1. A psychedelic pop band fr… Read Full Bio ↴There are seven artists with this name:
1. A psychedelic pop band from Boston, MA
2. A psychedelic/progsessive rock band from Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
3. A U.K. Folk band
4. A sludge/drone band from Malvern, West Midlands, UK
5. An Indie band from Medicine Hat, Alberta.
6. A rock and roll band from Olympia, WA
7. Atmospheric sludge/doom/post-metal band from Cleveland, Ohio, United States
1) Christmas were a band who recorded three albums of quirky neo-psychedelic pop in the late 1980s. Based in Boston, MA, the trio of Liz Cox (aka Miss Lily Banquette, vocals and bongos), Michael Cudahy (aka The Millionaire, guitar and vocals), and bassist Dan Salzmann released their debut album, In Excelsior Dayglo in 1986. The track "Big Plans" became a modest college radio and MTV hit, but the album, owing to Big Time Records' perennial financial woes, could not sustain the band's momentum.
The band relocated to Las Vegas, signed to I.R.S., and released Ultraprophets of Thee Psykick Revolution in 1989. Arguably their finest work, it featured another small-time hit in "Stupid Kids", and the caustic, satirical "Richard Nixon" earned critical attention as well. But the strange, though appealing, record seemed a bit out of step with the top college radio bands that year, and it sunk with little notice.
Christmas recorded Vortex in 1991 but could not immediately find a label for it. In the interim, Cox and Cudahy swapped tongue-in-cheek-psychedelia for tongue-in-cheek lounge music and formed the still quirky, but far more accessible and successful Combustible Edison together with Peter Dixon. When finally released in 1993, the bored-sounding Vortex made barely a ripple.
2) Christmas was formed in 1969 in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, out of the ashes of the cult underground psychedelic band Reign Ghost. In July 1970, Christmas released an independent self-titled debut that brought some media attention to the band and a contract with the Daffodil Records label. In December 1970, less than six months after the release of the debut, Christmas released their debut Daffodil Records album entitled Heritage. Christmas was comprised of vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Bob Bryden, bass Tyler Raizenne, drummer Rich Richter, and Robert Bulger on guitars, all of whom were still in their teens. The album gathered good reviews and was well received by critics but it was not commercially viable because the long songs and hard rock sound. It became an instant favorite in the underground music scene just about everywhere but in Canada. Despite the international response to the album, Heritage proved to be the last release by the band under the name Christmas due to management problems and difficulty with the direction of the next album. Consequently, Christmas broke up in late 1971 only to resurface the following year, lineup intact, under the name the Spirit of Christmas. In the late '80s and '90s, the original Heritage album became a highly sought after collector's item, especially in the U.S.A. and Europe because of the band's unorthodox style and progressive influences.
3) Christmas was a short-lived UK based band called Christmas led by PJ Harvey's collaborators, Rob Ellis and Tim Farthing. They released a self-titled EP in 2001 on Morpheus Records. Their music placed the emphasis on atmosphere and pure evocation: mournful gothic narratives skated through mordent folky, psych landscapes.
4) Christmas are a four-piece from Malvern, West Midlands, UK. They play a gritty and minimal, yet melodic sludge/doom metal made of long drawn-out pieces, multiple movements and moods.
5) Christmas is an indie band from Medicine Hat, Alberta.
6) Christmas is a punk rock band from Olympia, WA. They released their first 7" on Endless Latino in September 2009. The members are Jake Jones, Emily Beanblossom, Patrick Michael Scott-Walsh, Dave Halegua. http://www.myspace.com/christmassed
7) Atmospheric sludge/doom/post-metal band from Cleveland, Ohio, United States who released their debut self-titled album on November 15, 2019.
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Last Christmas
Christmas Lyrics
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But the very next day, you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me, baby, do you recognize me?
