In 1978, five of his albums were on the best-selling charts simultaneously, a feat equaled only by Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen and Johnny Mathis. He has recorded a string of Billboard hit singles and multi-platinum albums that have resulted in his being named Radio & Records number one Adult Contemporary artist and winning three straight American Music Awards for Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist. Several well-known entertainers have given Manilow their "stamp of approval," including Sinatra, who was quoted in the 1970s regarding Manilow, "He's next." In 1988, Bob Dylan stopped Manilow at a party, hugged him and said, "Don't stop what you're doing, man. We're all inspired by you."
As well as producing and arranging albums for other artists, such as Bette Midler and Dionne Warwick, Manilow has written songs for musicals, films, and commercials. From February 2005 to December 30, 2009, he was the headliner at the Las Vegas Hilton, performing hundreds of shows before ending relationship with the hotel. From March 2010, he has headlined at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas. He has sold more than 80 million records worldwide
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
Barry Manilow Lyrics
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Let your heart be light
From now on our troubles
Will be out of sight
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Make the yule tide gay
From now on our troubles will be miles away
Happy golden day of yours
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Gather near to us once more
Through the years we all will be together
If the faiths allow
Hang a shinning star
Upon the highest bow
And have your self a merry little Christmas now
They'll be near to us once more
Through the years we all will be together
If the faiths allow
Hang a shinning star
Upon the highest bow
And have your self a merry little Christmas now
A merry little Christmas now
The lyrics to Barry Manilow's "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" express the hope and joy associated with the holiday season. The song begins with a familiar phrase, "Have yourself a merry little Christmas," and suggests that we let our hearts be light, so we can forget our troubles and enjoy the holidays. Throughout the song, the lyrics explain that even though we may experience setbacks, we should take a break from it all during the holiday season and embrace the happiness and cheer that surrounds us.
The second and third verses reflect on the past and the future. The lyrics talk about olden days, faithful friends, and how through the years we will all be together. The song suggests that even though we may not always be with our loved ones, during the holiday season, we can come together and celebrate with them. The final lines of the song, "Hang a shining star upon the highest bough, and have yourself a merry little Christmas now," emphasize the idea of hope and new beginnings. The song encourages us to look forward to brighter days and to savor the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
May you enjoy a happy and joyful festival of Christmas
Let your heart be light
May your heart be free from worries and sorrows
From now on our troubles
Will be out of sight
From this moment onwards, all our difficulties will disappear
Make the yule tide gay
Celebrate Christmas with great enthusiasm and excitement
From now on our troubles will be miles away
From now, all our problems would be far away from us
Here we are as in olden days
Happy golden day of yours
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Gather near to us once more
We are together like old times, reminiscing about the happy moments with our dear and loyal friends gathering around us once again
Through the years we all will be together
If the faiths allow
May we all be able to stay together for many more Christmases to come, if our destinies permit
Hang a shinning star
Upon the highest bow
May we adorn the highest point with a bright star as a symbol of hope and joy
And have your self a merry little Christmas now
So, let us enjoy this festive season with utmost happiness and merriment
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Written by: Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane
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