Original version
[edit]Chart performances
Wham! had been a dominant force in the UK Singles Chart in 1984 and news that they were planning a Christmas single meant that a battle for the coveted Christmas #1 spot in the UK seemed set to be between Wham! and the year's other big act, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, who had achieved a third #1 in early December with "The Power of Love". However, the Band Aid project, helmed by Bob Geldof, produced the #1 single. Wham!'s offering peaked at #2 for much of the period, although George's involvement in Band Aid meant that Wham! still had an input. Wham! subsequently topped the monies raised by Band Aid by donating all of their "Last Christmas/Everything She Wants" royalties to the Ethiopian famine appeal.
"Last Christmas" did make #1 in various other countries.
The single sold well over a million copies and became the biggest selling single in UK chart history not to reach #1. A year later, it was re-issued for Christmas again (this time without a billed flip-side) and got to #6. A second re-issue at Christmas 1986 - by which time Wham! had split - stalled outside the top 40.
The song gradually sold in Japan, and finally became the best-selling single that did not reach that country's top-10 chart, selling more than 600,000 copies and peaking on the chart at #12 in 1992.
Since 1997, the song enters the German Singlecharts every year and peaked at #4 in 2007. In the airplay charts the songs enters every year the Top 5.
In 2007, the track re-entered the UK Top 20 and hit the UK iTunes Top 10.
In 2008, the song re-entered the UK Singles Chart again, this time at #36 and peaked at #26.
In 2009, the song re-entered the UK Singles Chart at number #39.
[edit]"Can't Smile Without You" settlement
Due to perceived similarities between "Last Christmas" and the song "Can't Smile Without You" as popularised by Barry Manilow, an out of court settlement was reached in which the first year's royalties were donated to the one-year-old "Band Aid" charity.[citation needed]
[edit]Music video
The video to "Last Christmas" saw George and partner Andrew Ridgeley accompanying girlfriends to see friends at their home in an unspecified ski resort, although the cable-car that can be seen in two shots is from Saas-Fee, Switzerland. It became clear early on, however, that Andrew's girlfriend had previously been in a relationship with George, and it was to her character the song was aimed. The video also featured the duo's erstwhile backing singers Pepsi and Shirlie and Spandau Ballet bassist Martin Kemp, the boyfriend and future husband of Shirlie Holliman.
Last Christmas
Wham! Lyrics
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Ooh
Oh
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away (you gave it away)
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me, baby
Do you recognize me?
Well, it's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
(Happy Christmas) I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying, "I love you," I meant it
Now, I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away (you gave it away)
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special, oh)
Oh, my baby
(Ooh)
A crowded room, friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you, and your soul of ice
My God, I thought you were someone to rely on
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart
A man under cover but you tore me apart, ooh
Now, I've found a real love you'll never fool me again
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away (you gave it away)
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, (you gave) you gave it away (me away)
This year (ohh), to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)
Face on a lover with a fire in his heart (I gave you my heart)
A man under cover but you tore him apart
Maybe next year, I'll give it to someone
I'll give it to someone special (special, someone)
(Someone)
The song "Last Christmas" by Wham! starts with the singer expressing his regret about giving his heart to someone the previous Christmas who gave it away the very next day. He emphasizes that this year he plans on giving his heart to someone truly special to avoid any more heartbreak. However, he still feels drawn to his past love and wonders if she recognizes him after a year apart. The singer recalls wrapping up his love and sending it to his past love with a note that said "I love you," and acknowledging now that it was foolish. Despite that, he's still tempted to be with her again, even though she may break his heart again.
In the chorus, the lyrics mention that he gave his heart away last Christmas but was hurt the following day, so this year he plans on giving it to someone truly special to avoid tears. The verses continue with the singer mentioning that even though he's trying to keep his distance from his past love, he's still drawn to her when he sees her. He recalls feeling like he was someone she could rely on, but he realizes that he was just someone she could cry on when she needed support. The song ends with the singer accepting that he's found a new love who won't hurt him like his past love did.
Line by Line Meaning
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
I gave you all of my love last Christmas
But the very next day you gave it away
You broke my heart and moved on immediately
This year, to save me from tears
To avoid becoming emotionally hurt again this year
I'll give it to someone special
I'll give my love to someone who will cherish and appreciate it
Once bitten and twice shy
After being hurt before, I am hesitant to trust again
I keep my distance
I am keeping my guard up
But you still catch my eye
You still capture my attention
Do you recognize me?
