Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Frank Sinatra & Dean Martin/Sam Lyrics
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Let your heart be light
Next year, all our troubles will be out of sight
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Make the Yuletide gay
Next year, all our troubles will be miles away
Once again as in olden days
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Will be near to us once more
Someday soon we all will be together
If the fates allow
Until then, we'll have to muddle through somehow
So have yourself a merry little Christmas now
The lyrics of Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas are both nostalgic and hopeful in tone. The first stanza encourages the listener to embrace the holiday spirit and put aside any troubles or worries. The lines "Next year, all our troubles will be out of sight" and "Next year, all our troubles will be miles away" express the hope that the coming year will bring relief and happiness, and that the current troubles will be forgotten.
The second stanza evokes memories of the past - the "happy golden days of yore" and the "faithful friends who are dear to us". The phrase "once again as in olden days" makes a direct reference to a time when things were simpler and happier. The nostalgia is balanced by the hope that these dear friends will be near once more.
The final stanza expresses the wish that one day soon, all loved ones would be able to celebrate together again, but until then, there is a need to "muddle through somehow". The song ends with a return to the opening sentiment, encouraging listeners to enjoy the present moment and have a merry Christmas.
Line by Line Meaning
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Wishing you a joyful and festive Christmas celebration
Let your heart be light
Encouraging you to feel happy and carefree
Next year, all our troubles will be out of sight
Optimistically looking forward to a better future with the hope that problems will have been resolved
Make the Yuletide gay
Encouraging you to embrace the holiday season with joy and cheer
Next year, all our troubles will be miles away
Anticipating that any current struggles or issues will be far behind us in the future
Once again as in olden days
Recalling past memories and traditions during the holiday season
Happy golden days of yore
Reminiscing about good times and happiness from the past
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Appreciating and cherishing the presence of loved ones and close friends
Will be near to us once more
Looking forward to reuniting with friends and loved ones who are important to us
Someday soon we all will be together
Expressing hope for a future where everyone can be united and together
If the fates allow
Acknowledging that future plans are uncertain and dependent on factors beyond our control
Until then, we'll have to muddle through somehow
Recognizing that we must persevere and make do until circumstances improve
So have yourself a merry little Christmas now
Encouraging you to enjoy the present and celebrate the holiday season despite any challenges or difficulties
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane
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@fabiolaalejandra7047
I’m Venezuelan and when I migrated to NYC from my hometown Caracas by the end of November 2018, almost Christmas time, it sucked a lot to see everybody around me with their families while I was all alone. The details in this video just made my heart melt and I even laugh at the fact that you indeed leave your big house in Venezuela for a tiny little space in NYC.
@gregoriosanfelix9246
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@24galina
it might not be Christmas yet, however what a beautiful tribute to all Venezuelans who have left the country looking for a better life!!!! It also represents the reality of millions of people all over the world. Thanks with tearful eyes.....
@isabelrj7428
Para nosotros los venezolanos ya es Navidad. Nuestra Navidad es un sentimiento que se va acrecentando desde Octubre, mes en el que nuestra vida se va llenando de luces, alegrías, reflexión, nostalgia, familia, renovación, perdón y mucho amor familiar. Recuerdo que para la Nochebuena se nos enseña a perdonar a quienes durante el año hemos apartado. Pensándolo bien y en la distancia, somos un pueblo a nuestro modo muy espiritual.
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@l8tralalt901
Can you believe it guys?
@fazecl4ps
CHRISTMAS IS IN A DAY
@condor5037
LETS GOOOOOOOOOO
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