This Gift
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Your eyes are shining like diamonds tonight
And we're all alone
There's no one home
You're finally in my arms again
The night is silent
And Christmas is here
I couldn't ask for more than having you near
I always will
And now I know the moment is right
'Cause I've been waiting to give this gift tonight
I'm down on my knees, there's no better time
It's something to last for as long as you live
Tonight I'm going to give you (oh girl!) all my heart can give
I thought I'd give you something shiny and new
I tried to find something worthy of you
But I realized, when I looked inside
There's some things that money can't buy
Oh no
I feel the magic, whenever you're near
I feel it even more this time of the year
'Cause I love you girl
I always will
And now I know the moment is right
'Cause I've been waiting to give this gift tonight
I'm down on my knees, there's no better time
It's something to last for as long as you live
Tonight I'm going to give you all my heart can give
You know I'll always be true to you
And you know I'm the one you can turn to
Oh oh yeah
Any time, any place, or anywhere
You know that I'll always be there
'Cause I've been waiting to give this gift tonight
I'm down on my knees, there's no better time
It's something to last for as long as you live
Tonight I'm going to give you all my heart can give
'Cause I've been waiting to give this gift tonight
I'm down on my knees, there's no better time
It's something to last for as long as you live
Tonight I'm going to give you all my heart can give
The song "This Gift" by 98° is a classic love song that captures the spirit of Christmas. The opening verse describes a beautiful winter scene with snow falling, and the singer is alone with his lover. He describes her eyes as shining like diamonds, and he feels complete with her in his arms. He professes his love for her and hints at a big romantic gesture he has been waiting to deliver.
The chorus is the big reveal; he's been waiting to give her the gift of his heart. He falls to his knees and pledges to always be there for her, no matter what. He acknowledges that material things can't compare to the value of their love. The latter half of the song repeats the chorus, emphasizing the importance of the moment and the specialness of the gift.
One interpretation of the song is that the singer is waiting for the perfect moment to propose to his lover. The image of him on his knees fits with this interpretation, as does the emphasis on the lasting value of the gift. The song is classic 90s pop, with vocals that are both smooth and powerful, and a catchy chorus that sticks in your head.
Line by Line Meaning
The snow is falling, the city is white
The winter is here, the city is covered in snow
Your eyes are shining like diamonds tonight
Your eyes sparkle like diamonds tonight
And we're all alone
We are the only ones here
There's no one home
Nobody else is at home with us
You're finally in my arms again
I am holding you close to me once again
The night is silent
The night is still and quiet
And Christmas is here
It is Christmas time
I couldn't ask for more than having you near
I am grateful to have you close to me
'Cause I love you girl
I love you, my dear
I always will
I will always love you
And now I know the moment is right
I know that now is the perfect time
'Cause I've been waiting to give this gift tonight
I have been waiting to give you this gift tonight
I'm down on my knees, there's no better time
I am kneeling down as there is no better time to give you this gift
It's something to last for as long as you live
This gift will last forever
Tonight I'm going to give you (oh girl!) all my heart can give
Tonight, I will give you all my love
I thought I'd give you something shiny and new
I initially thought of giving you something new and shiny
I tried to find something worthy of you
I looked hard for something that is deserving of you
But I realized, when I looked inside
But then I realized as I looked within myself
There's some things that money can't buy
There are things that are priceless and cannot be bought with money
Oh no
An expression of realization
I feel the magic, whenever you're near
I feel the magic every time you are close to me
I feel it even more this time of the year
Especially during this time of year, I feel it more
You know I'll always be true to you
You know that I will always be loyal to you
And you know I'm the one you can turn to
You know that you can rely on me
Oh oh yeah
An expression of agreement
Any time, any place, or anywhere
I will always be there for you, no matter when, where, or what
You know that I'll always be there
You know that I will always be there for you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: ANDERS BAGGE, ARNTHOR BIRGISSON, DANE DEVILLER, SEAN HOSEIN
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"This Gift"
The snow is falling
The city is white
Your eyes are shining
like diamonds tonight
And we're all alone
There's no one home
You're finally in my arms again
The night is silent
And Christmas is here
I couldn't ask for more than having ya near
'Cause I love you girl (love you girl)
And I always will (always will)
And now I know the moment is right
The moment is right
Cause I've been waiting to give this gift tonight
I'm down on my knees
There's no better time
It's something to last for as long as you live
Tonight I'm gonna give you all my heart can give
I thought I'd give you something shiny and new
I'd try to find something worthy of you
But I realized when I looked inside
There's some things that money can't buy (oh no)
I feel the magic whenever you're near
I feel it even more this time of the year
Cause I love you girl (love you girl)
I always will (always will)
And now I know the moment is right
The moment is right
[Chorus]
You know I'll always be true to you
And you know I'm the one you can turn to
Any time, any place, or anywhere
You know that I'll always be there
@DaisyAnnabelle6
Absolutely beautiful song! ❤️ I loved it then and love it still in 2023.
@nataliechapin4523
Me too
@LoveAngelMusicLady
This is such a classic song. It’s just not Christmastime without 98Degrees. But all their music is great. They are talented in a timeless way. I hope GenZ and future generations can continue to appreciate their music.
❤️ 🎶 🔥
@stmaartennannies315
Who is watching in 2023?
@user-uf5of2jj5i
Mee❤❤
@DAQS0084
Me, NcCoy from Philippines
@natashastrasburg5668
Me
@khinezinthwel3153
Me🎉
@ericafisk1408
Me
@johnhepfer4484
Merry Christmas Nick and the guys. You’re the gift that keeps on giving