All I Want for Christmas Is You
Dave Barnes (Holiday) Lyrics
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There's just one thing I need
I don't care about the presents
Underneath the Christmas tree
I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
All I want for Christmas
I don't want a lot for Christmas
There is just one thing I need
I don't care about the presents
Underneath the Christmas tree
I don't need to hang my stocking
There upon the fireplace
Santa Claus won't make me happy
With a toy on Christmas day
I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
All I want for Christmas is you
You baby
I won't ask for much this Christmas
I won't even wish for snow
I'm just gonna keep on waiting
Underneath the mistletoe
I won't make a list and send it
To the North Pole for Saint Nick
I won't even stay awake to
Hear those magic reindeer click
'Cause I just want you here tonight
Holding on to me so tight
What more can I do
Baby all I want for Christmas is you
You
All the lights are shining
So brightly everywhere
And the sound of children's
Laughter fills the air
And everyone is singing
I hear those sleigh bells ringing
Santa won't you bring me the one I really need
Won't you please bring my baby to me
Oh I don't want a lot for Christmas
This is all I'm asking for
I just want to see my baby
Standing right outside my door
Oh I just want him for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
Baby all I want for Christmas is you
All I want for Christmas is you baby
All I want for Christmas is you baby
The lyrics to Dave Barnes' song "All I Want For Christmas Is You" express a sentiment that many can relate to during the holiday season. While the commercial aspects of Christmas, like presents and stockings, hold little importance to the singer, the presence of their loved one is all they need to make the holiday complete. The singer talks about mistletoe and feeling close to their partner, expressing a desire to stay close to them as the lights and sounds of the holiday swirl around them. The song makes a direct appeal to Santa Claus to bring the singer's partner home for Christmas, underscoring the importance of romantic love and togetherness during the festive season.
One interesting aspect of "All I Want For Christmas Is You" is that it is a cover of a song by Mariah Carey that has become a modern classic. Barnes' version, while similar in sentiment, has a different sound and vocal styling that makes it unique. The songwriting is simple yet effective, capturing the essence of pure love and joy that fuels many holiday celebrations. The use of the word "baby" in the chorus is an intimate choice that speaks to the closeness the singer feels with their partner. All in all, it is a song that beautifully captures the spirit of the season and the importance of love and connection.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't want a lot for Christmas
I have a modest request for the holiday season
There's just one thing I need
I have a singular desire
I don't care about the presents
Gifts aren't important to me
Underneath the Christmas tree
Where the presents usually go
I just want you for my own
I desire your companionship
More than you could ever know
My love for you is deep
Make my wish come true
Grant my desire
All I want for Christmas
My sole request for the holiday
Is you
Is your presence
I don't need to hang my stocking
Stockings aren't necessary for my happiness
There upon the fireplace
Where stockings are traditionally hung
Santa Claus won't make me happy
I don't believe in the magic of Santa
With a toy on Christmas day
Receiving a toy as a gift isn't sufficient for me
You baby
I desire your presence, specifically
I won't ask for much this Christmas
I have low expectations for the holiday
I won't even wish for snow
Snow isn't necessary for my enjoyment
I'm just gonna keep on waiting
I'll be patient in my desire
Underneath the mistletoe
Where I hope to share a kiss with you
I won't make a list and send it
I won't write down a catalogue of gifts
To the North Pole for Saint Nick
To request presents from Santa
I won't even stay awake to
I won't wait up
Hear those magic reindeer click
To hear the sounds of Santa's sleigh
'Cause I just want you here tonight
My desire is for your presence, tonight
Holding on to me so tight
With physical affection
What more can I do
I'm doing all I can
Baby all I want for Christmas is you
My singular request is for your companionship
All the lights are shining
The holiday decorations are bright and festive
So brightly everywhere
In every direction
And the sound of children's
The happy noise of kids
Laughter fills the air
Is all around me
And everyone is singing
People are joyfully sharing music
I hear those sleigh bells ringing
The sound of Santa's sleigh can be heard
Santa won't you bring me the one I really need
Asking Santa for your companionship
Won't you please bring my baby to me
Requesting to spend the holiday with you
Oh I don't want a lot for Christmas
Repeating modest requests
This is all I'm asking for
This is my singular desire
I just want to see my baby
Desire to see you
Standing right outside my door
Being close in proximity
All I want for Christmas is you baby
My sole desire for the holiday
All I want for Christmas is you baby
Repeating my desire for your companionship
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Mariah Carey, Walter N. Afanasieff
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