The Snowman
Bing Crosby & Frank Sinatra Lyrics
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Stood and dreamed beside a cottage door
How the children loved their friend the snowman
And the funny fedora he wore
When they said goodnight they told the snowman
That a gift for him was on the tree
So he called himself a lucky snowman
The cottage porch looked beautiful and bright
The holly wreath was turned on for the night
When all at once it caught on fire and fell
He couldn't knock, he couldn't ring the bell
He couldn't run for help, he couldn't call
But then he had to save the children after all
He knew he'd melt away, and yet the snowman
Threw himself across the burning floor
How the children missed their friend the snowman
But they'll always remember him for
A heart that was brave and the joy that he gave
And the funny fedora he wore
The Snowman is a heartwarming Christmas song originally performed by Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra. The song tells the story of a happy snowman who stands and dreams beside a cottage door on Christmas Eve. The snowman is loved by the children, and they gifted him a present. The singer considered himself lucky to be treated like a family member. However, things took a turn for the worse when the cottage caught fire, and the snowman could only watch in helplessness. It was then that he made the decision to save the children by throwing himself across the burning floor. Although he knew that his act of bravery would lead to his melting away, he still sacrificed himself, and in doing so, became a hero in the eyes of the children.
The song is not just about the bravery of the snowman but also about the friendship he shared with the children. The connection they had was evident from the moment they built him, and their love was always mutual. The children saw him as part of their family, and they treated him as such. From the funny fedora he wore to the smile he brought to their faces, the snowman was more than just a snowman; he was a friend.
Overall, The Snowman is a beautiful song that emphasizes what is important in life, including the relationships we share with others and the bravery that it takes to do the right thing, even if it means sacrificing ourselves.
Line by Line Meaning
On a Christmas Eve a happy snowman
On a merry holiday evening, a joyful snowman stood, content and carefree.
Stood and dreamed beside a cottage door
He daydreamed while positioned next to the entrance to a small country house.
How the children loved their friend the snowman
The youngsters adored the snowman, who was their friend and companion.
And the funny fedora he wore
The children found his comical-style hat amusing and delightful.
When they said goodnight they told the snowman
At bedtime, the children informed the snowman that a present was waiting for him on the Christmas tree.
That a gift for him was on the tree
They notified the snowman that there was a present for him hanging on the tree.
So he called himself a lucky snowman
Feeling fortunate, the snowman considered himself a lucky being.
Just like one of the family was he
He felt like he was a part of the family and belonged in their midst.
The cottage porch looked beautiful and bright
The country residence's front porch was decorated beautifully and vividly with Christmas lights.
The holly wreath was turned on for the night
The decorative Christmas wreath had been illuminated as a sign of festivity and goodwill.
When all at once it caught on fire and fell
Suddenly, the decorative holly wreath caught fire and collapsed.
He couldn't knock, he couldn't ring the bell
Due to his physical nature, the snowman was unable to knock or ring the doorbell for help.
He couldn't run for help, he couldn't call
With no way to seek assistance, the snowman couldn't run or communicate for help.
But then he had to save the children after all
Despite this, he knew he had to take action and rescue the children anyway.
He knew he'd melt away, and yet the snowman
The snowman was aware of the fact that he would dissipate soon. However,
Threw himself across the burning floor
he still flung himself onto the scorched ground.
How the children missed their friend the snowman
The children mourned the loss of their dear friend, the snowman.
But they'll always remember him for
However, they'll hold him in their hearts for
A heart that was brave and the joy that he gave
His brave spirit and ability to bring happiness and joy to them.
And the funny fedora he wore
They'll also remember his comical-style hat, which was both silly and endearing to them.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BURKE, VAN HEUSEN
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