The band has sold more than 100 million records worldwide and is known for international hits including "Daddy Cool", "Ma Baker", "Belfast", "Sunny", "Rasputin", "Mary's Boy Child / Oh My Lord" and "Rivers of Babylon".
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boney_M.
Studio albums
Take the Heat off Me (1976)
Love for Sale (1977)
Nightflight to Venus (1978)
Oceans of Fantasy (1979)
Boonoonoonoos (1981)
Christmas Album (1981)
Ten Thousand Lightyears (1984)
Eye Dance (1985)
Jingle Bells
Boney M. Lyrics
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Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Dashing through the snow, in a one-horse open sleigh
O'er the fields we go, laughing all the way
Bells on bob-tails ring, making spirits bright
What fun it is to ride and sing a sleighing song tonight
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh
A day or two ago, I thought I'd take a ride
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated at my side
The horse was lean and lank
Misfortune seemed his lot
He got into a drifted bank, and we we've got upset
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh
The lyrics to Boney M.'s "Jingle Bells" are a festive and cheerful tribute to winter activities such as sleigh riding. The opening verse sets the tone for the song's upbeat and lively atmosphere, encouraging listeners to enjoy the ride and take in the scenery. The repetition of "jingle bells" throughout the song provides a playful and upbeat rhythm that reinforces the song's cheerful, holiday tone. The second verse references the traditional image of dashing through the snow in a one-horse open sleigh, highlighting the fun and laughter that come with this winter pastime. The use of the phrase "bells on bob-tails ring" adds an auditory component to the song, emphasizing the jingling of the bells as the sleigh moves.
The third verse introduces a narrative element to the song, as the singer recounts a recent ride they took with a companion named Miss Fanny Bright. The use of a named character adds a layer of detail and possibility for imagery, inviting listeners to imagine themselves riding with the singers. However, the ride is not without its mishaps, as their horse gets stuck in a drifted bank and causes the passengers to be thrown. Despite this setback, the song returns to its joyful chorus, reminding the listener that the ride is worth the occasional bump in the road.
Line by Line Meaning
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Let's ring the bells and enjoy the ride with joy and happiness all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh
It's incredibly exciting and enjoyable to ride in a sleigh pulled by one horse
Dashing through the snow, in a one-horse open sleigh
Let's glide quickly and smoothly through the snow-covered landscape in a one-horse open sleigh
O'er the fields we go, laughing all the way
As we ride through the fields we laugh and enjoy ourselves to the fullest extent
Bells on bob-tails ring, making spirits bright
The bells attached to the horse's harness clang with joy and raise our mood
What fun it is to ride and sing a sleighing song tonight
We have so much fun riding and singing a sleighing song on this wonderful evening
A day or two ago, I thought I'd take a ride
Recently, I decided to take a ride in the one-horse open sleigh
And soon Miss Fanny Bright was seated at my side
My companion, Miss Fanny Bright, sat next to me on the sleigh
The horse was lean and lank, misfortune seemed his lot
The horse pulling the sleigh was thin and unlucky
He got into a drifted bank, and we we've got upset
Unfortunately, we hit a snowbank, and the sleigh overturned
Lyrics © CONSALAD CO., Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: James Lord Pierpont
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@patrickstocks3576
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a 1-horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a 1-horse open sleigh
Dashing thro’ the snow, in a 1-horse open sleigh
O’er the fields we go, laughing all the way
Bells on bob-tails ring, making spirits bright
What fun it is to ride & sing a sleighing song tonight
A day or 2 ago, I thought I’d take a ride
& soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated at my side
The horse was lean and lank
Misfortune seemed his lot
He got into & drifted back, and we we’ve got upset
Now the ground is white
Go it while you’re young!
Take the girls tonight
And sing this sleighing song
Just get a bobtail’d bay
240 for his speed
Then hitch him to an open sleigh
And crack! You’ll take the lead
@umeng8809
Boney M Lyrics
"Jingle Bells"
[CHORUS:]
Jingle bells, Jingle bells, Jingle all the way.
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh.
Jingle bells, Jingle bells, Jingle all the way.
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh.
[Repeat Chorus]
[VERSE:]
Dashing thro' the snow, in a one-horse open sleigh.
O'er the fields we go, laughing all the way.
Bells on bob-tails ring, making spirits bright,
what fun it is to ride and sing a sleighing song tonight.
[Chorus]
[Repeat Chorus]
[VERSE:]
A day or two ago, I thought I'd take a ride
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated at my side
The horse was lean and lank
Misfortune seemed his lot
he got into and drifted back, and we we've got upset
[Chorus]
[Repeat Chorus]
@musicalstore7620
When i was 10 or 11 i found my mom crying while listening to this song. I didn't understand why. She told me "In life, we lose people and this song makes me think of them... you'll understand someday" And here i am playing this song, 2 years after her passing and now understanding what she meant
@gustavoamaya7777
HERMOSO
@programmanager5511
exactly brother
@tienphuc7193
Iududi
@virz4432
I'm sorry for your loss ❤️
@wellingtonokilla5579
😢😢
@kwaku10
Christmas without Boney M is not complete growing up and still now. God bless you all.
@maverickralte
Amazing Bass Guitar part 🎸
@jonathankateketa3860
..is there a tutorial?, coz those bass lines are 🔥
@lellul760
Boney M is one of the most succesful bands and their christmas songs, which they are singing, sound really great and wonderful.