My Gift to You
Alexander O Lyrics
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Each other gifts, oh yeah, yeah
Most people never seem to think about the things
We really need oh, ho, oh who?
So I'm offering this wrapped present
Wrapped up in a package that you can get from someone
This package that they'll bring to you is my gift to you
We must not predict without giving up yourself you know
It's just not a gift, oh no
So how can you expect a gift from someone else unless you give
That's just the sign of a selfish man
So I'm offering my heart and soul
And every single part I have to give of myself
My love is what I bring to you is my gift to you
Oh, yeah, my gift, my gift, my gift to you
So I'm offering this wrapped present
Wrapped up in a package that you can get from someone, oh yeah
This package that they'll bring to you is my gift to you
Said, "It's my gift, yeah"
Gonna say it again, "My gift to you, yeah"
Do you hear what I'm talking about, baby?
My gift, my gift, my gift to you
Oh yeah, yeah, my gift to you
Said, "It's my gift"
Said, "It's my gift, my gift to you"
The lyrics to Alexander O'Neal's song "My Gift to You" is all about the true meaning of giving and the spirit of Christmas. The song reflects on how most people give gifts without putting enough thought in them; instead, the focus is often on giving for the sake of giving. This is why Alexander offers his heart and soul as a gift to his loved one; he believes that true gift-giving is not about being materialistic but about the act of generosity and putting oneself out there.
The lyrics highlight how we should not expect to receive something in return without first giving of ourselves. Alexander talks about how generosity is the sign of a selfless man and that giving should be done from the heart. He reminds listeners that the greatest gift we can give is our love and compassion, as it is something that we can all easily afford to give.
In essence, "My Gift to You" encourages us to take the time to think about what we are giving, and how it will benefit the receiver. With its soulful melody and lyrics, the song speaks to the emotional side of gift-giving and the importance of giving from the heart.
Line by Line Meaning
Christmas is the time we have picked to give
We have chosen Christmas as the special time to exchange gifts with each other.
Each other gifts, oh yeah, yeah
We give gifts to each other during this festive season, yes!
Most people never seem to think about the things
We really need oh, ho, oh who?
People generally don't gift what's necessary but rather superficial; what's the big deal, huh?
So I'm offering this wrapped present
I'm presenting a wrapped gift to you.
Wrapped up in a package that you can get from someone
It's gift-wrapped and can be obtained through someone else's delivery.
This package that they'll bring to you is my gift to you
This gift that they deliver to you is from me to you.
We must not predict without giving up yourself you know
One cannot expect to receive gifts without offering something in return.
It's just not a gift, oh no
Merely receiving a gift without reciprocity is not really a gift.
So how can you expect a gift from someone else unless you give
You can't expect to receive a gift from someone else unless you give them something first.
That's just the sign of a selfish man
Someone who expects to receive gifts without offering anything in return is a selfish person.
So I'm offering my heart and soul
I'm giving all of myself to you, offering everything that I am.
And every single part I have to give of myself
I'm giving everything I have, all of myself to you.
My love is what I bring to you is my gift to you
My gift to you is my love, which I bring wholeheartedly.
Oh, yeah, my gift, my gift, my gift to you
My gift to you, yes, oh yeah, my gift, my gift, my gift to you.
Said, "It's my gift, yeah"
I repeat, it's my gift to you.
Gonna say it again, "My gift to you, yeah"
Once more, I will say it's my gift to you.
Do you hear what I'm talking about, baby?
Do you understand the depth of my feelings, my love?
Said, "It's my gift"
I keep asserting that it's my gift to you.
Said, "It's my gift, my gift to you"
I maintain that it's my gift, my gift to you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JAMES SAMUEL III HARRIS, JAMES HARRIS III, TERRY LEWIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@timothybryant5231
You know Alex never got his fair credit. As a superstar. The guy was right up there with Luther. He is and should be recognized as one of the all time greats.
@demijones7537
💯💯💯💯
@chandicejamison4637
I agree ❤❤
@TCChavez
He got his flowers but his drug issues got in the way of his true potential
@DivaInTheWoods
True, and interestingly enough, I literally have this song immediately following Luther in my Christmas playlist for the very reason you stated. 💚❤
@brettflowers7394
Your so right ✅️ 🙌 👏 👌
@kellykimbrell-glass6156
One of the greatest Christmas songs ever!
@skeeburton3360
There no q. about it
@dorisblack7631
Still is in 2022!!
@dianeholmes6502
"I totally agree!" The holidays would not be the same without Alexander O'Neals wonderful My gift to you!