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Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
Christmas Hits Lyrics


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Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Let your heart be light
From now on
Our troubles will be out of sight

Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Make the Yuletide gay
From now on
Our troubles will be miles away

Here we are as in olden days
Happy golden days of yore
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Gather near to us once more

Through the years
We all will be together
If the fates allow
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough
And have yourself
A merry little Christmas now

Faithful friends who are dear to us
Gather near to us once more

Through the years
We all will be together
If the fates allow
So hang a shining star upon the highest bough
And have yourself
A merry little Christmas now

Overall Meaning

The song "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" is a classic holiday tune that has brought holiday cheer to generations since it was first introduced to the public in 1944. The song was originally written by Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane for the musical "Meet Me in St. Louis," and was performed in the movie by Judy Garland. The lyrics of the song convey a hopeful and positive message, encouraging listeners to enjoy the holiday season and forget their troubles.


The first stanza sets the tone for the song, with a simple request for listeners to have a merry little Christmas while letting their hearts be light. The second stanza continues in the same vein, encouraging people to enjoy the Yuletide with the promise that any troubles they may have will be miles away. The third stanza nods to the past, evoking happy memories of “olden days” and “happy golden days of yore,” before inviting “faithful friends” to gather near once again.


The fourth stanza makes a promise for the future, suggesting that the group will always be together, even if the fates allow. The final line encourages the listener to hang a shining star upon the highest bough, with the implication that the holiday season is a time to celebrate not just with friends and family, but also with the wider community.


Overall, the lyrics of "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" are meant to inspire positivity and hopefulness during what is often a difficult time of year for many people. The song encourages listeners to let go of their worries for a while and focus on the joy of the season, while also acknowledging the importance of friends and community.


Line by Line Meaning

Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Let yourself experience a joyful moment during this Christmas season


Let your heart be light
Don't let the weight of your troubles dampen your festive spirit


From now on
Starting now, things will get better


Our troubles will be out of sight
We will temporarily forget our worries and enjoy the holidays


Make the Yuletide gay
Enjoy the festive season with cheerfulness and enthusiasm


Our troubles will be miles away
Our problems and anxieties will seem to be distant and insignificant


Here we are as in olden days
We are reliving the happy memories of Christmases past


Happy golden days of yore
Memories of joyful, carefree times from long ago


Faithful friends who are dear to us
Friends who have been loyal and important to us throughout the years


Gather near to us once more
Come back to spend time with us like in times past


Through the years
As time passes and we age


We all will be together
We will stay close as family and friends through thick and thin


If the fates allow
If life permits us to continue our relationships and be together


Hang a shining star upon the highest bough
Place the brightest and most beautiful star on the top of the tree


And have yourself
And enjoy for yourself


A merry little Christmas now
A happy and enjoyable holiday season right at this moment




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Tratore
Written by: Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane

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@fabiolaalejandra7047

I’m Venezuelan and when I migrated to NYC from my hometown Caracas by the end of November 2018, almost Christmas time, it sucked a lot to see everybody around me with their families while I was all alone. The details in this video just made my heart melt and I even laugh at the fact that you indeed leave your big house in Venezuela for a tiny little space in NYC.

@gregoriosanfelix9246

@24galina

it might not be Christmas yet, however what a beautiful tribute to all Venezuelans who have left the country looking for a better life!!!! It also represents the reality of millions of people all over the world. Thanks with tearful eyes.....

@isabelrj7428

Para nosotros los venezolanos ya es Navidad. Nuestra Navidad es un sentimiento que se va acrecentando desde Octubre, mes en el que nuestra vida se va llenando de luces, alegrías, reflexión, nostalgia, familia, renovación, perdón y mucho amor familiar. Recuerdo que para la Nochebuena se nos enseña a perdonar a quienes durante el año hemos apartado. Pensándolo bien y en la distancia, somos un pueblo a nuestro modo muy espiritual.

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@l8tralalt901

Can you believe it guys?

@fazecl4ps

CHRISTMAS IS IN A DAY

@condor5037

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