After heavily publicized legal battles with their former manager Lou Pearlman and former record label Bertelsmann Music Group, the group's second album, No Strings Attached (2000), sold over one million copies in one day and 2.42 million copies in one week, which was a record for over fifteen years. NSYNC's first two studio albums were both certified Diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Celebrity (2001) debuted with 1.8 million copies in its first week in the US. Singles such as "Bye Bye Bye", "This I Promise You", "Girlfriend", "Pop" and "It's Gonna Be Me" reached the top 10 in several international charts, with the last being a US Billboard Hot 100 number one. In addition to a host of Grammy Award nominations, NSYNC has performed at the World Series, the Super Bowl and the Olympic Games, and sang or recorded with Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Britney Spears, Phil Collins, Celine Dion, Aerosmith, Nelly, Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes, Mary J. Blige, Alabama, and Gloria Estefan. The group has received eight Grammy Award nominations.
NSYNC last recorded new material in 2002. The five members have reunited a couple of times, including at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards and to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The band completed five nationwide concert tours and has sold over 70 million records, becoming one of the best-selling boy bands in history. Rolling Stone recognized their instant success as one of the Top 25 Teen Idol Breakout Moments of all time. NSYNC is set to release their first new song in over 20 years, "Better Place", for the upcoming animated movie, Trolls Band Together, which Timberlake stars in.
In Love on Christmas
*NSYNC Lyrics
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Jingle bells, jingle bells
Jingle all the way
Christmas time is so special (Special, special)
When you're kissing me (Under the, under the) under the mistletoe
Exchanging loving gifts
Sitting in front of the tree
[Chorus]
Wishing, I pray to be in love on Christmas
Because Christmas love gives me that feeling
Wishing, I pray to be in love on Christmas
Because everybody should be in love with somebody on Christmas
Last year, Christmas
It happened without us (Out us, out us)
I was all mixed up and confused
I didn't know what to do baby (What to do babe)
I never thought I'd feel this way
I always thought that Christmas was a happy day
I always prayed that Santa'd pack love on his sleigh
And send it my way
[Chorus]
What a beautiful time (Oh what a beautiful time it is)
Time it is
A time to open gifts, and play with all the kids
Yes, it's Christmas (Yes, it's Christmas)
Yes, it's Christmas time again (Christmas time again)
Girl I love you (Girl I love you baby)
Yes, I love you (Yes I love you baby)
It's Christmas time again (Oh)
To be in love on Christmas (girl I love you baby, yes I love you baby)
What a beautiful time it is
Happy time to open gifts
Yes now it's Christmas time
And I am yours
And you are mine
Oh when you're kissin' me
Right under my Christmas tree
Baby come close to me
'Cause this is how it should be!
[Chorus]
(Grandmamma with my Granddaddy,
And my Momma and my Daddy,
I'm with you on Christmas)
The *NSYNC song "In Love on Christmas" is a sweet and upbeat track that celebrates the holiday season and the joys of love. The song highlights the specialness of Christmas and the joy of being with the one you love during this festive time. The poetic lyrics of the song start by invoking the classic hymn of "Jingle Bells" before launching into an expression of how the holiday season is uniquely special, especially when you have someone special to share it with.
The song takes us through the ups and downs of Christmas, from the excitement of gearing up for it, to the confusion of last year's celebration, to the promise of a better and happier future with the one you love. The chorus expresses the longing and hope of being in love on Christmas, and the feeling that everyone should be in love with somebody on this special day. The song concludes with the desire to be close to the one you love, to kiss under the mistletoe and to cherish the moment, because this is how it should be.
Overall, "In Love on Christmas" is a beautiful and uplifting song that celebrates the joys of love and the holiday season. It reminds us that Christmas is about love, family, and togetherness, and that being in love on Christmas is a special privilege.