Well, it's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
Happy Christmas
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying, "I love you"
I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Oh, oh, baby
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My God, I thought you were someone to rely on
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face of a lover with a fire in his heart
A man under cover, but you tore me apart
Ooh, now I've found a real love
You'll never fool me again
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
A face of a lover with a fire in his heart
A man under cover, but you tore me apart
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
I'll give it to someone special
You gave it away
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away
"Last Christmas" by Wham! is one of the most popular Christmas songs of all time. The song tells the story of a person who gave their heart to a past lover during the previous holiday season. The singer reflects on how the relationship failed, as the recipient of their affection gave their heart away to someone else the very next day. This year, to avoid the same heartbreak, the singer will give their heart to someone special.
The lyrics suggest that the singer is hesitant to jump back into a relationship after being hurt in the past. He mentions being "once bitten and twice shy," indicating that he's been hurt before and doesn't want to make the same mistake again. However, he still finds himself attracted to his former lover, as he wonders if she recognizes him and admits that she still catches his eye.
The song's chorus repeats the same lines twice, emphasizing the singer's resolution to let go of his past heartbreak and move on to someone new. The final verse reveals that the singer has found a new love and is no longer interested in being fooled by his former lover.
Line by Line Meaning
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
I gave you my deepest love and affection last Christmas.
But the very next day, you gave it away
But you betrayed my love and gave it to someone else very soon after.
This year, to save me from tears
This year, I'll be more careful to avoid heartbreak and disappointment.
I'll give it to someone special
I'll give my love to someone who truly deserves and values it.
Once bitten and twice shy
I've been hurt before and am now cautious about love.
I keep my distance
I'm trying to protect myself from getting hurt again by keeping my distance from you.
But you still catch my eye
But despite my caution, I can't help but still find you appealing.
Tell me, baby, do you recognize me?
I'm wondering if you even remember who I am after all this time.
Well, it's been a year
It's been a whole year since we last saw each other and since you broke my heart.
It doesn't surprise me
It's not surprising that you've moved on and forgotten about me.
Happy Christmas
Merry Christmas, I hope you're happy without me.
I wrapped it up and sent it
I put a lot of time and effort into giving you the perfect gift.
With a note saying, "I love you"
I expressed my feelings of love for you in a heartfelt note.
I meant it
I truly meant every word of my love note to you.
Now I know what a fool I've been
In hindsight, I realize how foolish I was to give you my heart so freely.
But if you kissed me now
However, if you were to show me affection now, I might be willing to give you another chance.
I know you'd fool me again
Even though I know you betrayed my love last time, I'm still vulnerable to your charms and might fall for you again.
A crowded room
I'm surrounded by friends and acquaintances, but still feel alone and vulnerable.
Friends with tired eyes
My friends seem tired and uninterested in my problems.
I'm hiding from you
I'm avoiding you and trying to keep my distance to protect myself from getting hurt again.
And your soul of ice
You have a cold, heartless personality that makes it hard for me to connect with you.
My God, I thought you were someone to rely on
I used to think you were dependable and trustworthy, but now I know better.
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
I realize now that you only used me for emotional support when you needed it, but weren't truly invested in our relationship.
A face of a lover with a fire in his heart
I've found a new love who is passionate and fully invested in our relationship.
A man under cover, but you tore me apart
You hid your true feelings and intentions from me, which led to my heart being broken.
Ooh, now I've found a real love
But now I've found someone who truly loves and cares for me, unlike you.
You'll never fool me again
I've learned from my past mistakes and won't be fooled by false love again.
You gave it away
You betrayed my love and gave it to someone else without a second thought.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George Michael
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@technoraver99
some ideas for a better planet
Matthew 5: 27-28
“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart.
Luke 17:1
And he said to his disciples, “Temptations to sin are sure to come, but woe to the one through whom they come!
better stop producing / uploading / watching "music videos".. (or similar videos, pics, profile pictures, thumbnails, title names, headlines, usernames + harmful comments, bad words, lies, disrespect, harmful lyrics etc! on social media + everywhere else too.
