Happy Xmas
Jo Lemaire New York Stage Orchestra & Choir Lyrics


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So this is Christmas and what have you done
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
For rich and poor ones, the road is so long

And so happy Christmas for black and for white
For 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

Overall Meaning

The song "Happy Xmas" by Jo Lemaire New York Stage Orchestra & Choir is a classic Christmas song with a strong message of hope and peace. The lyrics acknowledge the passing of another year while also looking forward to the new one that is to come. The opening lines, "So this is Christmas and what have you done, Another year over, a new one just begun," invite the listener to reflect on what they have accomplished in the past year and what they hope to achieve in the new year.


The second verse speaks to the idea that Christmas is a time for everyone, regardless of their status or background - "And so Christmas is for weak and for strong, for rich and poor ones, the road is so long, And so happy Christmas for black and for white, For yellow and red ones let's stop all the fights." The lines that follow are a hopeful wish for peace - "A very merry Christmas and a happy New Year, Let's hope it's a good one without any fear."


The final verse includes the phrase "War is over if you want it, war is over now," which is a reference to John Lennon and Yoko Ono's 1969 campaign for peace, which used the slogan "War Is Over! (If You Want It)." This line serves as a reminder that peace is possible, even in the midst of conflict, if we work toward it intentionally.


Line by Line Meaning

So this is Christmas and what have you done
It's Christmas time and we reflect on our achievements over the past year.


Another year over, a new one just begun
The previous year has ended and a new year is about to begin.


And so this is Christmas, I hope you have fun
Merry Christmas, enjoy the season and cherish the memories with loved ones.


The near and the dear ones, the old and the young
Family and friends, young and old, are important parts of our lives during the holiday season.


Let's hope it's a good one without any fears
Here's to hoping the coming year is a good one, free from all worries and anxiety.


And so this is Christmas for weak and for strong
Christmas is a time for everyone, no matter their social status, to come together and celebrate.


For rich and poor ones, the road is so long
The road ahead is long, regardless of whether one is rich or poor.


And so happy Christmas for black and for white
Merry Christmas to all, regardless of race or ethnicity.


For yellow and red ones let's stop all the fights
Let's put an end to racial conflicts and come together to celebrate the season of peace and harmony.


And so this is Christmas and what have we done
As we celebrate Christmas, we reflect on what we have accomplished as a community.


Another year over, a new one just begun
The previous year has ended and a new one full of opportunities is starting.


And so happy Christmas we hope you have fun
Wishing everyone a joyous and exciting Christmas season.


A very merry Christmas and a happy New Year
May your Christmas and New Year be filled with happiness, joy and love.


Let's hope it's a good one without any fear
Let's all hope for a year filled with positivity and devoid of fear.


War is over if you want it, war is over now
It is possible to put an end to wars and conflicts if we all work together for the greater good.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Winston Lennon, Yoko Ono

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