Raised in Velma, Oklahoma, Diffie worked in a foundry while playing local nightclubs in Oklahoma and moved to Nashville in 1986 to work for Gibson Guitar Corporation.
His first album arrived in 1990 when country music was thriving commercially and creatively. His first single, a sensitive traditional country ballad, Home, reached No. 1, although Diffie quickly counted on novelty hits to sustain his career. For instance, his other No. 1 hits are Pickup Man, Bigger Than the Beatles, Third Rock From the Sun and If the Devil Danced (In Empty Pockets). Toward the end of the 1990s, Diffie lost his chart momentum and left Epic Records following his 2001 album, In Another World. Subsequently, he toured with Mark Chesnutt and Tracy Lawrence on the Rockin' Roadhouse tour.
In 2013, Diffie collaborated with Aaron Tippin and Sammy Kershaw on the album All in the Same Boat, and cut the single "Girl Riding Shotgun" with D Thrash of the Jawga Boyz. This was followed in 2019 by a vinyl album called Joe, Joe, Joe Diffie.
Diffie passed away from complications of coronavirus (COVID-19) on March 29, 2020.
Wrap Me In Your Love
Joe Diffie Lyrics
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We just need the lights from the tree
The kids are in bed
Baby it's just you and me
Side by side, the fire is bright on this, oh so, blessed night
The gifts lying there
Cannot compare to the love you give
For as long as I live
Ribbons and bows could never show all that I want; you know
[Chorus]
I want to take you in my arms tonight
And keep the fire burning bright
'Cause if the best things in life are free
There's nothing you could buy for me
Your presence is enough
Wrap me in your love
Look into the night
There's a star in the sky that I see
It's come so far
To shine its light for you and me
As if it knows I'm holding you close, underneath the mistletoe
[Chorus]
Your presence is enough
Wrap me in your love
The song "Wrap Me In Your Love" by Joe Diffie is a perfect holiday ballad that portrays a simplistic approach to spending Christmas with loved ones. The lyrics are delicate and intimate, with the focus centering on the gentle moments two lovers share. The first verse depicts the mood of the song, with the couple turning off the lights and sitting close to the Christmas tree, hoping to bask in each other’s love. The magnificence of the tree doesn't matter at the moment, because they only need its peace and light to add to the magic they feel being in each other's presence. Then, the chorus comes in with lyrics, emphasizing the strong feelings the singer has for the woman. It's a Christmas song all about love and gratitude, with the couple coming together to appreciate the essence of their love.
The second verse continues with the romantic vibe, as the singer sees a star shining in the sky, representing the depth and warmth of their love. The lyrics are slow, melodic, and metaphorical, painting a picture of an emotional journey that leaves the listener feeling like love is all that we need. The chorus repeats the same lyrics, emphasizing that, for the singer, everything fades away in the presence of his loved one. It's a true love song that brings out the spirit of the holidays and the magnificence of human connections. Diffie's amazing voice singing these beautiful lyrics adds to the song's charm, making it a perfect addition to any Christmas playlist.
Line by Line Meaning
Turn out the lights
Let's turn off the other lights and keep the Christmas tree lights on
We just need the lights from the tree
The soft lights of the Christmas tree are enough for us to enjoy the moment
The kids are in bed
Our children are asleep and we can have some alone time now
Baby it's just you and me
It's only you and me on this special night
Side by side, the fire is bright on this, oh so, blessed night
We are sitting together, feeling blessed, and enjoying the warmth of the fire
The gifts lying there
The presents we gave each other are there around us
Cannot compare to the love you give
The materialistic gifts we gave each other are nothing in comparison to the love we share
Sealed with a kiss
We sealed our love with a kiss
For as long as I live
I want to be with you forever
Ribbons and bows could never show all that I want; you know
The ribbons and bows on your gift cannot convey the depth of my love for you
I want to take you in my arms tonight
I want to hold you tight tonight
And keep the fire burning bright
I want to keep our love alive and burning always
'Cause if the best things in life are free
The best things in life such as our love have no monetary value
There's nothing you could buy for me
There is nothing you could gift me that can compare to your presence and love
Your presence is enough
Your presence and love are all I need
Wrap me in your love
I want to be wrapped in your love always
Look into the night
Let's admire the beauty of the night sky
There's a star in the sky that I see
I see a star shining brightly in the sky
It's come so far
The star has traveled a great distance to shine for us
To shine its light for you and me
The star seems to be shining its light on us
As if it knows I'm holding you close, underneath the mistletoe
It feels like the star knows that we are standing under the mistletoe, holding each other close
Your presence is enough
Your presence and love are all I need
Wrap me in your love
I want to be wrapped in your love always
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: WYATT EASTERLING, STACEY "SLATE" EASTERLING
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jscountrygirl85_326
Agree the other commenter that this is a wonderful Christmas song that deserves to be more well known. Joe always gives a great emotional performance with a ballad, and this is no exception.
@sh9683
why doesn;t this have more views? it is an awesome christmas song
@SuperScoop00
I agree, the whole CD was fabulous even though this is my favourite song from the disc. His use of the strings was a great idea as well.