Do you remember who I am?
Well, it's been a year
It has been a year since we last saw each other
It doesn't surprise me
It does not shock me
I wrapped it up and sent it with a note saying 'I love you', I meant it
I sent you a gift with a sincere declaration of affection
Now, I know what a fool I've been
I realize now that I was foolish to believe in us
But if you kissed me now, I know you'd fool me again
I still have feelings for you and am vulnerable to your manipulation
A crowded room, friends with tired eyes
I am in a room full of people who look drained and exhausted
I'm hiding from you, and your soul of ice
I am avoiding you because you have a cold heart
My God, I thought you were someone to rely on
I used to trust you and thought you were dependable
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
I was someone you leaned on for emotional support
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart
I am looking for someone who is passionate and loving
A man under cover but you tore me apart
I tried to hide my true feelings, but you hurt me deeply
Now, I've found a real love you'll never fool me again
I have finally found a true love who will not deceive me
But the very next day, (you gave) you gave it away (me away)
You hurt me again by moving on so quickly
Maybe next year, I'll give it to someone
Perhaps in the future I will find someone worthy of my love
I'll give it to someone special (special, someone)
I will give my love to someone who is truly special to me
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: George Michael
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@technoraver99
some ideas for a better planet
Matthew 5: 27-28
“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart.
Luke 17:1
And he said to his disciples, “Temptations to sin are sure to come, but woe to the one through whom they come!
better stop producing / uploading / watching "music videos".. (or similar videos, pics, profile pictures, thumbnails, title names, headlines, usernames + harmful comments, bad words, lies, disrespect, harmful lyrics etc! on social media + everywhere else too.
"Temptations to sin" / seduction etc. must stop)
start deleting? censoring etc.?
destroy your smartphones, cams, data storage devices etc? would be better.
remove temptations / seduction + other evil things from TV, magazines, radio stations, broadcasting etc? would be better.
many young people are watching those videos (or reading / typing harmful comments, or doing other bad things!) etc. all over the world. and its NOT ok!
parents? (or people in authority): intervene?! seriously
wait.. there is more:
harmful drawings / comics / animations etc, clothing / styles / hairstyles / behaviour, facial expressions, gestures, dancemoves, acting, exercises, sports etc.
harmful things in video games, news, reports, interviews, vlogs, tutorials, movies, series, trailers, entertainment shows, (+ backgrounds + surroundings), books, art, artworks, calendars, posters, business flyers, catalogues, leaflets, packagings, stickers etc. (words, speeches (+ voice types, vocal color etc), music, sounds, visuals, references! etc.)
harmful things in stores and online shops, advertisements + advertising, commercials...
+ better stop online dating and other harmful things!
maybe..
support ocean or river! clean up organizations? (i think it is of high importance) (in india, pakistan, africa etc)
+ support animal welfare (animal shelters (money for food or new fluffy dog beds? blankets?, small fluffy carpets? (+ washing machines?), pet vitamin supplements, + pet supplies (dog toothbrushes?), pet toys, dog hairbrush? (parasites!) bath towels?, medical checks, dental care? / nail, paw care? etc. pet heating pads? heated dog houses? (for winter or in cold areas), pet cooling mats / pads (on hot days, summer etc), diesel powered portable generators? (outdoor electric power generation) (to run vacuum cleaners, washing machines etc), solar lamps? (smart lighting solutions), transport vehicles, maintenance work etc. + other improvements, additional staff + volunteers, more safety, beautifications? etc. topiary?
+ animal rescue ? (dog rescue projects in india?), animal hospitals? (in poor countries or districts) or homeless people in your area? (btw governments should help these people! seriously. fast / adequate / individual support?!)
support some of them?
as an act of goodwill.
