Dreaming Of A White Christmas
Bing Crosby/John Scott Trotter & His Orchestra/Ken Darby Singers Lyrics
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Just like the ones I used to know
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
To hear sleigh bells in the snow
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
With every Christmas card I write
May your days be merry and bright
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
Just like the ones I used to know
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
To hear sleigh bells in the snow
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
With every Christmas card I write
May your days be merry and bright
And may all your Christmases be white
The lyrics to Bing Crosby's song "White Christmas" is a dream-like reflection of the idealized image of Christmas that many people hold. Crosby was one of the most popular singers of the mid-twentieth century, and his version of "White Christmas" has become an iconic song, often played in department stores, on the radio and in TV commercials during the holiday season. The song paints a picture of nostalgic, happy Christmases of long ago with soft, melodic music and warm, comforting lyrics.
The first verse of the song sets the tone with Crosby dreaming of the perfect Christmas, just like the ones he used to know. He remembers the glistening tree tops and the sound of children listening for sleigh bells in the snow. The second verse continues with the idea of writing Christmas cards, wishing everyone a bright and merry holiday. The third verse repeats the first, emphasizing the idealized vision of a snowy, white Christmas.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
I wish to experience a Christmas with snowfall and a wintry atmosphere.
Just like the ones I used to know
Similar to the Christmases of my past, where I relished in the beauty of the snow-covered surroundings.
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
In a setting where trees shine and kids pay attention for Santa Claus' arrival.
To hear sleigh bells in the snow
So I can hear the sound of sleigh bells ringing amidst the peaceful and picturesque snowfall.
With every Christmas card I write
As I pen down my Christmas wishes and greetings to my loved ones.
May your days be merry and bright
Wishing for the recipient to have a cheerful and joyous holiday season.
And may all your Christmases be white
Hoping that every Christmas the recipient celebrates is filled with snow and an enchanting winter environment.
Lyrics © IMAGEM U.S. LLC
Written by: IRVING BERLIN
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@davidhartly9333
I DIG KEN DARBY SINGERS I FIRST HEARD OF THEM WHILE WATCHING WYATT EARP TV SERIES!!!1
@MrFrontrowkid
This is NOT the 1942 version but the 1947 version. John Scott Trotter does the musical arrangement and the Ken Darby singers, who were Bing's backup on radio, do the background. Not sure but I think this headshot of Bing in the Santa hat came from the Chesterfield ad in the early Fifties. He was on for Chesterfield at that time.
@johnp82
I say yes, this is the 42 version. As soon as I heard the first couple of notes, I could tell it wasn't the later version. The record album pictured is later, I think.