"Temptations to sin" / seduction etc. must stop)
start deleting? censoring etc.?
destroy your smartphones, cams, data storage devices etc? would be better.
remove temptations / seduction + other evil things from TV, magazines, radio stations, broadcasting etc? would be better.
many young people are watching those videos (or reading / typing harmful comments, or doing other bad things!) etc. all over the world. and its NOT ok!
parents? (or people in authority): intervene?! seriously
wait.. there is more:
harmful drawings / comics / animations etc, clothing / styles / hairstyles / behaviour, facial expressions, gestures, dancemoves, acting, exercises, sports etc.
harmful things in video games, news, reports, interviews, vlogs, tutorials, movies, series, trailers, entertainment shows, (+ backgrounds + surroundings), books, art, artworks, calendars, posters, business flyers, catalogues, leaflets, packagings, stickers etc. (words, speeches (+ voice types, vocal color etc), music, sounds, visuals, references! etc.)
harmful things in stores and online shops, advertisements + advertising, commercials...
+ better stop online dating and other harmful things!
maybe..
support ocean or river! clean up organizations? (i think it is of high importance) (in india, pakistan, africa etc)
+ support animal welfare (animal shelters (money for food or new fluffy dog beds? blankets?, small fluffy carpets? (+ washing machines?), pet vitamin supplements, + pet supplies (dog toothbrushes?), pet toys, dog hairbrush? (parasites!) bath towels?, medical checks, dental care? / nail, paw care? etc. pet heating pads? heated dog houses? (for winter or in cold areas), pet cooling mats / pads (on hot days, summer etc), diesel powered portable generators? (outdoor electric power generation) (to run vacuum cleaners, washing machines etc), solar lamps? (smart lighting solutions), transport vehicles, maintenance work etc. + other improvements, additional staff + volunteers, more safety, beautifications? etc. topiary?
+ animal rescue ? (dog rescue projects in india?), animal hospitals? (in poor countries or districts) or homeless people in your area? (btw governments should help these people! seriously. fast / adequate / individual support?!)
support some of them?
as an act of goodwill.
+ always be careful: corona etc.!
or become a firefighter, volunteer firefighter (+ driver? (pump operator), paramedic or ER doctor? ER nurse? ambulatory care? or shuttle service? (for people with disabilities)
+ be cautious: corona etc!
become an instructor? (fire and rescue?, emergency medical services?, advanced driving techniques?, advanced first aid?, psychological first aid?, wound care management!? + preventions (decubitus!, contractures!, thrush!, periodontitis!, loneliness?? etc) (nursing homes / home care / hospitals etc. + training seminars for employees) + hygienics?, high angle rescue techniques?, first aid for pets?, basic pet care?, junior firefighter programs?)
start reading medical books? (anatomy? / physiology? / ECG interpretation? / EMS (paramedic books?) or nursing books? or blood banking and transfusion medicine? or dental engineering? medical or rescue engineering? medical dictionary? (illustrated)
become a dog trainer? (rescue dogs, avalanche rescue dogs, therapy dogs) education? + watch out! dogs, cats etc. can transmit / spread corona!
become an animal rescuer or animal doctor? + watch out! CORONA! (protection, safety measures etc.)
Can the coronaviruses be transmitted between animals and people?
they say: Coronaviruses are zoonotic, meaning they are transmitted between animals and people!
maybe... plant a tree? many trees? a walnut tree?? in a park, garden or backyard?
a walnut tree = food source (for birds etc) + oxygen generator.
+ provide water for birds in summer? fresh water source? or bird bath?
or food? (daily? or several times a week?)
use checklists to improve efficiency?
snowy days? become a snowplow driver? (volunteer?)
or towing service worker?
or pharmaceutical supplier?
+ be cautious: corona!
new technologies + other cool things:
Far-UVC light (222nm) efficiently and safely inactivates airborne human coronaviruses?? (+ flu virus and many other?)
do research? progress? + installations? (in offices, busses, trains, restrooms, elevators, classrooms, corridors, stairwells, hospitals etc?) .. could save lives.
