It's Not Christmas
BROWN & GRAY Lyrics


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The fire burns but I'm still lonesome and cold
And I'm dreaming again
Snow never falls this time of year around here
But I'm dreaming again
Because it's not Christmas, no it's not Christmas
Not Christmas without you
It's been a long year and we all surely could use some rest
But it's hard to get to sleep
Some of us have lost while others have gained so much
But I've never cared much for things
Because it's not Christmas, no it's not Christmas
Not Christmas without you
It's not Christmas, no it's not Christmas
Not Christmas without you
Maybe next year we'll be fine
After all, it is just time
But I'll still dream until it's here
Because it sure won't feel like Christmas this year




Because it's not Christmas, no it's not Christmas
Without you

Overall Meaning

The first verse of BROWN & GRAY's song "It's Not Christmas" sets the somber, reflective tone of the song. The singer sings about how even though there is a fire burning, they are still feeling lonesome and cold. They are dreaming once again, even though it's not the time of year when snow usually falls in their area. The sense of longing is palpable, especially when the singer repeats the phrase "it's not Christmas, no it's not Christmas / not Christmas without you." From this, we can infer that the song is about missing someone during the holiday season, possibly due to a break-up or distance from a loved one.


The second verse touches on the theme of reflection, as the singer notes that it's been a long year and everyone could use some rest, but they find it hard to sleep. The singer acknowledges the ups and downs of the past year, but emphasizes that they don't care much for material things. The chorus is repeated, with the same refrain of "not Christmas without you." The bridge is a glimmer of hope, as the singer admits that maybe next year things will be better, but for now they will continue to dream of being with their loved one during the holiday season. The final chorus repeats the same refrain as before, emphasizing that the holiday season doesn't feel complete without the special person they are missing.


Line by Line Meaning

The fire burns but I'm still lonesome and cold
Although I have warmth from the fire, I still feel lonely and cold without you.


And I'm dreaming again
I keep having vivid dreams of spending Christmas with you.


Snow never falls this time of year around here
Even though it doesn't normally snow during this season where we are, it doesn't stop me from imagining a winter wonderland with you.


But it's hard to get to sleep
I struggle falling asleep without you by my side.


Some of us have lost while others have gained so much
This year has brought both loss and gain to people, but material possessions don't matter much to me.


Because it's not Christmas, no it's not Christmas. Not Christmas without you
Without you, it doesn't feel like Christmas at all. No matter what I do, it still won't be the same without you.


Maybe next year we'll be fine. After all, it is just time
Maybe next year things will be better since time can heal wounds and mend relationships.


But I'll still dream until it's here
Until that happens, I'll keep dreaming and longing for you to be with me on Christmas.


Because it sure won't feel like Christmas this year
This year's Christmas won't be the same without you and I'll feel its absence.


Without you
Without you, the holiday season loses its magic and joy, leaving me feeling incomplete without your presence.




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Written by: Jordan Brown

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Joni Tieuquy

This deserves sooooo much more views. Had it on repeat the whole night. Hope you guys make it in any way you want to. Peace to everyone involved in the production of this amazing song!

Jem Key

So thankful that I performed this for my grandma last Christmas. She will definitely be missed this season, it certainly won't feel like Christmas without her.

SelinaScottBennin

Beautiful song! ‘Tis the season 🎄🎁 I love it!

Sheri Scott

So well done,, brings Happy Tears to my eyes!! Beautiful voices, Beautiful song !!

Brown & Gray

Thank you! We really appreciate hearing that, we hope it sounded like Christmas to you 🎄

Mind of Gemini

Only thing missing is a cup of hot cocoa with a candy cane in it.

Brent S.

This is an Amazing song! Looking forward to a full Album from Brown & Gray. Congrats on your success!

Kyle Cooper

See a big future for you both love the twang in both vocals it's just beautiful music

Kaitlyn France

Love the song!!! Ya'll are awesome!!!

Matthew Dunne

On repeat until the holidays!

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