Clay Walker (born August 19, 1969) was born and raised on a farm in Beaumont, TX, the hometown of George Jones. Walker fell in love with country music at an early age, when his father gave him a guitar when he was only nine years old. After he graduated from high school, Walker pursued a musical career full-time, playing concerts across the South, the Midwest, and Canada. For over three years, he toured and went to school, taking courses about the music business. During this time, he acted as his own manager. Eventually, he became the house singer at the Neon Armadillo bar in Beaumont. While performing at the club, producer James Stroud heard Walker and offered to work with the singer. Stroud helped Walker secure a contract with Giant Records, and the pair began working on the vocalist's debut album.
"What's It to You" became a number one hit upon its release in August of 1993, with "Live Until I Die" following it into the pole position later that same year. Both singles were featured on his debut album, Clay Walker, which was released in the fall of 1993. "Where Do I Fit in the Picture," the third single from the album, became a number 11 hit in early 1994. "White Palace" was a flop, failing to crack the Top 40, but "Dreaming With My Eyes Open" became his third number one hit in the summer of 1994, helping make his debut record a platinum album. If I Could Make a Living was not quite as successful as his debut, yet it still yielded the number one title track. Hypnotize the Moon, Walker's third album, appeared in the fall of 1995, preceded by the number two single "Who Needs You Baby." He followed with Self Portrait in 1996 and Rumor Has It in 1997. A Greatest Hits collection appeared in 1998 and a new album, Live, Laugh, Love, was released in 1999. Say No More followed two years later.
I'll Be Home for Christmas
Clay Walker Lyrics
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Even more then 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
Christmas Eve will find me
Where the love light beams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
Christmas Eve will find me
Where the love light beams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
If only in my dreams
In Clay Walker's song "I'll Be Home For Christmas," the lyrics evoke a sense of longing and nostalgia for a place and feeling of love that can only be experienced during the holiday season. The singer is dreaming of returning home for Christmas, and although he acknowledges that it's a long journey, he promises to make it back. He wants to be surrounded by classic Christmas imagery, including snow, mistletoe, and presents under the tree. The final lines of the song emphasize the singer's strong desire to be with his loved ones: "Christmas Eve will find me / Where the love light beams / I'll be home for Christmas / If only in my dreams."
The lyrics of "I'll Be Home For Christmas" are particularly impactful because they were written during World War II, when many soldiers were stationed overseas and unable to be with their families during the holidays. The song was first recorded in 1943 by Bing Crosby, and it quickly became an iconic wartime song because of its emotional resonance. The idea of being "home for Christmas" was especially poignant for soldiers who were suffering from homesickness and yearning for a return to normalcy.
The popularity of "I'll Be Home For Christmas" has endured for decades, with countless recordings by different artists in a variety of styles. The song continues to be a powerful reminder of the importance of family and home during the holiday season, as well as a tribute to those who have served their country and sacrificed time with their loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm dreamin' tonight of a place I love
I'm imagining my beloved home right now
Even more then I usually do
I miss it more than usual
And although I know it's a long road back
Even though I'm aware it's far from where I am now
I promise you
I assure you
I'll be home for Christmas
I'll be there to celebrate Christmas with you
You can count on me
You can trust that I will do everything in my power to be there
Please have snow and mistletoe
I hope there's snow and mistletoe decorations for us to enjoy
And presents under the tree
I hope there are presents waiting for us under the Christmas tree
Christmas Eve will find me
I'll be there on Christmas Eve
Where the love light beams
In the presence of love, warmth, and happiness
I'll be home for Christmas
I'll make my way home to celebrate Christmas
If only in my dreams
Even if I can only imagine it in my dreams
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Written by: Kim Gannon, Walter Kent
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