Christmas Time Is Here
2.09 - Vince Guaraldi Trio Lyrics


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Christmas time is here
Happiness and cheer
Fun for all that children call
Their favorite time of the year

Snowflakes in the air
Carols everywhere
Olden times and ancient rhymes
Of love and dreams to share

Sleigh bells in the air
Beauty everywhere
Yuletide by the fireside
And joyful memories there

Christmas time is here
Families drawing near




Oh, that we could always see
Such spirit through the year

Overall Meaning

The song “Christmas Time Is Here” is a classic holiday track that emanates with warmth and happiness. The song is composed by Vince Guaraldi for the Peanuts TV special "A Charlie Brown Christmas.” The lyrics of the song evoke the festive spirit that comes with Christmas celebration. The first verse of the song describes the cheerfulness that comes with the holiday season with the use of kid’s favorites such as snowflakes, carols, and family.


The second verse of the song highlights the beauty and joy that comes with Christmas. The use of the line “Yuletide by the fireside” creates a nostalgic and homely atmosphere. The final verse ends with a wish that happiness and joy that comes with Christmas linger throughout the year. The lyrics of this song serve as a reminder that Christmas is not only about receiving material things but a time to spend with loved ones and appreciate the beauty of life.


Line by Line Meaning

Christmas time is here
The season of Christmas has arrived


Happiness and cheer
There is a feeling of joy and merriment


Fun for all that children call
Children particularly enjoy and look forward to this season


Their favorite time of the year
Christmas is the most loved season for kids


Snowflakes in the air
It is snowing outside


Carols everywhere
Christmas songs can be heard throughout


Olden times and ancient rhymes
This season is associated with past customs and age-old tunes


Of love and dreams to share
The season brings with it emotions of joy, love and hope


Sleigh bells in the air
The sound of sleigh bells can be heard


Beauty everywhere
The scenery is beautiful and picturesque


Yuletide by the fireside
Christmas time spent indoors by the fire


And joyful memories there
Fond and happy memories are created during this time


Families drawing near
Family members come together during this season


Oh, that we could always see
If only we could maintain this spirit always


Such spirit through the year
This joyful and loving spirit should be present throughout the year




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@anonunknown933

As children, we were happy because we had nothing else to lose.
It is to our horror when we learn why all those adults were so sad.
And it is to our horror when it is longer we but they.

The days crept away. We were slowly stripped of who we were.
We are frogs boiled-cooked, sad, and dead.

Maybe that's why some of the adults hate children,
They didn't hate us back then, they envied us.

Why is such a small portion of life more significant than the rest?
Are the later days meant for us to wallow in the past?

Maybe it's because we can't let go. Those memories.
And so as we forget to let go we lose what children have.

Nothing.
But.
Potential.



All comments from YouTube:

@Dr.scottcase88

Born in 1955, sadly today all my immediate family and extended family as well as friends most of them anyway, have passed away and I am alone. However when I hear those children sing this song I am instantly transported back to around 1966 or 1967 at Christmas time. It brings back to me a visceral sense of happiness and contentment as if my voice is among those of the children singing. It’s quite magical actually. Peace.

@alpera9054

Hope you had a Merry Christmas ! Have a Happy New Year

@Patricksdoorbell

I'm sorry that they passed away. Have a happy new year!

@gbot3377

I lost all my loved ones too. I would be most happy to talk with you anytime. I wish there was a place where people are crushed by loss could talk with others going through the same. :(

@Dr.scottcase88

Thank you for the kind offer and I may take you up on it at some point down the road. Currently I am recovering from a full knee replacement in a rehab center. Ironically I am a licensed psychologist and happen to be blind.

@gbot3377

@@Dr.scottcase88 You are welcome, and anytime you are up to it sir.

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@andinonyong2149

I really miss being a kid on Christmas

@manuelorozco7760

IKR! When you didn't feel the stressful side of the holidays and no one complained until the presents were unwrapped

@pattigee1

You could take your inner kid out for a walk, a hot chocolate, and look at the christmas windows and lights, maybe.

@resmarted

I miss being a kid

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