+ always be careful: corona etc.!
or become a firefighter, volunteer firefighter (+ driver? (pump operator), paramedic or ER doctor? ER nurse? ambulatory care? or shuttle service? (for people with disabilities)
+ be cautious: corona etc!
become an instructor? (fire and rescue?, emergency medical services?, advanced driving techniques?, advanced first aid?, psychological first aid?, wound care management!? + preventions (decubitus!, contractures!, thrush!, periodontitis!, loneliness?? etc) (nursing homes / home care / hospitals etc. + training seminars for employees) + hygienics?, high angle rescue techniques?, first aid for pets?, basic pet care?, junior firefighter programs?)
start reading medical books? (anatomy? / physiology? / ECG interpretation? / EMS (paramedic books?) or nursing books? or blood banking and transfusion medicine? or dental engineering? medical or rescue engineering? medical dictionary? (illustrated)
become a dog trainer? (rescue dogs, avalanche rescue dogs, therapy dogs) education? + watch out! dogs, cats etc. can transmit / spread corona!
become an animal rescuer or animal doctor? + watch out! CORONA! (protection, safety measures etc.)
Can the coronaviruses be transmitted between animals and people?
they say: Coronaviruses are zoonotic, meaning they are transmitted between animals and people!
maybe... plant a tree? many trees? a walnut tree?? in a park, garden or backyard?
a walnut tree = food source (for birds etc) + oxygen generator.
+ provide water for birds in summer? fresh water source? or bird bath?
or food? (daily? or several times a week?)
use checklists to improve efficiency?
snowy days? become a snowplow driver? (volunteer?)
or towing service worker?
or pharmaceutical supplier?
+ be cautious: corona!
new technologies + other cool things:
Far-UVC light (222nm) efficiently and safely inactivates airborne human coronaviruses?? (+ flu virus and many other?)
do research? progress? + installations? (in offices, busses, trains, restrooms, elevators, classrooms, corridors, stairwells, hospitals etc?) .. could save lives.
+ improve immune systems? (food nutrients?)
+ portable plexiglass virus shields? (for counters, offices, workplaces, waiting rooms, buses, trains, passenger cabins etc) + air purifiers? (with HEPA filter)
+ limit the number of customers in stores, shopping malls, buses etc? + keep windows / vehicle windows wide! open for ventilation?
+ stay at home?
amazing tools for rescue workers: portable hydraulic StrongArm (r) for firefighters etc.
( jawsoflife com ), hands free thermal vision (in mask imaging system), in mask heat vision (temperature display etc) or c-thru technology.
+ there are more amazing tools!
high rise rescue solution? SPARS parachute rescue system? ( cosmic-rs com )
fireproof clothing? + fire escape hoods?! (fire escape hoods and fire escape masks are designed to help you to escape from a burning building. each of these fire escape masks and hoods allows you 15 ? minutes to flee through the toxic gases / smoke)
smoke detectors with LCD display?, CO detectors?, fire blankets?, fire extinguisher? (+ fireproof clothing, cap, gloves, safety glasses etc?) (+ fire extinguisher selection chart?)
fire suppression systems? smoke extraction? fire protective coatings? (or anti corrosion?), seat belt cutter? useful gift idea? for family or friends etc. (or useful teaching books etc.)
support fire and rescue departments / services in poor countries or districts? (new helmet lamps, safety clothing + shoes, new equipment, fire escape hoods,
thermal monitoring? (thermal vision will help you to track down a fire's source and smouldering fires in dark. glowing embers as well as fire hot-spots can be detected and fighted very fast and efficiently! + mobile infrared cameras could detect hidden hotspots or locate people in smoke-filled buildings),
first responder kits etc. / communication devices (wearing! portable radios), new vehicles? a turntable ladder? training verhicles? new motorcycles? (+ customizable / agility / more efficiency, + difficult terrain / crowded areas etc),
new firefighter / rescue helicopters? (certain areas)
