His early work was characterized by heavy synthesizers and ringing guitarwork, and had a distinct pop sensibility (not terribly unlike early Bryan Adams). Later works embraced electric blues and eventually, with his "Little Big Band", swing music.
I'll Be Home for Christmas
Colin James & The Little Big Band Lyrics
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You can plan on me
Please have snow and mistletoe
And presents on the tree
Christmas Eve will find me
Where the lovelight gleams
I'll be home for Christmas
I'll be home for Christmas
You can plan on me
Please have snow and mistletoe
And presents on the tree
Christmas Eve will find me
Where the lovelight gleams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
The song "I'll Be Home For Christmas" is a classic holiday tune that speaks to the longing we all feel to be with loved ones during the Christmas season. The lyrics describe the singer's desire to be home for Christmas, surrounded by snow, mistletoe, and presents on the tree. The familiar melody adds to the sense of nostalgia and yearning, as it evokes memories of Christmases past.
The first and second verses of the song each express the singer's yearning to be home for Christmas. The third verse describes the scene on Christmas Eve, with the "lovelight" representing the warmth and love of the holiday season. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the central message of the song - that despite the difficulties of being far from home, the singer still dreams of being there for Christmas.
The lyrics to "I'll Be Home For Christmas" were written by Kim Gannon and Walter Kent in 1943, during the height of World War II. The song was originally written from the perspective of a soldier who longed to be home for the holidays but knew it was unlikely. It quickly became a popular song among soldiers and civilians alike, and has remained a classic Christmas standard ever since.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll be home for Christmas
I promise to make it back to my loved ones for the holiday
You can plan on me
You can trust that I will follow through on my promise
Please have snow and mistletoe
I hope the Christmas environment is cozy and perfect
And presents on the tree
And I hope there will be gifts to unwrap too
Christmas Eve will find me
I will be present on the night before Christmas
Where the lovelight gleams
Where love and warmth is shining bright
I'll be home for Christmas
I will be there for my family on this special day
If only in my dreams
Even if it’s impossible, I will always dream about being home for Christmas
Contributed by Jayce W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.