The Twelve Days of Christmas
John Donnelly & Sons Lyrics


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I'm not so sure what I want
Ain't got no particular thought
'Cause I got all I wished for this Christmas

So baby
You can tell Mr. Claus "No, thank you"
He can pack up his sleigh and his reindeer
Don't you know when you're here that is all I want
'Cause you are all

I want this Christmas
You are all
I want forever
Just say, just say
"I'll always love you this way"
And baby, baby
It'll be just like Christmas every day

Hey, yeah (Christmas every day)
Like Christmas every day
Oh, yeah (Christmas every day)

Uh

Checked off my wish list I'm done
This feeling is second to none
'Cause I can't think of nothing I want

But you baby
By the Christmas tree, let us just hang there
Be the star, be the magic in the air
Don't you know when you're here that is all I want
'Cause you are all

I want this Christmas
Yes you are all
I want forever
Just say, just say
"I'll always love you this way"
And baby, baby
It'll be just like Christmas every day

Baby you're all that I need
So under the tree
I don't want a thing
'Cause with you it's Christmas every day

I want this Christmas
You are all
I want forever

And everyday is Christmas
Just say, just say
"I'll always love you this way"
And baby, baby, baby
It'll be just like Christmas every day





Just like Christmas every day

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to John Donnelly & Sons' song "Twelve Days of Christmas" convey a sense of contentment and fulfillment during the Christmas season. The singer expresses uncertainty about their desires, stating they don't have any specific thoughts or wants. However, they acknowledge that they have received everything they wished for this Christmas, indicating that they are satisfied with their current situation.


The singer addresses their partner, suggesting that they can reject the traditional gifts from Santa Claus, such as his sleigh and reindeer. The presence of their partner is all they desire, emphasizing that their significant other is the most important aspect of the holiday season. They declare that their partner is all they want, expressing love and adoration.


The repeated chorus further emphasizes the importance of the singer's partner. They assert that their partner is all they want not just this Christmas, but forever. They ask their partner to continuously affirm their love, stating "I'll always love you this way." The singer envisions a future where every day feels like Christmas, filled with love and joy.


The bridge section of the song emphasizes the singer's completion and satisfaction. They state that everything on their wish list has been checked off, making them feel content and fulfilled. They highlight that they cannot think of anything else they want except for their partner.


The chorus is repeated once more, underscoring the importance of the singer's partner and their desire for a love that fills every day with the joy and warmth of Christmas. The lyrics celebrate the idea that with their partner, every day can be as magical and special as Christmas. Ultimately, the song portrays a deep and enduring love that brings joy and happiness throughout the year.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm not so sure what I want
I am uncertain about my desires


Ain't got no particular thought
I don't have a specific idea in mind


'Cause I got all I wished for this Christmas
Because I have obtained everything I desired for this Christmas


So baby
My dear


You can tell Mr. Claus 'No, thank you'
You can kindly reject Mr. Claus' offerings


He can pack up his sleigh and his reindeer
He can gather his sleigh and reindeer and leave


Don't you know when you're here that is all I want
Do you not realize that all I desire is your presence?


'Cause you are all
Because you are everything


I want this Christmas
I desire this Christmas to include you


You are all
You encompass everything


I want forever
I desire an eternal bond with you


Just say, just say
Simply express, simply express


"I'll always love you this way"
"I will always love you in this manner"


And baby, baby
And darling, darling


It'll be just like Christmas every day
It will resemble Christmas every single day


Hey, yeah (Christmas every day)
Oh, yes (Christmas every day)


Like Christmas every day
Similar to Christmas every day


Oh, yeah (Christmas every day)
Oh, yes (Christmas every day)


Uh
An expression of affirmation or agreement


Checked off my wish list I'm done
I have fulfilled my wish list, I am finished


This feeling is second to none
This emotion is incomparable


'Cause I can't think of nothing I want
Because I cannot think of anything else I desire


But you baby
Except for you, my dear


By the Christmas tree, let us just hang there
Next to the Christmas tree, let us simply remain


Be the star, be the magic in the air
Be the guiding light, be the enchantment in the atmosphere


Don't you know when you're here that is all I want
Do you not realize that all I desire is your presence?


'Cause you are all
Because you are everything


I want this Christmas
I desire this Christmas to include you


Yes you are all
Indeed, you encompass everything


I want forever
I desire an eternal bond with you


Just say, just say
Simply express, simply express


"I'll always love you this way"
"I will always love you in this manner"


And baby, baby
And darling, darling


It'll be just like Christmas every day
It will resemble Christmas every single day


Baby you're all that I need
Darling, you are everything I require


So under the tree
Therefore, beneath the tree


I don't want a thing
I do not desire anything


'Cause with you it's Christmas every day
Because with you, every day feels like Christmas


And everyday is Christmas
And every day is like Christmas


Just say, just say
Simply express, simply express


"I'll always love you this way"
"I will always love you in this manner"


And baby, baby, baby
And darling, darling, darling


It'll be just like Christmas every day
It will resemble Christmas every single day


Just like Christmas every day
Similar to Christmas every day




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Written by: Charbel Ghanime, Matthew Clanton

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