I'll Be Home For Christmas
Frank Sinatra & Elvis Presley Lyrics
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Missing out the cracks in the pavement
And tutting my heel and strutting my feet
Is there anything I can di for you dear?
Is there anyone I could call?
No and thank you please madame
I ain't lost just wandering
Memories are fresh
Round my hometown
Oh the people I've met
Are the wonders of my world
Are the wondres of my world
Are the wonders of this world
Are the wonders now
I like in the city
When the air is so thick and opaque
I love to see everybody in short skirts
Short and shades
I like it in the city when two worlds collide
You get the people and the government
Everybody talking different sides
Shows that we ain't gonna stand shirt
Shows that we are united
Shows that we ain't gonna take it
Shows that we ain't gonna stand shirt
Shows that we are united
Round my hometown
Memories are fresh
Round my hometown
Oh the people I've met
Are the wonders of my world
Are the wonders of my world
Are the wonders of this world
Are the wonders of my world
I must correct you there. The lyrics you have provided are not from Frank Sinatra's "I'll be home for Christmas," but from the song "Hometown Glory" by Adele. "I'll be home for Christmas" is a classic Christmas song originally recorded by Bing Crosby in 1943 and covered by many artists, including Frank Sinatra.
"I'll be home for Christmas" is a nostalgic and sentimental song that captures the longing of a soldier to be reunited with his loved ones for Christmas. The lyrics evoke images of home, family, and tradition, and the melody is warm and soothing. Sinatra's interpretation of the song is particularly poignant, as he himself was a veteran and knew the sacrifice and longing of being away from home during the holidays.
The opening lines of the song set the tone for the whole piece: "I'll be home for Christmas / You can count on me / Please have snow and mistletoe / And presents under the tree." The singer promises to come home for Christmas and requests the familiar trappings of the holiday season, such as snow and presents. The chorus repeats the phrase "I'll be home for Christmas" with increasing intensity, as if the singer is trying to convince himself as well as his loved ones that he will indeed make it back.
Overall, "I'll be home for Christmas" is a beautiful and moving song that captures the spirit of the holiday season and the importance of family and home.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been walking in the same way as I did
I've been following the same path that I have taken before
Missing out the cracks in the pavement
I pay attention to my surroundings and avoid potential dangers
And tutting my heel and strutting my feet
I walk with a sense of confidence and pride
Is there anything I can do for you dear?
Can I offer you any assistance, my dear?
Is there anyone I could call?
Do you need me to contact anyone for you?
No and thank you please madame
No thank you, madam
I ain't lost just wandering
I am not lost, simply exploring
Round my hometown
In my local area
Memories are fresh
Fond memories remain in my mind
Oh the people I've met
I have had the pleasure of meeting some wonderful individuals
Are the wonders of my world
These individuals are the most amazing part of my life
I like in the city
I enjoy living in urban areas
When the air is so thick and opaque
During times when the atmosphere is dense and unclear
I love to see everybody in short skirts
I enjoy observing individuals dressed in summery clothing
Short and shades
Wearing of sunglasses
I like it in the city when two worlds collide
When two diverse groups come together in the urban environment
You get the people and the government
Both individuals and those in positions of power
Everybody talking different sides
All parties involved may have differing opinions
Shows that we ain't gonna stand shirt
Indicates that there is a sense of unity among the group
Shows that we are united
Demonstrates that we are all in agreement
Round my hometown
In my local area
Oh the people I've met
I have had the pleasure of meeting some wonderful individuals
Are the wonders of my world
These individuals are the most amazing part of my life
Contributed by Nolan V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Anthony M
I was six years old when this album came out in 1957 and my dad had a brand new 57 Chevy Belair. What a wonderful life I had, thank God.
Darkg
Bich u still livin
Anthony M
I'm almost 70 and my dad played this album while we put the 🌲 tree up and decorated it from back in the late 50s. While I was listening my wonderful memories were so vivid. Thanks so much for this and God bless you.
Mario Alberto Tapia
I am not from the fortys or fiftys but every time I listen to this song I feel so much sadness and it feels like I am feeling some else's life as a soldier. It reminds me of all those Captain America soldiers from ww2 and I am Mexican. That says a lot about this precious and powerful song.
TP Lamarr
GOD BLESS YOU ANTHONY!
I’m 68 years old and your video brought tears to my eyes. Mr. Sinatra visited our camp in 1970 and your tribute to our brave men makes it my favorite till the day I die.
Love in Christ
Flight
Thank you for you service 🇺🇸
Jonathon Hills
God bless
UrsineMonster
@TP Lamarr my father served in the Vietnam war.
Erick and Baby Lianna
Thank you for your service and have a merry Christmas
TP Lamarr
Yes! In 1967 Nancy Sinatra came to our camp and dad was scheduled but his Manager protested loudly because he thought the younger generation wouldn’t dig him. He tried again in 1970 but this time was denied a visa because Nixon consider him a national treasure and would have sunk his political careers if he was killed. I meant in my original reply Ms. not Mr. Must be age.