I'll Be Home for Christmas
Glee; Lea Michele Lyrics

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I'm dreaming tonight of a place I love
Even more than I usually do
And although I know I
Its a long road back I promise you

I'll be home for Christmas
You can count on me
Please have snow and mistletoe

And presents under the tree

Christmas eve will find me
Where the love light gleams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams

Please have snow and mistletoe
And presents under the tree

Christmas eve will find me
Where the love light gleams

I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams

Overall Meaning

Lea Michele's rendition of "I'll Be Home for Christmas" is a beautiful and heartfelt performance that captures the essence of the holiday season. The song was written during World War II, and it speaks to the longing for home and family that many soldiers felt during the holiday season. In this song, Michele sings about her own desire to be home for Christmas, even though she knows it's a long journey.

The lyrics begin with Michele dreaming about a place she loves, even more than usual. She acknowledges that it's a long road back but promises to be home for Christmas. The chorus then repeats the sentiment that she will be home for Christmas, and she asks for snow, mistletoe, and presents under the tree. She concludes the song by saying that even if she can't physically be home for Christmas, she'll still be there in her dreams.

The song's message resonates with anyone who has had to spend the holidays away from loved ones, whether they be soldiers or civilians. Its emotional impact has made it a beloved classic for decades, and Lea Michele's version is a beautiful addition to that legacy.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm dreaming tonight of a place I love
I'm lost in thoughts about my beloved home

Even more than I usually do
My longing for home is stronger than ever before

And although I know I
Despite my awareness that

Its a long road back I promise you
It will take a while, but I assure you that I'll return

I'll be home for Christmas
I'll be back with my family for Christmas

You can count on me
You can trust me to keep my word

Please have snow and mistletoe
I hope my family enjoys the snowy weather and decorations

And presents under the tree
I hope there are gifts to be exchanged on Christmas day

Christmas eve will find me
I'll be spending Christmas Eve

Where the love light gleams
In a place filled with love and warmth

If only in my dreams
Even if I can't physically be there, I'll be there in spirit