an even longer list of activities and additional verses about the camp’s founder, Cameron Campbell.
