Norman was originally involved in Young Life Ministries and gained a considerable fan base by performing at the summer camps there. This has drawn parallels to musician Matt Wertz and producer Ed Cash (Chris Tomlin, Amy Grant), both who gained fame through their involvement with Young Life. Upon releasing Big Blue Sky, his third album, Norman included a slip asking for donations to the organization. His song "Walk Down This Mountain" is about an experience at Young Life's Wilderness Ranch.
Norman released Between the Dreaming and the Coming True in September 2006. The tour in support of this album featured Christian music newcomers Aaron Shust and Brandon Heath. Norman is a graduate of Presbyterian College in Clinton, South Carolina. His song, "To Find My Way To You" was used on various promos for the CBS sitcom, The Class.
Bebo's single called "Britney" is written to Britney Spears, and is featured on Norman's ninth studio self-titled album. Recently (2007–2008) Bebo has appeared with several notable Christian artists on tour as they present Andrew Peterson's "Behold the Lamb" concerts during the Christmas season.
Bebo Norman's new album, "Ocean", released on September 28, 2010. It's a personal album, according to Norman, that covers the discovery of his true identity and the battle between fear and faith. The singer/songwriter told CBN.com that he hopes "Ocean" causes listeners to "look internally… at where they draw their own identity from. It’s worth wrestling with who we are, where we draw our value from, and where we draw our life from and .... refocusing on the source of whatever season of life we are in rather than focusing on the season itself."
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
Bebo Norman 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 Yuletide gay
From now on our troubles
Here we are as in olden days
Happy golden days of yore,
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Gather near to us, once more
Through the years we all will be together
If the Lord allows
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough,
And have yourself a merry little Christmas now,
Here we are as in olden days
Happy golden days of yore,
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Gather near to us, once more
Through the years we all will be together
If the Lord allows.
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough,
And have yourself a merry little Christmas now
"Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" is a classic Christmas song that has been sung by many artists, but perhaps most notably by Judy Garland in the 1944 musical film "Meet Me in St. Louis". The lyrics, written by Ralph Blane and Hugh Martin, convey a message of hope and optimism during the holiday season, encouraging listeners to let go of their troubles and enjoy the moment.
The first two verses of the song set the tone for a joyful Christmas, telling listeners to lighten their hearts and forget their problems. The phrase "let your heart be light" suggests that the weight of the world can be lifted during this special time of the year, and the line "From now on our troubles will be out of sight" offers a hopeful promise that things will get better. The third verse of the song reflects on the past, with the line "Here we are as in olden days, happy golden days of yore" evoking feelings of nostalgia and sentimentality. The final verse looks towards the future, acknowledging that the years may bring change and separation, but expressing hope that "through the years we all will be together".
The overall message of "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" is one of hope, joy, and togetherness. It encourages listeners to cherish the present moment, celebrate with loved ones, and look towards the future with optimism.
Line by Line Meaning
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Enjoy a happy, relaxed Christmas
Let your heart be light
Let go of your worries and be carefree
From now on our troubles
Will be out of sight
Let's forget about our problems and focus on the joy of the season
Make the Yuletide gay
Celebrate and enjoy the Christmas season
From now on our troubles
Will be miles away
We will put our problems behind us and celebrate this time together
Here we are as in olden days
Happy golden days of yore,
We are reunited with friends and family, just like the old times
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Gather near to us, once more
Our close friends and loved ones have come together to celebrate the season with us
Through the years we all will be together
If the Lord allows.
We hope to continue celebrating Christmas together in the future, with God's blessings
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough,
Decorate with the traditional Christmas symbol, the star, to add a bright and cheerful touch to the season
And have yourself a merry little Christmas now
Let's enjoy this Christmas with those we love and make it a happy memory
Contributed by Samuel S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.