Happy Xmas
John Lennon/Ono Yoko Lyrics
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(Happy Christmas Julian)
So this is Christmas
And what have you done?
Another year over
And a new one just begun
And so this is Christmas
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
And so this is Christmas (war is over)
For weak and for strong (if you want it)
The rich and the poor ones (war is over)
The road is so long (now)
And so Happy Christmas (war is over)
For black and for white (if you want it)
For yellow and red ones (war is over)
Let's stop all the fight (now)
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 (war is over)
And what have we done? (If you want it)
Another year over (war is over)
And a new one just begun (now)
And so Happy Christmas (war is over)
We hope you had fun (if you want it)
The near and the dear ones (war is over)
The old and the young (now)
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
Happy Christmas (Happy Christmas)
Happy Christmas (Happy Christmas)
Happy Christmas (Happy Christmas)
Happy Christmas
The lyrics to "Happy Xmas" by John Lennon are a reflection on the events of the past year and a hopeful outlook for the new year to come. The opening lines, "So this is Christmas, and what have you done? Another year over, and a new one just begun" are a reflective statement on the passage of time and the actions that have been taken in that time. The song then takes a hopeful turn, wishing for listeners to have fun with their loved ones during the holiday season.
The chorus of the song repeats the message of a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, evoking the traditional sentiments of the season. The verses continue with a message of unity and an end to war and fighting. The repeated phrase "War is over, if you want it" is a call to action for listeners to work towards peace in the world. The final repetition of "Happy Christmas" is a joyous celebratory message, urging listeners to embrace the happiness of the holiday season.
Overall, the song is a reflection on the year that has passed, a hopeful message for the year to come, and a call to action for listeners to work towards a peaceful future.
Line by Line Meaning
So this is Christmas
It's Christmas time now, and things are going to be different soon.
And what have you done?
At this time of reflection (about a new year), ask yourself what you've accomplished.
Another year over
The year is coming to a close.
And a new one just begun
A new year has just started, and it's a chance for a fresh start.
And so this is Christmas
It's the season of Christmas, let's have some enjoyment.
I hope you have fun
I wish that you have a joyous Christmas season with loved ones.
The near and the dear ones
Close family and friends.
The old and the young
Everyone, regardless of age, can enjoy Christmas.
Let's hope it's a good one
I wish that everyone will have a wonderful Christmas season.
Without any fear
Let's celebrate Christmas joyfully and without worry.
For weak and for strong (if you want it)
This Christmas can be a time of peace and goodwill for everyone, regardless of their strength or weakness, but only if we are willing to create it.
The rich and the poor ones (war is over)
We can stop wealthy and poor people from fighting, by stopping war.
The road is so long (now)
The journey towards stopping war will be challenging, but we must embark on it regardless.
For black and for white (if you want it)
Christmas should belong to everyone, no matter what your skin color is. Let's make it happen.
For yellow and red ones (war is over)
Just as we are including people of all skin colors, we must also consider those of all races and nationalities.
Let's stop all the fight (now)
We have to end fighting and violence to ensure peace on this Christmas.
And what have we done? (If you want it)
We might have missed the opportunity to make Christmas truly joyous by spreading peace and goodwill, but we can still make it happen.
We hope you had fun (if you want it)
I hope that this Christmas has been enjoyable so far, and I suggest that you join the mission of creating peace for everyone.
War is over, if you want it
If we believe in it enough, we can put an end to war and fighting.
Happy Christmas
Have a Merry Christmas!
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Winston Lennon, Yoko Ono
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@CarinaFragozo
This song always makes me cry.
@AllanMenezes
+Carina Fragozo omg this was the first song I remembered when i saw that your video was about "christmas carols" ( although this isn't a christmas carol, or is it?) , after I watched it I came here to listen this song and then you're here kaspkoasaoksopa
enfim, sou um grande fã do seu canal e do seu trabalho, espero não ter cometido nenhum erro haha :)
@1LuckySilver
+Carina Fragozo me too. everytime. so much misery. so sad
@CarinaFragozo
+Allan Menezes hahaha what a coincidence! Yeah, this is actually one of my favorite songs! But Camilo didn't know the lyrics, so we chose the ones he could sing :)
@CarinaFragozo
+Lucky Silver ;(
@alejandroblakes
+Carina Fragozo You should be happy to listen it.
@machintosh3008
As a kid, this is a great Christmas song.
But as an adult, this is one of the best anti-war songs ever written.
@lorijohnson2348
Absolutely. It has been 43 years since John’s murder, but he lives on in all our hearts forever. ❤
@user-ro1lh1xz6d
Facts to both of these comments
@rjr1880
Too bad the melody was copied from the song Stewball, recorded by several folk artists.