Dick Haymes (September 13, 19… Read Full Bio ↴Powerful, milky smooth, rich baritone.
Dick Haymes (September 13, 1918 – March 28, 1980) was one of the most popular American male vocalists of the 1940s and early 1950s.
He was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. His Irish-born mother, Marguerite Haymes (1894-1987), was a well-known vocal coach and instructor. He became the vocalist in a number of big bands, worked in Hollywood on radio and in many films throughout the forties and fifties.
He never became a United States citizen and avoided military service during World War II by asserting his non-belligerent status as a citizen of Argentina, which was neutral. Years later (1955), this act of his nearly caused his deportation to Argentina on an unrelated technicality in immigration law. During World War II, he was briefly detained at Ellis Island.
Haymes was married six times and had six children. His most famous marriages were to film actresses Joanne Dru (1941-1949) and Rita Hayworth (1953-1955). His daughter Stephanie Haymes was married to Sir Elton John's lyricist Bernie Taupin
He died in Los Angeles from lung cancer, at the age of 61.
Christmas Dreaming
Dick Haymes Lyrics
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A little early this year,
No sign of snow around,
And yet I go around hearing
Jingle bells ringing in my ear,
Your promise must be the reason,
The happy season is here,
So I'm doing my Christmas dreaming
The lyrics to "Christmas Dreaming" by Dick Haymes express the sentiment of early anticipation and excitement for the holiday season. Despite the absence of snow or other physical signs of Christmas, the singer hears the sound of jingle bells and feels the holiday spirit in the air. He attributes this feeling to a promise that he has received from someone dear to him, possibly a lover or family member, that makes him look forward to the season with happiness and hope.
The song's lyrics convey the timeless and universal longing for the warmth and joy of the holiday season, regardless of the external circumstances. Haymes's smooth and soothing vocals, paired with the dreamy and nostalgic melody, create a relaxing and nostalgic mood that captures the spirit of Christmas.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm doing my Christmas dreaming
I am daydreaming about the upcoming Christmas festivities.
A little early this year
I am starting to imagine Christmas earlier than I usually do.
No sign of snow around
There isn't any snow where I am, but it doesn't stop me from feeling festive.
And yet I go around hearing
Despite the lack of snow, I can hear sounds of Christmas all around me.
Jingle bells ringing in my ear
I can hear the ringing of jingle bells, which reminds me of the festive season.
Your promise must be the reason
I believe that your promise to spend Christmas with me is the reason for my excitement and anticipation.
The happy season is here
The Christmas season is here, and it brings joy and happiness.
So I'm doing my Christmas dreaming
I am continuing to fantasize about Christmas, despite the fact that it is still a while away.
A little early this year
I am starting to think about Christmas earlier than usual because of the anticipation of spending it with you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Irving Gordon, Lester Lee
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@georgehewett6243
This recording gets my vote for favorite rendition of this holiday favorite.
@norafakhreddine
Brilliant. Thank you.
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@astaism
Lovely! Thank you!
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+astaism More where that came from! Thanks for listening!