Happy Xmas
John Lennon/Yoko Ono/The Plastic Ono Band 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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@ArronP
they say. happy xmas kyoko, happy xmas Julian. Sean wasn't born, so John said his first sons name... kyoko was yokos daughter, idk the details, but something went wrong with kyokos father Tony Cox I believe is his name, he kept her away from yoko...I'm prob not right but it was something like that....hell John acknowledged kyoko as his daughter but he wasn't her father. I remember they went to court so kyoko could have some custody over her daughter....I think she was in bed with John and yoko during the bed in for peace...I'm guessing it was Montreal in 1969..
they did that in another part of the world in Amsterdam Holland..(again I'm prob not 100% on that) recently Sean said his nephew jack?!? well it have to be kyokos child cause Julian don't have kids. so idk who he's talking about..
like the song woman John says in the beginning I'm sure u all know this
for the other half of the sky
dedicated to yoko....yoko said that quote in a letter for the NYC parole board when MDC was up for parole. he's been denied at least 7 or 8 times...
@damti4444
The "Happy Crishtmas Julian" always gets me, he says it with such a sadness in his voice but also with much love. Forgetting the things he did, he loved his son more than everything in this world, even thought he had another kid with Yoko.
Yoko also loved her daughter a lot, she suffered when she were separated of her. In the "Happy Christmas Kyoko", you can feel how she missed her... Even John helped her to take her daughter for a day.
Despite Yoko was one of the reasons the Beatles separated, John loved her and as The Beatles said, all you need is love. We don't know if without Yoko, John wouldn't have divorced Cynthia but things happen because of something.
Thanks if you've read all this, have a great day/night. Peace and Love ✌☮️
@trimalchiolegien2687
It's around 50 Years now this message was sent.
How people still can hate each other, can't stand together as one, can't stop fighting each other.
So I say as like my idol:
WAR IS OVER
IF WE WANT IT
merry christmas from mankind
May our words be heard. 💙
Rest in peace John ☮
@barrackobama3631
The immortal snail made me fell in love with this song
@lexderp2766
Pablo
@marigoldss
pablo why are you even in a the beatles members music video?
@cousinbluey3166
Pablito
@mitochondria1674
Pablo
@icelacreyo1222
Where's Beluga?
@mundanechimp8969
as the snail slowing moves towards me I can only think about the relationships, the children and the friends I have made over my stay. as I look out seeing the collapsing sun travel towards the earth I can only hear this tune and think was it worth it.
@anthonyvu4692
I was looking for this comment lol
@pouncelygrin6699
death's embrace, cold yet comforting
@conkerlive101
I never understood this... The sun won't die for another 5 BILLION years. IF we don't blow ourselves up, humanity will easily be able move out of this solar system within the first million years. Dodging the explosion by 4999million years.