The Christmas Waltz
Dean Martin Frank Sinatra & Sammy Davis Jr Lyrics
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Merry Christmas
May your New Year dreams come true
Frosted window panes
Candles gleaming inside
Painted candy canes on the tree
Santa's on his way
Things for you and for me
It's that time of year
When the world falls in love
Every song you hear seems to say
Merry Christmas
May your New Year dreams come true
And this song of mine
In three-quarter time
Wishes you and yours
The same thing too
Santa's on his way
He's filled his sleigh with things
Things for you and for me
It's that time of year
When the world falls in love
Every song you hear seems to say
Merry Christmas
May your New Year dreams come true
And this song of mine
In three-quarter time
Wishes you and yours
Everyone
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas
May your New Year dreams come true (Merry Christmas!)
The lyrics to Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.'s "The Christmas Waltz" evoke a cozy, nostalgic holiday feeling with vivid imagery of frosted window panes, candles, and painted candy canes on a Christmas tree. As they sing, it's clear that they want their listeners to feel the warmth of the season and hope that everyone's New Year dreams will come true. The song's three-quarter time and waltz feel add to the festive atmosphere and traditional nature of the holidays.
The lyrics speak to the magic of the holiday season, exemplified by the arrival of Santa Claus and his sleigh loaded with presents. The line "It's that time of year when the world falls in love" captures the sentiment that the holidays bring people together and create a sense of community and goodwill. The songs that fill the airwaves during this time of year all seem to carry a similar message of spreading joy and cheer, and these crooners uphold that tradition with their own contribution.
Interestingly, "The Christmas Waltz" was actually written in May of 1954, far from the holiday season, by songwriters Sammy Cahn and Jule Styne. The song was first recorded by Jo Stafford, but it's the version by Frank Sinatra that has endured as a holiday classic. Here are a few more facts about this beloved song:
Line by Line Meaning
Merry Christmas
Wishing you joy and happiness on this special day
Merry Christmas
Reiterating the previous wish with emphasis
May your New Year dreams come true
Hoping that all your desires and aspirations for the coming year are fulfilled
Frosted window panes
Describing the snowy view outside
Candles gleaming inside
Highlighting the cozy and warm atmosphere indoors
Painted candy canes on the tree
Drawing attention to the festive decorations on the tree
Santa's on his way
Pointing out that the beloved gift-giving figure is making his rounds
He's filled his sleigh with things
Reassuring that Santa has indeed collected presents for those who have been nice
Things for you and for me
Emphasizing that everyone can expect some surprises from Santa's bag
It's that time of year
Acknowledging the holiday season
When the world falls in love
Observing the widespread affection and goodwill during this time
Every song you hear seems to say
Noticing the ubiquitous holiday music that adds to the festive spirit
And this song of mine
Referring to the present song being performed
In three-quarter time
Indicating the song's time signature, which adds to its graceful and waltzy style
Wishes you and yours
Extending good wishes to the listener and their loved ones
The same thing too
Affirming the desire for others to have a joyous holiday and happy new year
Everyone
Expanding the song's well-wishes to encompass all people
Merry Christmas
Closing the song with the original holiday greeting
Merry Christmas
Ending the song with the same repeated wish
May your New Year dreams come true (Merry Christmas!)
Finalizing the song's message with the hope that all new year desires are realized and wishing a merry Christmas once more
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SAMMY CAHN, JULE STYNE
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