Happy Xmas
Elton John/Yoko Lyrics

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Happy christmas, kyoko.

Happy christmas, julian.

So this is christmas and what have you done?

Another year over, a new one just begun.

And so this is christmas, I hope you have fun,

The near and the dear one, the old and the young.

A very merry christmas and a happy new year,

Let's hope it's a good one without any fear.

And so this is christmas for weak and for strong,

(war is over if you want it,)

For the rich and the poor ones, the road is so long.

(war is over now.)

And so happy christmas for black and for whites,

(war is over if you want it,)

For the yellow and red ones, let's stop all the fight.

(war is over now.)

A very merry christmas and a happy new year,

Let's hope it's a good one without any fear.

And so this is christmas and what have we done?

(war is over if you want it,)

Another year over, a new one just begun.

(war is over if you want it,)

And so this is christmas, we hope you have fun,

(war is over if you want it,)

The near and the dear one, the old and the young.

(war is over now.)

A very merry christmas and a happy new year,

Let's hope it's a good one without any fear.

War is over

If you want it,

War is over now.

Happy christmas!

Happy christmas!

Happy christmas!

Happy christmas!

Happy christmas!

Overall Meaning

The song "Happy Xmas" by John Lennon and Yoko Ono is a plea for peace during the Christmas season. The opening lines of the song are directed towards Kyoko and Julian, who are Lennon's daughter and son respectively. Lennon reflects on the year that has passed and the new year that has just begun. The lyrics celebrate the joys of the holiday season and express the hope that everyone, regardless of their beliefs, background or race, can come together in peace.

The central message of the song about the possibility of peace is reinforced with the line "war is over if you want it." This appeal for peace is particularly poignant given the context of the song's release in 1971 during the Vietnam War. The song reflects the anti-war sentiment of the time and is a call to end conflicts everywhere. The final verses emphasize this point with the lines, "happy Christmas for black and for whites, for yellow and red ones, let's stop all the fight."

The song is an enduring Christmas classic and has been covered by numerous artists. It's become a staple of holiday playlists and has been included in several movies and TV shows. Its message of peace transcends time and continues to resonate with people worldwide.

Line by Line Meaning

Happy Christmas, Kyoko.
Wishing a joyful Christmas to Kyoko.

Happy Christmas, Julian.
Wishing a joyful Christmas to Julian.

So this is Christmas, and what have you done?
Reflecting on the year gone by and evaluating personal achievements.

Another year over, a new one just begun.
Acknowledging the passage of time and the beginning of a new year.

And so this is Christmas, I hope you have fun, The near and the dear one, the old and the young.
Expressing hope for festive enjoyment with loved ones of all ages.

A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, Let's hope it's a good one without any fear.
Extending wishes for happy holidays and an optimistic new year.

And so this is Christmas for weak and for strong, (War is over if you want it,) For the rich and the poor ones, the road is so long. (War is over now.)
Indicating that Christmas is a time for everyone, regardless of strength or wealth. Expressing a desire for peace and acknowledging the struggles faced by everyone.

And so happy Christmas for black and for whites, (War is over if you want it,) For the yellow and red ones, let's stop all the fight. (War is over now.)
Promoting racial harmony and advocating an end to conflict between different groups.

War is over If you want it, War is over now.
Encouraging people to actively seek peace and work towards ending conflicts.

Happy Christmas!
Wishing a joyful Christmas to all.