Happy Xmas
Jimmy Buffett (Holiday) Lyrics
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Another year over, a new one just begun.
And so this is Christmas, I hope you have fun,
The near and the dear ones, the old and the young.
A very merry Christmas and a happy New Year
Let's hope it's a good one without any fears.
And so this is Christmas for weak and for strong,
The rich and the poor ones, the road is so long.
And so happy Christmas for black and for white
For the yellow and red ones let's stop all the fights.
A very merry Christmas and a happy New Year
Let's hope it's a good one without any fear.
And so this is Christmas and what have we done
Another year over, a new one just begun.
And so happy Christmas we hope you have fun
The near and the dear ones, the old and the young.
A very merry Christmas and a happy New Year
Let's hope it's a good one without any fear.
War is over if you want it, war is over now.
In Jimmy Buffett's version of John Lennon and Yoko Ono's classic song "Happy Xmas (War is Over)," the singer reflects on the year that has passed and the hope for a peaceful future. The lyrics start by acknowledging that another year has passed and a new one has begun, prompting the listener to reflect on their own experiences over the past year. Buffett then wishes everyone a merry Christmas and a happy New Year, emphasizing the importance of having fun with loved ones, whether they are old or young.
The song's message of unity and peace is particularly powerful in the following lines, where Buffett acknowledges that Christmas is for "weak and for strong, the rich and the poor ones." He calls for an end to fighting, stating that Christmas should be a time for all races to come together. Throughout the song, Buffett emphasizes the importance of hope and a positive outlook, encouraging listeners to hope for a good year without any fears.
Overall, Jimmy Buffett's rendition of "Happy Xmas (War is Over)" is a call for unity, reflection, and hope. By emphasizing the importance of coming together and looking forward to a better future, the song reminds us of the true meaning of the holiday season.
Line by Line Meaning
So this is Christmas and what have you done,
It's Christmas time and we're reflecting on the past year, so what accomplishments or actions have you taken?
Another year over, a new one just begun.
Time flies and another year has passed, now a fresh start to a new year is here.
And so this is Christmas, I hope you have fun,
A joyous and festive season is here and I hope you enjoy it to the fullest.
The near and the dear ones, the old and the young.
It's a time to celebrate with loved ones, no matter their age or relation.
Let's hope it's a good one without any fears.
May this new year bring positive experiences and growth, without any worries or anxieties.
And so this is Christmas for weak and for strong,
Regardless of our strengths or weaknesses, Christmas is a time for all to celebrate.
The rich and the poor ones, the road is so long.
Whether wealthy or financially struggling, life can be challenging and unpredictable.
And so happy Christmas for black and for white
Christmas is a time to unite and celebrate regardless of race or ethnicity.
For the yellow and red ones let's stop all the fights.
We should strive for peace and togetherness, ending any conflicts or division that may exist.
And so happy Christmas we hope you have fun
Once again, we wish you a merry Christmas and hope you enjoy yourself.
And so this is Christmas and what have we done
We should also question what our society as a whole has accomplished in the past year.
War is over if you want it, war is over now.
The song concludes by suggesting that if we want peace and an end to war, we can make it happen - it's up to us.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: JOHN WINSTON LENNON, YOKO ONO
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@josephhenderson5800
Somewhere in heaven, Jimmy Buffett and John Lennon are performing this song in a duet
R.I.P. to Both
@AndrewBrown-tv9tl
RIP Jimmy and thank you for this awesome version!
@danielbuchanan7058
Merry Christmas. RIP Margarita Man❤❤
@patrickmichael3384
My FAV cover of Happy Xmas (best song Lennon EVER wrote) suddenly just got harder and harder for me to listen to this and every other Christmas after this. Miss ya, Jimmy. I always will.
@heidizumbrunnen7561