Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Ella Fitzgerald | Frank DeVol Orchestra Lyrics


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Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer
Had a very shiny nose
And if you ever saw it
You would even say it glows

All of the other reindeers
Used to laugh and call him names
They never let poor Rudolph
Join in any reindeer games

Then one foggy Christmas Eve
Santa came to say
Rudolph with your nose so bright
Won't you guide my sleigh tonight?

Then how the reindeer loved him
As they shouted out with glee
Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer
You'll go down in history

Hang your nose down rudy
Hang your nose and cry

You know Dasher and Prancer and Vixen
but what do you know about Rudolf and his nose?

Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer
Had a very shiny nose
And if you ever saw it
You would even say it glows

Then one foggy Christmas Eve
Santa came to say
Rudolph with your nose so bright
Won't you guide my sleigh tonight?

Then how the reindeer loved him
As they shouted out with glee




Rudolph the reded-nose reindeer
You'll go down in history

Overall Meaning

The song "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" is a classic Christmas tune that tells the story of Rudolph, a reindeer with a glowing red nose that is initially ostracized by his peers, but ultimately becomes a hero. The opening verse describes Rudolph's unique physical characteristic: his shiny, glowing nose. The next verse reveals that the other reindeer used to mock and exclude Rudolph because of his nose. However, on one foggy Christmas Eve, Santa recognizes the value of Rudolph's nose and enlists him to guide his sleigh. Rudolph's newfound purpose and usefulness endear him to the other reindeer, and he is celebrated as a hero. The final verse cements Rudolph's place in history as a beloved figure that will never be forgotten.


Overall, the song celebrates the idea that we should embrace and appreciate people's differences, rather than ridicule or reject them. Rudolph's story reminds us that even those who may seem different or unusual can have valuable contributions to offer if we are willing to look beyond appearances.


Line by Line Meaning

Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer
Introducing the main character, Rudolph, the reindeer with an unusually shiny and bright red nose.


Had a very shiny nose
This line emphasizes the brightness of Rudolph's nose and highlights how different it is from the other reindeer's noses.


And if you ever saw it
This line suggests that Rudolph's nose is so striking that anyone who sees it would take notice.


You would even say it glows
The brightness of Rudolph's nose is so exceptional that it would be easy to mistake it for a source of light.


All of the other reindeers
This line introduces the other reindeer, who are a group that excludes Rudolph due to his unusual appearance.


Used to laugh and call him names
The other reindeer used to bully Rudolph and mock him for the thing that makes him different - his red nose.


They never let poor Rudolph
Rudolph was systematically excluded from group activities and games, which made him feel lonely and sad.


Join in any reindeer games
As a result of being bullied, Rudolph was not allowed to play the reindeer games with the rest of the group.


Then one foggy Christmas Eve
This line sets the scene for the pivotal moment in the story when Rudolph gets a chance to prove himself.


Santa came to say
Santa, the leader and authority figure, came to Rudolph to request his help, signaling a shift in how Rudolph is perceived by others.


Rudolph with your nose so bright
Santa specifically asks Rudolph for help because of the unique and powerful ability provided by his red nose.


Won't you guide my sleigh tonight?
Santa asks Rudolph to lead his sleigh, which is a significant task that shows Rudolph's true value to the group.


Then how the reindeer loved him
After Rudolph proves his worth, the other reindeer begin to change their perception of him and treat him with love and respect.


As they shouted out with glee
The other reindeer are ecstatic and joyful to be part of Rudolph's success and to have him as a member of their group.


Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer
This line is repeated to reinforce the new and improved status of Rudolph as a respected and valued member of the group.


You'll go down in history
This line implies that Rudolph's bravery and uniqueness will be remembered and celebrated for generations to come.


Hang your nose down rudy
This line is a derogatory taunt aimed at Rudolph, mocking him for being different because of his bright red nose.


Hang your nose and cry
This line is meant to make Rudolph feel ashamed and isolated due to his differences from the rest of the group.


You know Dasher and Prancer and Vixen
This line mentions other characters in the story to show that even popular and well-known characters have their own struggles and issues to deal with.


but what do you know about Rudolf and his nose?
This line poses a question to the listener, emphasizing the importance of understanding and accepting others who may be different from ourselves.




Lyrics © ST. NICHOLAS MUSIC INC
Written by: John D. Marks

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@sondicoslashers1982

yo this low-key slaps, good job ella

@jimmygt4

never gets old, thanks dad for bringing this out every year, not christmas without it.....

@anitsircoiralih5268

Her voice is like butter and I’m in love💕

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My favorite all times xmas 🎄 in all versions 😍 and languages.

@nichsu24

Time for this song again!

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I want Christmas to come soon 🌲☃️

@Phoebe_Kristian

One of my favorite Christmas songs- I love this version the best tho!! :D

@casperstone16

Absolutly fantastic

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MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE

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Thanks! To You too!

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