Christmas Island
Colin James Lyrics


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How'd ya like to stay up late, like the islanders do?
Wait for Santa to sail in with your presents in a canoe
If you ever spend Christmas on Christmas Island
You will never stray for everyday
Your Christmas dreams come true

How'd ya like to stay up late like the islanders do?
Wait for Santa to sail in with your presents in a canoe
If you ever spend Christmas on Christmas Island
You will never stray, for everyday
Your Christmas dreams come true





On Christmas Island your dreams come true

Overall Meaning

The song "Christmas Island" by Colin James is a catchy tune with a holiday theme, centered around the idea of spending Christmas on the island. The lyrics imagine a scenario where the listener is transported to Christmas Island and experiences a wonderfully festive Christmas celebration. The song begins with the question "How'd ya like to stay up late, like the islanders do?" which sets the scene for a relaxed atmosphere where Christmas traditions differ from what the listener is used to. The song goes on to describe the unique way in which Santa delivers presents on the island - arriving by canoe instead of a sleigh. The verse then repeats the refrain that if you spend Christmas on Christmas Island, your Christmas dreams will always come true.


The imagery in the song creates a whimsical and magical atmosphere, imagining a tropical paradise where the listener can escape the frosty winters of their everyday life. The song plays with the idea of a non-traditional Christmas, highlighting the ways in which different cultures celebrate the holiday, and the joy people can find in exploring new traditions.


Line by Line Meaning

How'd ya like to stay up late like the islanders do?
Wouldn't it be nice to experience staying up late like the islanders do?


Wait for Santa to sail in with your presents in a canoe
You can wait for Santa to arrive on a canoe and bring you presents.


If you ever spend Christmas on Christmas Island
If you get to spend your Christmas on this specific island


You will never stray, for everyday
You will never want to leave and stay there every day.


Your Christmas dreams come true
All of your wildest Christmas dreams will come true on this magical island.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Lyle L. Moraine

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