new reanimation boards (for nursing homes / hospitals etc), new lifters? (patient transfer solutions), protection equipment / protective gear (corona), medical oxygen??, ventilators?, AEDs + first responder kits, pulse oximeters, diagnostic penlights, glucometers? (+ strips), + various batteries (or battery charger?), blood pressure cuffs, stethoscopes, weight scales, label machines? (for clothing or other personal things), rescue blankets?, stifneck collars?, thermometers, neck pillows, heating pads / cooling packs (or aspirators + tubes, IV poles, (+ IV (intravenous) nutrition), breath exercisers, electric shavers!, nail clippers!, glasses cleaning cloths, non-slip socks! and many other good things + health care products (high quality products?) etc, compression bandages, medical dressing (+ anti pressure sores (decubitus!) elbow / heel protectors / pads / comfort cushions etc), CPR training simulators?, disposable ambu bags?, new rollators + replacement parts (+ hip protectors etc), wheelchairs + replacement parts (footrests, leg rest, headrest + cushion, armrest pads + comfort pillows?, cushion pads etc. to prevent pressure sores!), gel pads for shoes + back heel pads etc (+ improved skin inspections?! + treatment + reports + regular checks (+ photo documentation? with digital camera (disease / wound / injury processes! etc), anti decubitus air mattress for additional prevention?, + prevent hand contractures? (hand / wrist / finger splints?, hand therapy ball exercises?), auxiliary eating spoon and fork? (stroke hemiplegia rehabilitation training) comfort grips cutlery? (great for parkinson / disabled, suffering with tremors and trembling hands etc), medical alert system solutions?, own phones for all employees? (more efficiency / more safety), electric armchairs (more comfort), ergotherapy? (useful + less loneliness! + caution: corona!), water dispensers (less dehydration) (+ caution: edema / pulmonary edema / other diseases etc.), outdoor corner sofa + table? (garden, terrace / + all weather proof) + electric awning?, lighting solutions? + cool floor / garden lamps? (solar?, waterproof), teamwork + helping each other? (+ watchfulness, attentiveness, helpfulness, care, + honesty, accuracy, + giving helpful tips / hints, + politeness, being thankful, being focused), + preventing back injuries? (employees! / patients) (lift and carry properly. (+ teamwork? / use tools and aids?) + gymnastic exercises for a strong back?, (+ protect (treat carefully) your joints, elbows, kneecaps etc! + your nerves!), + energy and resource saving concepts?, tasty / healthy food? (+ additional: instant soups?, ready meals?, canned foods? for hungry employees / night shift etc), (+ vegan cooking books? give it a try? at home?)
+ other improvements, beautifications, more safety, comfort etc. + spreading good mood? (less sadness etc) (+ please be careful: corona!)
@cgravelle4937
I cry so hard when I hear this song. I lost my husband to cancer in APRIL 2018 ,and will Never have another Christmas with him.
He had just turned 64 .
He never lived to enjoy his retirement years. We looked do forward to th S t day when we would spend everyday together. He was the love of my life and my soul mate for 44 years.
He is gone forever.
It is now March 2024.
My husband had the most beautiful face I had ever seen, I loved looking at his,face and his beautiful brown eyes.
George looks so much like my husband.
My husband also had a,beautiful personality And was so kind and thoughtful.
When I look at Georges face I see my husband.
May George be in heaven where I know my husband is. hugs and kisses
@abkircz107
ラースクリスマス アゲビュマイハー
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
去年のクリスマスには 君に愛を捧げたのに
バットゥ ベリネクスデイ ユゲビルウェイ
But the very next day you gave it away.
すぐ翌日に君はそれを捨ててしまった
ディースイヤー トゥ セビミフロムティァーズ
This year to save me from tears
今年は涙に暮れないように
アギビトゥ サウワンスペシャーウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人に愛を捧げるんだ
ラースクリスマス アゲビュマイハー
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
去年のクリスマスには 君に愛を捧げたのに
バットゥ ベリネクスデイ ユゲビルウェイ
But the very next day you gave it away.
すぐ翌日に君はそれを捨ててしまった
ディースイヤー トゥ セビミフロムティァーズ
This year to save me from tears
今年は涙に暮れないように
アギビトゥ サウワンスペシャーウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人に愛を捧げるんだ
ワンスビルン ントワイシャーイ アキマイ ディステンス
Once bitten and twice shy I keep my distance
一度失敗するとシャイになってしまって
バッチュ スティウ キャッチ マイ アイズ
But you still catch my eye.
だけどまだ君が気になるんだ
テウミ ベイベー ドゥーユー レッコ ナイズミ
Tell me, baby,Do you recognize me?
教えてよ ベイビー 僕のことを覚えている？
ウェウ イツビーィャー ダズン サプライズミー
Well, It’s been a year, It doesn’t surprise me
もうすぐ一年だね 驚きはしないけど
アイラプティエン センテイ ウィーダ ノートゥセイン アイラビュー
I wrapped it up and sent it with a note saying, “I love you,”
包装して君に送ったんだ メモを付けたんだ 「愛してる」って
ワメーンティウ ネウ アノウ ワッラフーラビン
I meant it Now I know what a fool I’ve been.