+ improve immune systems? (food nutrients?)
+ portable plexiglass virus shields? (for counters, offices, workplaces, waiting rooms, buses, trains, passenger cabins etc) + air purifiers? (with HEPA filter)
+ limit the number of customers in stores, shopping malls, buses etc? + keep windows / vehicle windows wide! open for ventilation?
+ stay at home?
amazing tools for rescue workers: portable hydraulic StrongArm (r) for firefighters etc.
( jawsoflife com ), hands free thermal vision (in mask imaging system), in mask heat vision (temperature display etc) or c-thru technology.
+ there are more amazing tools!
high rise rescue solution? SPARS parachute rescue system? ( cosmic-rs com )
fireproof clothing? + fire escape hoods?! (fire escape hoods and fire escape masks are designed to help you to escape from a burning building. each of these fire escape masks and hoods allows you 15 ? minutes to flee through the toxic gases / smoke)
smoke detectors with LCD display?, CO detectors?, fire blankets?, fire extinguisher? (+ fireproof clothing, cap, gloves, safety glasses etc?) (+ fire extinguisher selection chart?)
fire suppression systems? smoke extraction? fire protective coatings? (or anti corrosion?), seat belt cutter? useful gift idea? for family or friends etc. (or useful teaching books etc.)
support fire and rescue departments / services in poor countries or districts? (new helmet lamps, safety clothing + shoes, new equipment, fire escape hoods,
thermal monitoring? (thermal vision will help you to track down a fire's source and smouldering fires in dark. glowing embers as well as fire hot-spots can be detected and fighted very fast and efficiently! + mobile infrared cameras could detect hidden hotspots or locate people in smoke-filled buildings),
first responder kits etc. / communication devices (wearing! portable radios), new vehicles? a turntable ladder? training verhicles? new motorcycles? (+ customizable / agility / more efficiency, + difficult terrain / crowded areas etc),
new firefighter / rescue helicopters? (certain areas)
new reanimation boards (for nursing homes / hospitals etc), new lifters? (patient transfer solutions), protection equipment / protective gear (corona), medical oxygen??, ventilators?, AEDs + first responder kits, pulse oximeters, diagnostic penlights, glucometers? (+ strips), + various batteries (or battery charger?), blood pressure cuffs, stethoscopes, weight scales, label machines? (for clothing or other personal things), rescue blankets?, stifneck collars?, thermometers, neck pillows, heating pads / cooling packs (or aspirators + tubes, IV poles, (+ IV (intravenous) nutrition), breath exercisers, electric shavers!, nail clippers!, glasses cleaning cloths, non-slip socks! and many other good things + health care products (high quality products?) etc, compression bandages, medical dressing (+ anti pressure sores (decubitus!) elbow / heel protectors / pads / comfort cushions etc), CPR training simulators?, disposable ambu bags?, new rollators + replacement parts (+ hip protectors etc), wheelchairs + replacement parts (footrests, leg rest, headrest + cushion, armrest pads + comfort pillows?, cushion pads etc. to prevent pressure sores!), gel pads for shoes + back heel pads etc (+ improved skin inspections?! + treatment + reports + regular checks (+ photo documentation? with digital camera (disease / wound / injury processes! etc), anti decubitus air mattress for additional prevention?, + prevent hand contractures? (hand / wrist / finger splints?, hand therapy ball exercises?), auxiliary eating spoon and fork? (stroke hemiplegia rehabilitation training) comfort grips cutlery? (great for parkinson / disabled, suffering with tremors and trembling hands etc), medical alert system solutions?, own phones for all employees? (more efficiency / more safety), electric armchairs (more comfort), ergotherapy? (useful + less loneliness! + caution: corona!), water dispensers (less dehydration) (+ caution: edema / pulmonary edema / other diseases etc.), outdoor corner sofa + table? (garden, terrace / + all weather proof) + electric awning?, lighting solutions? + cool floor / garden lamps? (solar?, waterproof), teamwork + helping each other? (+ watchfulness, attentiveness, helpfulness, care, + honesty, accuracy, + giving helpful tips / hints, + politeness, being thankful, being focused), + preventing back injuries? (employees! / patients) (lift and carry properly. (+ teamwork? / use tools and aids?) + gymnastic exercises for a strong back?, (+ protect (treat carefully) your joints, elbows, kneecaps etc! + your nerves!), + energy and resource saving concepts?, tasty / healthy food? (+ additional: instant soups?, ready meals?, canned foods? for hungry employees / night shift etc), (+ vegan cooking books? give it a try? at home?)
