Christmas Moon
Emmy the Great & Tim Wheeler Lyrics

Christmas moon, you got me in your sights tonight
The singer feels trapped or caught by the allure of the Christmas moon, which seems to have a hold over them.

You stopped me
The singer feels as though they are frozen or halted by the presence of the Christmas moon.

And I don't know why you do what you do
The singer is mystified by the power and influence of the Christmas moon, and can't explain why it affects them so deeply.

Christmas moon
A repetition of the title, which drives home the importance and significance of the moon's presence.

Christmas moon, you caught me in your lullaby
The artist is enchanted or entranced by the calming, soothing effect of the Christmas moon's light.

So softly
The moon's light is gentle and comforting, and seems to offer solace to the singer.

And I don't know why you get me, but you do
The singer is again unsure why the Christmas moon has such power over them, but accepts that it does.

Christmas moon, oh
A repetition of the title with emphasis, perhaps indicating a growing reverence or awe for the moon's presence.

Are you here to steal my heart?
The artist wonders whether the Christmas moon is a thief, stealing their affections or emotions.

Are you here to pass the time?
The artist questions whether the Christmas moon has a purpose or aim, or whether it is simply there to exist.

Christmas moon,
A reminder of the moon's importance and significance, and perhaps a signal of the singer's growing attachment to it.

He left me on my own tonight
The artist has been abandoned or rejected by someone they care about, which makes the moon's presence all the more important.

He's so mean
The singer has negative feelings towards the person who has left them, and feels hurt or wronged by them.

And I don't know why I care but I do
The singer questions why they still have strong feelings for the person who has left them, even if those feelings are painful or negative.

Never forget you
The singer is determined to remember and hold on to the impact that the Christmas moon has had on them, even if other things change.

The moonlight won't let you
The artist feels as though the moon's light is a protective force, keeping them connected to its influence and power.

Will watch over you all night
The artist believes that the moon will be a consistent presence and guardian, offering comfort and support throughout the night.

Christmas moon, oh
A repeated refrain, perhaps indicating a deepening spiritual or emotional connection to the moon.

Are you here to light my way?
The singer wonders whether the Christmas moon is a guide or mentor, helping them find their path through dark or difficult moments.

Or just here to pass the time?
The artist is unsure whether the moon has a specific purpose or intention, or whether it simply exists to be observed or admired.

And I don't know why I love him but I do
The artist acknowledges that they still have strong feelings for the person who has left them, even if those feelings are complex or confusing.