The Christmas Waltz
Doris Day (Holiday) Lyrics
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Candles gleaming inside
Painted candy canes on the tree
Santa's on his way
He's filled his sleigh
With things, things for you and for me
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
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
In "The Christmas Waltz," Doris Day paints a beautiful picture of the holiday season with cozy frosted window panes, candles radiating warm light, and brightly colored candy canes perched on the Christmas tree. She describes the excitement and anticipation of Santa's arrival with a sleigh full of gifts "for you and for me." The song is a celebration of the season, with Day's clear voice perfectly capturing the feeling of joy and wonder that comes with the holidays.
The lyrics also touch on the universal spirit of the season, highlighting how it's a time that "the world falls in love," and how every song we hear seems to be singing the same message of hope and love. Day's song is no exception, with her hope that listeners have a Merry Christmas and that their dreams come true in the New Year. The final line of the song also reminds us that this wish is not just for the listener but for "you and yours," emphasizing the importance of sharing love and kindness during the holiday season.
Line by Line Meaning
Frosted window panes
Looking at the outside world through the cold and chilly glass of the window
Candles gleaming inside
Bright flickers of light shining from the candles inside the house, bringing warmth and coziness
Painted candy canes on the tree
Colorfully painted candy canes hanging on the Christmas tree, representing the fun and excitement of the holiday season
Santa's on his way
The arrival of the beloved Santa Claus, whose sleigh is full of wonderful presents
He's filled his sleigh
Santa is carrying so many presents that his magical sleigh is completely stuffed
With things, things for you and for me
The presents in Santa's sleigh are for everyone, young and old, as everyone deserves to be happy on Christmas
It's that time of year
Christmas comes around once a year, bringing joy and cheer
When the world falls in love
During the holiday season, people's hearts open up, and love and kindness fill the air
Every song you hear seems to say
The spirit of Christmas is so strong that every song echoes the same message of love and goodwill
Merry Christmas
Wishing everyone a happy and cheerful Christmas
May your New Year dreams come true
Hope and good wishes for a bright and successful New Year
And this song of mine in three quarter time
The gentle and soothing rhythm of the song brings calm and peace to the holiday season
Wishes you and yours the same thing too
The song conveys the same message of love and good wishes for everyone, no matter who they are or where they come from
Lyrics © IMAGEM U.S. LLC , Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SAMMY CAHN
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