Line by Line Meaning
Jingle bells, jingle bells
A familiar holiday tune that sets the festive mood
Jingle all the way
Keep up the jolly spirit
Christmas time is so special (Special, special)
There's something magical about this time of year
When you're kissing me (Under the, under the) under the mistletoe
Sharing a sweet moment with a loved one under the symbolic plant
Exchanging loving gifts
Showing affection through thoughtful presents
Sitting in front of the tree
Admiring the glowing decorations with a significant other
Me holding you and you holding me
Embracing each other in a warm, cozy hug
Wishing, I pray to be in love on Christmas
Expressing the desire to share this festive time with a beloved
Because Christmas love gives me that feeling
The joy and warmth of love is amplified by the holiday season
Because everybody should be in love with somebody on Christmas
Spreading the message that love is meant to be shared during this time
Last year, Christmas
Reflecting on the past holiday season
It happened without us (Out us, out us)
Not being able to celebrate together for some reason
I was all mixed up and confused
Feeling lost without a partner to share the magic with
I didn't know what to do baby (What to do babe)
Feeling helpless and uncertain without a special someone
I never thought I'd feel this way
Surprised by the intensity of emotions and longing
I always thought that Christmas was a happy day
Expecting the holiday to be a joyful occasion
I always prayed that Santa'd pack love on his sleigh
Wishing for the gift of love more than any material item
And send it my way
Hoping for the love of a lifetime
What a beautiful time (Oh what a beautiful time it is)
Appreciating the magic and beauty of the season
A time to open gifts, and play with all the kids
Enjoying the tradition of gifting and making kids happy
Yes, it's Christmas (Yes, it's Christmas)
Acknowledging the holiday has arrived
Yes, it's Christmas time again (Christmas time again)
Noting how fast the year went by and welcoming the season
Girl I love you (Girl I love you baby)
Expressing romantic feelings to a significant other
Yes, I love you (Yes I love you baby)
Reinforcing the previous statement in a heartfelt way
It's Christmas time again (Oh)
Repeating the joyous feeling of knowing the holiday has arrived
To be in love on Christmas (girl I love you baby, yes I love you baby)
Longing to share this special occasion with a loved one
What a beautiful time it is
Appreciating the magic and beauty of the season
Happy time to open gifts
Being excited about the rituals of gift-giving
And I am yours
Declaring commitment to the beloved
And you are mine
Receiving the same commitment from the beloved
Oh when you're kissin' me
Loving the warmth and tenderness of a mistletoe kiss
Right under my Christmas tree
Envisioning this special moment in a cozy, decorated room
Baby come close to me
Inviting the loved one to snuggle and enjoy together
'Cause this is how it should be!
Stressing the importance of sharing love and joy during the holiday
(Grandmamma with my Granddaddy,
Imagining the happy moments of older family members
And my Momma and my Daddy,
Remembering childhood memories with beloved parents
I'm with you on Christmas)
Being grateful for having a beautiful person to share this holiday with
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Written by: JOEL M HAILEY, RICHARD HAILEY, RICHARD CEDRIC HAILEY, RORY A BENNETT
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Jarrad Williams
Same goes for me.I still listen to these guys.I bought the album off of Amazon and this is one of the best Christmas albums that was ever released. I'm not exaggerating either.this is a classic.
Amgz 1122
Yes absolutely!
Megan McDonald
I firmly agree with this. Most “pop” holiday albums didn’t stick with me long term the way this one did
Ms. Brittany Watts
This is hands down the greatest Christmas CD ever made. Jam after Jam its sooo R&B
Tiarra Moore
JC has an amazing voice. . . . he REALLY shoulda made a solo R&B album ! i <3 Nsync
Tinker B
Love their harmony. I keep forgetting about the great vocals on this album. JC SANG this.
Missy Attention
damn 2 years later and was looking to comment on JC again hahaha damn he went off on this song tho
Missy Attention
JC just took it and ran!!
KelleyLi Vlog
IA! JC killed this song!! :)
Jonathan Bobak
always been one of my favorite Christmas songs ever. they really displayed soul and the entire Christmas album was great!