+ other improvements, beautifications, more safety, comfort etc. + spreading good mood? (less sadness etc) (+ please be careful: corona!)
@cgravelle4937
I cry so hard when I hear this song. I lost my husband to cancer in APRIL 2018 ,and will Never have another Christmas with him.
He had just turned 64 .
He never lived to enjoy his retirement years. We looked do forward to th S t day when we would spend everyday together. He was the love of my life and my soul mate for 44 years.
He is gone forever.
It is now March 2024.
My husband had the most beautiful face I had ever seen, I loved looking at his,face and his beautiful brown eyes.
George looks so much like my husband.
My husband also had a,beautiful personality And was so kind and thoughtful.
When I look at Georges face I see my husband.
May George be in heaven where I know my husband is. hugs and kisses
@abkircz107
ラースクリスマス アゲビュマイハー
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
去年のクリスマスには 君に愛を捧げたのに
バットゥ ベリネクスデイ ユゲビルウェイ
But the very next day you gave it away.
すぐ翌日に君はそれを捨ててしまった
ディースイヤー トゥ セビミフロムティァーズ
This year to save me from tears
今年は涙に暮れないように
アギビトゥ サウワンスペシャーウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人に愛を捧げるんだ
ラースクリスマス アゲビュマイハー
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
去年のクリスマスには 君に愛を捧げたのに
バットゥ ベリネクスデイ ユゲビルウェイ
But the very next day you gave it away.
すぐ翌日に君はそれを捨ててしまった
ディースイヤー トゥ セビミフロムティァーズ
This year to save me from tears
今年は涙に暮れないように
アギビトゥ サウワンスペシャーウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人に愛を捧げるんだ
ワンスビルン ントワイシャーイ アキマイ ディステンス
Once bitten and twice shy I keep my distance
一度失敗するとシャイになってしまって
バッチュ スティウ キャッチ マイ アイズ
But you still catch my eye.
だけどまだ君が気になるんだ
テウミ ベイベー ドゥーユー レッコ ナイズミ
Tell me, baby,Do you recognize me?
教えてよ ベイビー 僕のことを覚えている？
ウェウ イツビーィャー ダズン サプライズミー
Well, It’s been a year, It doesn’t surprise me
もうすぐ一年だね 驚きはしないけど
アイラプティエン センテイ ウィーダ ノートゥセイン アイラビュー
I wrapped it up and sent it with a note saying, “I love you,”
包装して君に送ったんだ メモを付けたんだ 「愛してる」って
ワメーンティウ ネウ アノウ ワッラフーラビン
I meant it Now I know what a fool I’ve been.
本気だったよ 今になって自分がバカだったって気付いたよ
バディヒュ キッスミナウ アノウユ フウミアゲン
But if you kissed me now I know you’d fool me again.
でも今僕にキスをくれたら また振り回されるっていうのは分かっているんだ
ラースクリスマス アゲビュマイハー
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
去年のクリスマスには 君に愛を捧げたのに
バットゥ ベリネクスデイ ユゲビルウェイ
But the very next day you gave it away.
