Silver
Frank Sinatra and Orchestra Lyrics


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Silver bells, silver bells,
It's Christmas time in the city.
Ring-a-ling, hear them ring,
Soon it will be Christmas day.

City sidewalks, busy sidewalks
Dressed in holiday style.
In the air there's
A feeling of Christmas.

Children laughing, people passing,
Meeting smile after smile,
And on every street corner you'll hear:

Silver bells, silver bells,
It's Christmas time in the city.
Ring-a-ling, hear them ring,
Soon it will be Christmas day.

Christmas makes you feel emotional
It may bring parties or thoughts devotional
Whatever happens or what may be,
Here is what Christmas time means to me.

Silver bells, silver bells,
It's Christmas time in the city.
Ring-a-ling, hear them ring,
Soon it will be Christmas day.





Soon it will be Christmas day.

Overall Meaning

The song SIlver Bells, originally performed by Bing Crosby, is a Christmas classic that has been sung by many artists including Frank Sinatra and Orchestra. The lyrics describe the joy of Christmas time in the city, with the sound of silver bells ringing and the feeling of holiday spirits in the air. The verse about city sidewalks dressed in holiday style conveys the sentiment of the city transformed into a festive wonderland.


The chorus sings about the sound of silver bells ringing, and the anticipation of Christmas day that is just around the corner. The lyrics reflect on the emotions that Christmas brings, whether it be parties or thoughts of devotion. The meaning of Christmas is subjective and personal to each individual, but the song Silver Bells reminds us of the joyousness of the season.


Line by Line Meaning

Silver bells, silver bells,
The bell's metallic sound, its tone so clear, a ringing sound that's all we can hear.


It's Christmas time in the city.
The season of cheer, where people rejoice, celebrating the birth of Jesus with one loud voice.


Ring-a-ling, hear them ring,
The chimes of bells, a joy to the ear, it's what Christmas sounds like, no need to fear.


Soon it will be Christmas day.
The most awaited moment, a day of gladness and glee, all hearts filled with excitement, soon it will be.


City sidewalks, busy sidewalks
The streets that are always alive, where people stroll, walk, and strive.


Dressed in holiday style.
Red and green, lights and bows, a festive atmosphere that nobody misses, it shows.


In the air there's
A feeling of Christmas, something we can't see, it's in our hearts and minds, in you and me.


A feeling of Christmas.
A sense of peace and joy, love and forgiveness, you're everyone's friend, no one is hopeless.


Children laughing, people passing,
The sound of laughter, spreading far and wide, happy people everywhere, walking side by side.


Meeting smile after smile,
People greeting each other, through the warmth of a smile, forgetting their worries for a moment, just for a while.


And on every street corner you'll hear:
The sound of the bells, jingling and ringing, in every corner of the city, people are singing.


Christmas makes you feel emotional
The season of togetherness, a time of love and cheer, it's hard not to feel emotional, with everyone so near.


It may bring parties or thoughts devotional
A mix of merriment and deep reflection, with parties and gatherings, and moments of introspection.


Whatever happens or what may be,
No matter what life brings, happy or blue, Christmas is a time of hope and love, just for you.


Here is what Christmas time means to me.
The spirit of giving, the joy of sharing, a season of love, that's worth rearing.




Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ray Evans, Jay Livingston

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