The Christmas Song
Christmas Hits Lyrics


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Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
Jack Frost nipping at your nose
Yuletide carols being sung by a choir
And folks dressed up like Eskimos

Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
Help to make the season bright
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow
Will find it hard to sleep tonight

They know that Santa's on his way
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
And every mother's child is going to spy
To see if reindeer's really know how to fly

And so I'm offering this simple phrase
To kids from one to ninety-two
Although it's been said many times, many ways
Merry Christmas to you

And so I'm offering this simple phrase
To kids from one to ninety-two




Although it's been said many times, many ways
Merry Christmas to you

Overall Meaning

The iconic opening lyrics of The Christmas Song conjure up vivid images of the holiday season, with chestnuts roasting on an open fire and Jack Frost nipping at your nose. The song continues to paint this cozy and festive picture with the mention of Yuletide carols being sung by a choir and people dressed up like Eskimos. These lyrics highlight the joyous and communal nature of Christmas, with everyone coming together to celebrate the holiday season and enjoy the various festivities.


The song then turns to the traditional symbols of Christmas, with "Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe" helping to make the season bright. The mention of "tiny tots with their eyes all aglow" emphasizes the magic of Christmas and the excitement that children feel. The lyrics then transition to the anticipation of Santa's arrival, with every child eager to catch a glimpse of the reindeer flying overhead.


Overall, The Christmas Song captures the warmth, happiness, and joy of the holiday season, and its lyrics continue to bring people together in celebration year after year.


Line by Line Meaning

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
Describing the peaceful and warm atmosphere of the holiday season, where chestnuts are being roasted on an open fire, giving a soothing sensation of the warmth it brings.


Jack Frost nipping at your nose
Expressing the cold weather, with the presence of Jack Frost nipping at your nose, symbolizing the coldness of the season.


Yuletide carols being sung by a choir
Referring to the customary holiday tradition of singing carols to express joy and happiness, usually done by a group of singers or choir.


And folks dressed up like Eskimos
Depicting the image of people wearing thick clothing, like those worn by Eskimos in the cold regions, to keep themselves warm during the holiday season.


Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
Highlighting the iconic symbols of the holiday season, a turkey for a festive meal and mistletoe for the tradition of kissing under it.


Help to make the season bright
Emphasizing how these symbols and the act of sharing them can bring light to the season and make it more festive.


Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow
Describing how children's eyes light up with excitement at the sight of Christmas decorations and gifts, contributing to the joyful ambiance of the occasion.


Will find it hard to sleep tonight
Conveying how the eagerness and anticipation of children to receive gifts from Santa Claus can make it difficult for them to sleep on Christmas Eve.


They know that Santa's on his way
Asserting the belief of children that Santa Claus is on his way to deliver gifts, enlivening the excitement of the occasion.


He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
Portraying Santa Claus as a symbol of giving and joy, who brings lots of gifts and goodies to children during Christmas season.


And every mother's child is going to spy
Conveying the curiosity of children to find out if Santa Claus and his reindeers exist by spying or waiting for them.


To see if reindeer's really know how to fly
Highlighting the popular myth and legend that accompanies Christmas, of reindeers helping Santa Claus by flying him over rooftops to deliver gifts to children.


And so I'm offering this simple phrase
Presenting the lyrics as an offering or a simple gift, symbolizing the spirit of giving during Christmas.


To kids from one to ninety-two
Addressing the song to people of all ages, as Christmas is a festive occasion that can be enjoyed by everyone regardless of age.


Although it's been said many times, many ways
Acknowledging the ubiquity and repetition of the phrase used to express good wishes during the holiday season.


Merry Christmas to you
Conveying the message of the song, wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.




Lyrics ยฉ Ceylon Records, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Mel Torme, Robert Wells

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