すぐ翌日に君はそれを捨ててしまった
ディースイヤー トゥ セビミフロムティァーズ
This year to save me from tears
今年は涙に暮れないように
アギビトゥ サウワンスペシャーウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人に愛を捧げるんだ
ラースクリスマス アゲビュマイハー
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
去年のクリスマスには 君に愛を捧げたのに
バットゥ ベリネクスデイ ユゲビルウェイ
But the very next day you gave it away.
すぐ翌日に君はそれを捨ててしまった
ディースイヤー トゥ セビミフロムティァーズ
This year to save me from tears
今年は涙に暮れないように
アギビトゥ サウワンスペシャーウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人に愛を捧げるんだ
クラウ ディルーン フレンズウタイダイズ
A crowded room, Friends with tired eyes.
込み合った部屋 疲れた目をした友人たち
ハイディンフロミュ エンデュソエバアイス
I’m hiding from you and your soul of ice.
僕は君と君の冷たい心から隠れている
マガラソチュウォー サムワントゥ リライオン
My god I thought you were someone to rely on.
何てこった 君は信じられる人だと思っていたのに
ミー アイゲサワザ ショルトゥクライオン
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on.
僕？僕はただ慰めるだけの存在だったんだ
ア フェイソナラバー ウィダ ファイリン ヒスハー
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart.
心に火を灯して 恋人の顔をしている
アメン ウンカバ バッチュ トーミーアパー
A man under cover but you tore me apart, ooh-hoo.
気持ちを隠していたけど 君は僕の心をズタボロにした
ナウ ファンダリリ ラービューネバ フーミアゲン
Now I’ve found a real love, you’ll never fool me again.
でも本当の愛を見つけたんだ 君には二度と騙されないさ
ラースクリスマス アゲビュマイハー
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
去年のクリスマスには 君に愛を捧げたのに
バットゥ ベリネクスデイ ユゲビルウェイ
But the very next day you gave it away.
すぐ翌日に君はそれを捨ててしまった
ディースイヤー トゥ セビミフロムティァーズ
This year to save me from tears
今年は涙に暮れないように
アギビトゥ サウワンスペシャーウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人に愛を捧げるんだ
ラースクリスマス アゲビュマイハー
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
去年のクリスマスには 君に愛を捧げたのに
バットゥ ベリネクスデイ ユゲビルウェイ
But the very next day you gave it away.
すぐ翌日に君はそれを捨ててしまった
ディースイヤー トゥ セビミフロムティァーズ
This year to save me from tears
今年は涙に暮れないように
アギビトゥ サウワンスペシャーウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人に愛を捧げるんだ
ア フェイソナラバー ウィダ ファイリン ヒスハー
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart (I gave you my heart)
心に火を灯して 恋人の顔をしている(僕は君に愛を捧げたんだ)
アメン ウンカバ バッチュ トーミーアパー
A man under cover but you tore him apart
気持ちを隠していたけど 君は僕の心をズタボロにした
メイビーネクストイヤー
Maybe next year
来年はきっと
アギビトゥ サムワン
I’ll give it to someone
他の誰かに愛を捧げるよ
アギビトゥ サムワン スペシャウ
I’ll give it to someone special.
誰か特別な人にあげるかもしれない
@rogergiraldo
It's incredible that someone who is no longer with us is more present than ever with songs like this. Thank you, George!
@Edd-Ith
He's dead 😢...
@NewYorkTraveller-mw9cf
Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened 🎄 🎁
@evaklum8974
@@NewYorkTraveller-mw9cf
BARILOCHE USHUAIA
A R G E N T I N A
@jane.r
4months until christmas..🤸🏿🎄🎄
@lnlywriter9618
It was very, very sad when George Michael passed away.
@lukasvalko1587
I am not the only one who feel the Christmas mood in October, right?
EDIT: finally November, please claim your "I am not wierd, It is already right to listen to Christmas songs" ticket
@vibe4031
Nop
@geraldine0408
your not the only one lol
@abigailclayton7991
nope