I'll Be Home For Christmas
Brad Paisley Lyrics


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I am dreamin' tonight of a place I love
Even more than I usually do
And although I know it's a long road back
I promise you

I'll be home for Christmas
You can count on me
Please have snow and mistletoe
And presents under the tree
Christmas Eve will find me
Where the love light gleams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams

Christmas Eve will find me
Where the love light gleams
I'll be home for Christmas




If only in my dreams
If only in my dreams

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Brad Paisley's song I'll Be Home For Christmas are a heartwarming expression of a longing to be back home for Christmas. The singer is dreaming of a place he loves, more than what he usually does. Although he knows it is a long road back, he promises to be home for Christmas. He asks for snow, mistletoe, and presents under the tree, painting images of a perfect Christmas homecoming. He assures his loved ones that he will be home for Christmas, even if only in his dreams.


The song's lyrics convey emotions of nostalgia, warmth, love, and longing, a common feeling among people who live far from their families and friends. The lyrics and melody evoke memories of cherished family traditions and loved ones who make the holidays special. The phrase "If only in my dreams" captures the singer's deep desire to be home for Christmas, even if it is impossible to achieve.


Line by Line Meaning

I am dreamin' tonight of a place I love
I am thinking deeply of my cherished place in my heart


Even more than I usually do
With more passion than I normally have


And although I know it's a long road back
Although I am aware that returning home might be a lengthy journey


I promise you
I guarantee that


I'll be home for Christmas
I will return to my home for the Christmas celebration


You can count on me
You can rely on me


Please have snow and mistletoe
Requesting the presence of typical Christmas elements


And presents under the tree
And gifts wrapped and placed beneath the Christmas tree


Christmas Eve will find me
I will be located on Christmas Eve


Where the love light gleams
In a place where love and warmth are palpable


If only in my dreams
Even if it is only in my visions or ideas


I'll be home for Christmas
I will be in my hometown for the Christmas festivities


If only in my dreams
Only in my imagination




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, CARLIN AMERICA INC
Written by: BUCK RAM, KIM GANNON, WALTER KENT

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