本気だったよ 今になって自分がバカだったって気付いたよ
バディヒュ キッスミナウ アノウユ フウミアゲン
But if you kissed me now I know you’d fool me again.
でも今僕にキスをくれたら また振り回されるっていうのは分かっているんだ
ラースクリスマス アゲビュマイハー
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
去年のクリスマスには 君に愛を捧げたのに
バットゥ ベリネクスデイ ユゲビルウェイ
But the very next day you gave it away.
すぐ翌日に君はそれを捨ててしまった
ディースイヤー トゥ セビミフロムティァーズ
This year to save me from tears
今年は涙に暮れないように
アギビトゥ サウワンスペシャーウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人に愛を捧げるんだ
ラースクリスマス アゲビュマイハー
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
去年のクリスマスには 君に愛を捧げたのに
バットゥ ベリネクスデイ ユゲビルウェイ
But the very next day you gave it away.
すぐ翌日に君はそれを捨ててしまった
ディースイヤー トゥ セビミフロムティァーズ
This year to save me from tears
今年は涙に暮れないように
アギビトゥ サウワンスペシャーウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人に愛を捧げるんだ
クラウ ディルーン フレンズウタイダイズ
A crowded room, Friends with tired eyes.
込み合った部屋 疲れた目をした友人たち
ハイディンフロミュ エンデュソエバアイス
I’m hiding from you and your soul of ice.
僕は君と君の冷たい心から隠れている
マガラソチュウォー サムワントゥ リライオン
My god I thought you were someone to rely on.
何てこった 君は信じられる人だと思っていたのに
ミー アイゲサワザ ショルトゥクライオン
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on.
僕？僕はただ慰めるだけの存在だったんだ
ア フェイソナラバー ウィダ ファイリン ヒスハー
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart.
心に火を灯して 恋人の顔をしている
アメン ウンカバ バッチュ トーミーアパー
A man under cover but you tore me apart, ooh-hoo.
気持ちを隠していたけど 君は僕の心をズタボロにした
ナウ ファンダリリ ラービューネバ フーミアゲン
Now I’ve found a real love, you’ll never fool me again.
でも本当の愛を見つけたんだ 君には二度と騙されないさ
ラースクリスマス アゲビュマイハー
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
去年のクリスマスには 君に愛を捧げたのに
バットゥ ベリネクスデイ ユゲビルウェイ
But the very next day you gave it away.
すぐ翌日に君はそれを捨ててしまった
ディースイヤー トゥ セビミフロムティァーズ
This year to save me from tears
今年は涙に暮れないように
アギビトゥ サウワンスペシャーウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人に愛を捧げるんだ
ラースクリスマス アゲビュマイハー
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
去年のクリスマスには 君に愛を捧げたのに
バットゥ ベリネクスデイ ユゲビルウェイ
But the very next day you gave it away.
すぐ翌日に君はそれを捨ててしまった
ディースイヤー トゥ セビミフロムティァーズ
This year to save me from tears
今年は涙に暮れないように
アギビトゥ サウワンスペシャーウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人に愛を捧げるんだ
ア フェイソナラバー ウィダ ファイリン ヒスハー
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart (I gave you my heart)
心に火を灯して 恋人の顔をしている(僕は君に愛を捧げたんだ)
アメン ウンカバ バッチュ トーミーアパー
A man under cover but you tore him apart
気持ちを隠していたけど 君は僕の心をズタボロにした
メイビーネクストイヤー
Maybe next year
来年はきっと
アギビトゥ サムワン
I’ll give it to someone
他の誰かに愛を捧げるよ
アギビトゥ サムワン スペシャウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人にあげるかもしれない
@rogergiraldo
It's incredible that someone who is no longer with us is more present than ever with songs like this. Thank you, George!
@Edd-Ith
He's dead 😢...
@NewYorkTraveller-mw9cf
Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened 🎄 🎁
@evaklum8974
@@NewYorkTraveller-mw9cf
BARILOCHE USHUAIA
A R G E N T I N A
@jane.r
4months until christmas..🤸🏿🎄🎄
@lnlywriter9618
It was very, very sad when George Michael passed away.
@lukasvalko1587
I am not the only one who feel the Christmas mood in October, right?
EDIT: finally November, please claim your "I am not wierd, It is already right to listen to Christmas songs" ticket
@vibe4031
Nop
@geraldine0408
your not the only one lol
@abigailclayton7991
nope