Born in Queens, New York to Swiss German-American Fred Lauper and Sicilian Italian-American Catrine Dominique, she began her career in a cover band, but soon began performing her own songs (though she almost quit singing altogether due to strained vocal chords in 1977). By 1980 she'd released a rockabilly album on Polydor with the band Blue Angel. Despite much critical acclaim, the album "went lead," as Lauper says, and the band split as Lauper filed for bankruptcy.
In 1983 she started dating her manager David Wolff with whom she released She's So Unusual, a worldwide hit album which made Lauper a household name. A mixture of teen-friendly pop-rock and edgier, almost punky sounds, the album's biggest hit, Girls Just Want to Have Fun, quickly established itself as a female anthem. Lauper won a Grammy Award for Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards of 1984 for her work on the album. Lauper was the first female artist to have four consecutive Hot 100 Top 5 hits from one album.
Subsequent albums (such as True Colors, A Night to Remember, Hat Full of Stars) did not sell as well, but Lauper remains active to the present day and still retains a very strong fan base.
Lauper's latest album Memphis Blues was released in June 2011, premiering at #1 on the Billboard Blues Album Chart where it remained for 14 consecutive weeks. The album also reached #26 on the Billboard Top 200, and was later named the Billboard Blues Album of the year, also earning Lauper a Grammy nomination. This brought her total Grammy nominations to 13 with one win.
Early Christmas Morning
Cyndi Lauper Lyrics
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Watch them dancing all 'round the Christmas tree
Waiting for the opening
Early Christmas morning
All around the world is sleeping
Little children there's no peeping
Wait and see what Santa's bringing
Early Christmas morning
Icicles and breakfast cakes
Friends and family we will celebrate
Sounds that joy and laughter make
Early Christmas morning
All around and far off places
Angels waken smiling faces
Wrapping us with love and graces
Early Christmas morning
Early Christmas morning
Listen to the children sing
Watch them dancing all 'round the Christmas tree
Waiting for the opening
Early Christmas morning
All around the world is sleeping
Little children there's no peeping
Wait and see what Santa's bringing
Early Christmas morning
Early Christmas morning
Christmas, Christmas morning
Yeah, joy to the world
And listen to the children singing
Singing, Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas
Yeah, Christmas morning
Have a Christmas morning
In "Early Christmas Morning" by Cyndi Lauper, the opening lines set a festive and jolly tone, citing the children singing and dancing around the Christmas Tree while waiting for presents. The second and third verses further expand on the joy of the holiday season, describing icicles and breakfast cakes, the celebratory sounds of joy and laughter, and the global event of people coming together to celebrate with their loved ones. The fourth and final verse speaks to the spiritual aspect of Christmas, referencing angels and their ability to wrap people with love and grace.
While the lyrics of the song are relatively straightforward, the repeated references to "Early Christmas Morning" give the song a sense of anticipation for the holiday season. This repeated phrase creates a sense of excitement and highlights the almost childlike eagerness that people often have as the holiday approaches. The mention of children is also significant because it reminds listeners of the magic of the season and how it can be seen through the eyes of a child.
In summary, "Early Christmas Morning" is a cheerful and uplifting song that encapsulates the joy and excitement of the holiday season. By using vivid imagery and repeating the phrase "Early Christmas Morning," Cyndi Lauper creates a sense of anticipation and holiday cheer.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen to the children sing
Pay attention and hear the happy singing of the children
Watch them dancing all 'round the Christmas tree
Observe how the children are joyfully moving and twirling around the decorated Christmas tree
Waiting for the opening
Eagerly anticipating the moment when they can begin to open their Christmas presents
Early Christmas morning
The special day that begins with excitement and happiness in the morning
All around the world is sleeping
People in other parts of the world are still resting and peacefully sleeping
Little children there's no peeping
The young kids know not to sneak a peek at the gifts before it's time to open them
Wait and see what Santa's bringing
Keep patient and curious to find out what type of gifts will be delivered by Santa Claus
Icicles and breakfast cakes
Naturally formed ice sculptures and festive morning foods
Friends and family we will celebrate
We will share the festivities and celebrations with our loved ones
Sounds that joy and laughter make
The happy and infectious sounds of merriment and laughter
Early Christmas morning
The special day that begins with excitement and happiness in the morning
All around and far off places
All over the world, even in distant locations
Angels waken smiling faces
The peaceful and warming spirits of the holiday season bring joy to everybody
Wrapping us with love and graces
The affectionate gestures and kind acts that we exchange with each other create an atmosphere of love, kindness, and generosity
Early Christmas morning
The special day that begins with excitement and happiness in the morning
Listen to the children sing
Pay attention and hear the happy singing of the children
Watch them dancing all 'round the Christmas tree
Observe how the children are joyfully moving and twirling around the decorated Christmas tree
Waiting for the opening
Eagerly anticipating the moment when they can begin to open their Christmas presents
Early Christmas morning
The special day that begins with excitement and happiness in the morning
Christmas, Christmas morning
A reminder that this day is Christmas, and it begins early in the morning
Yeah, joy to the world
Make the day bright and jubilant for everyone around the world
And listen to the children singing
Hear and appreciate the delightful music of the little ones
Singing, Merry Christmas
Singing the cheerful and simple phrase which means "have a happy Christmas season"
Merry Christmas
The wish for a joyful and peaceful season to all
Yeah, Christmas morning
Affirmation that the celebration of Christmas begins early in the morning
Have a Christmas morning
A sincerity expressed from the heart to all listeners, wishing them a happy Christmas morning
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Cyndi Lauper, Jan Pulsford
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Christina
OMG this song makes me want to get up and dance. I’ve had it on repeat for the last 48 hours and can’t get enough of it. Even when I’m in bed I’m dancing. Such a happy cheery catchy song. Sung well by beautiful Cindy
Lee Anne
I absolutely love Cyndi Laupers Christmas album I have to listen to it every year. I have no idea why she doesn't get air time here on the radio.
João Gomes Jr
This is the best Christmas song of ALL time. God bless you Cindy😍
Anita Gordon
I love this Christmas song ...Cyndi added a lot of life to it ..... it makes wanna get up and dance it's my favorite Christmas song.....love you my Queen...
Rafaela Trivilin
Maravilhosa!
Almir Bispo
Minha artista preferida
1956HBS
One of the best Christmas songs ever
Marcus
Flipping love this Christmas song
Gabriel V.A
Perfeito
Francisco Candido
Demais.