Jingle Bell Rock
Bobby Rydell & Chubby Checker Lyrics


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Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring
Snowin' and blowin' up bushels of fun
Now the jingle hop has begun

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time
Dancin' and prancin' in Jingle Bell Square
In the frosty air

What a bright time, it's the right time
To rock the night away
Jingle bell time is a swell time
To go glidin' in a one-horse sleigh

Giddy-up jingle horse, pick up your feet
Jingle around the clock
Mix and a-mingle in the jinglin' feet
That's the jingle bell rock

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock (repeat verse1's
Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time last 4 lines)
Dancin' and prancin' in Jingle Bell Square
In the frosty air

What a bright time, it's the right time
To rock the night away
Jingle bell time is a swell time
To go glidin' in a one-horse sleigh

Giddy-up jingle horse, pick up your feet
Jingle around the clock
Mix and a-mingle in the jinglin' feet
That's the jingle bell




That's the jingle bell
That's the jingle bell rock

Overall Meaning

The song Jingle Bell Rock is a classic Christmas tune that is played every year during the holiday season. The lyrics of the song speak of the joy and excitement of the holiday season, with the ringing of jingle bells and dancing in the frosty air. The song encourages listeners to rock the night away in the spirit of the season.


The first verse of the song speaks of the jingle bells swinging and ringing, and the fun that comes with the snow and cold weather. The jingle hop has begun, implying that people are starting to celebrate the holiday season by dancing and having fun. The second verse speaks of the joy and excitement that comes with the holiday season, and how it is the perfect time to go gliding in a one-horse sleigh. The third and final verse speaks of the jingle horse picking up its feet and the jingle bells mixing and mingling, creating the jingle bell rock.


Overall, the song Jingle Bell Rock is a fun and upbeat tune that captures the spirit and excitement of the holiday season. It encourages listeners to have fun and enjoy themselves in the company of friends and family.


Line by Line Meaning

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
Let's rock out to the tune of jingle bells


Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring
The jingle of the bells creates a joyful rhythm


Snowin' and blowin' up bushels of fun
Having fun while playing in the snow and windy weather


Now the jingle hop has begun
Let's get started with the lively dance called the jingle hop


Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time
The bells create a harmonious sound in sync with the rhythm


Dancin' and prancin' in Jingle Bell Square
Dancing and having fun in the public square decorated with jingle bells


In the frosty air
The air is cold and crisp


What a bright time, it's the right time
This is the perfect time to have fun and enjoy life


To rock the night away
Let's dance and party all night


Jingle bell time is a swell time
Having a great time during the festive jingle bells season


To go glidin' in a one-horse sleigh
Enjoying a romantic sleigh ride with a loved one


Giddy-up jingle horse, pick up your feet
Let's go faster and enjoy the ride


Jingle around the clock
Keep on jingling and dancing all day and night


Mix and a-mingle in the jinglin' feet
Let's move our feet to the jingling rhythm, and mingle with others


That's the jingle bell rock
That's how we have fun and enjoy the season, with the jingle bell rock




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Joseph Beal, James Boothe

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Comments from YouTube:

@user-hm9gs2im7e

So nice to have them together ...love this version

@DomenicDee

They used to always play this alot every year on WCBS FM back in the day. GREAT TUNE!

@millierohenarivera9257

I like this version of course, Iam a huge fan of both Bobby and Chubby

@sauquoit13456

On this day in 1962 {December 9th} "Jingle Bell Rock" by Bobby Rydell and Chubby Check entered Billboard's Hot Top 100 chart for a two week stay, peaking at #92...
One year earlier in 1961 the duo spent five weeks on the Top 100 with the song, reaching #21...
In 1957 country singer Bobby Helms' original version peaked at #6 on the Top 100; and for four more Christmas seasons he charted with the song {#35 in 1958, #36 in 1960, #41 in 1961, and #56 in 1962}...
Over the years at least four other artists have placed it on Billboard's Hot Country Singles chart...

@dewey44

The BEST version of this song, and I think I've heard them all.

@leeleechristmaslover

You've uploaded all the great classics! Thank you!

@MadameLil

WOOHOO! It's back & I get to save it again!

@bcrnfan

Another classic rollerskating song used at the Black Hawk Rollerdrome in Cedar Falls, Iowa. 

@PennsylvaniaHistoryBuff

@verycoolsound You're correct indeed. It's now June, and I'm listening. ;)

@verycoolsound

@ourmissboo Point taken; however, since these songs get played every day of the year, we wish the folks well, regardless of what day or season it may be. For you, on this day, we do say Merry Christmas!

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