I’ll Be Home for Christmas
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I'll be home for Christmas
You can count on me
Please have snow
And mistletoe
And presents 'neath the tree

Christmas eve will find me
Where the love light gleams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams

Christmas eve will find me
Where the love light gleams
I'll be home for Christmas




If only in my dreams
If only in my dreams

Overall Meaning

The song "I'll Be Home for Christmas" is a touching depiction of a soldier's longing to be home with family during the holiday season. The first stanza relays the soldier's promise that, regardless of the distance and obstacles, he will make it back home for Christmas. He assures his loved ones that they can count on him to keep this promise. The second stanza paints the scene of the soldier's ideal Christmas - complete with snow, mistletoe, and presents. The final lines of the stanza underscore the soldier's deep longing for home, calling to mind memories of Christmases past.


The song's refrain, "Christmas eve will find me where the love light gleams," emphasizes that the soldier's motivation to return home lies with the love and warmth of his family. This line also touches upon the holiday's religious significance, with the "love light" referring to the light of the Christ child.


The final lines of the song, "I'll be home for Christmas, if only in my dreams," bring the song full circle, underscoring the soldier's determination to make it home for the holidays. At the same time, these lines carry a sense of longing and sadness, acknowledging the realities of war and separation.


Line by Line Meaning

I'll be home for Christmas
I promise to be back to our home to celebrate Christmas with you.


You can count on me
You can trust me that I will come back as promised.


Please have snow
It would be great if there is snow on the ground during Christmas, adding to the festivities.


And mistletoe
The presence of mistletoe can create a romantic atmosphere.


And presents 'neath the tree
Having presents under the Christmas tree is a traditional way of celebrating Christmas.


Christmas eve will find me
On Christmas eve, I will be somewhere.


Where the love light gleams
I will be where the warmth and love of family and friends can be felt.


I'll be home for Christmas
I will try my best to make it home for Christmas.


If only in my dreams
If I am not able to make it, I will always keep you in my thoughts and dream of being with you on Christmas day.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@melanirosari6286

I'll be home for Christmas
You can plan on me
Please have snow and mistletoe
And presents by the tree
Christmas eve will find me
Where the love light gleams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
I'll be home for Christmas
You can plan on me
Please have some snow and mistletoe
And presents by the tree
Christmas eve will find me
Where the love light gleams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams



All comments from YouTube:

@jomess7879

My dad liked this song and would randomly sing it. He went home to be with Jesus on Christmas day 2019. I guess he kept his word

@akierrah3329

Awww this both breaks and warms my heart. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas. God bless 💕

@dellamysko2435

Prayers for your family this year

@cvonhessen

Merry Christmas to you & your family. Your father is happy with God in Heaven & he’ll sing with the angels 🌹

@arayaariyasombad9975

Players for you and your family

@jan0201

Merry Christmas n am sure you are going to enjoy the Christmas with the rest of the your family. Stay Safe n observe social distancing. 😷🎄🎄🎄🎄🎁🎁🎁🍷🥂🥂🍻

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@myheadisafilingcabinet

christmas songs always make me just feel better. i don’t care if it’s april or i am sobbing, play me a christmas song and i will have the biggest smile on my face

@scearpdigital4924

This guy and his music are truly a blessing to humankind.

@theseventhday3291

Hits differently when you can't go home for Christmas

@aethrics2557

Really does 😭

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