Happy Xmas
John Lennon The Harlem Community Choir The Plastic Ono Band Yoko Ono 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 one
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
For weak and for strong
For rich and the poor ones
The world is so wrong
And so happy Christmas
For black and for white
For yellow and red ones
Let's stop all the fight
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 one
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
Happy Christmas
The song "Happy Xmas" by John Lennon is an optimistic Christmas song that reflects on the year gone by and hopes for a better future. Addressing both weak and strong, rich and poor, black and white, young and old, the song expresses Lennon's wish for peace on earth and an end to war. The opening lines, "So this is Christmas, and what have you done, another year over, and a new one just begun," can be interpreted as a reflection on the events of the past year, urging people to consider what they have accomplished and what they could do better.
Lennon seems to be calling for unity, asking people to put aside their differences and focus on what unites them, rather than what divides them. The verses speak directly to different groups of people, acknowledging their struggles and challenges, while also calling on everyone to work towards creating a more peaceful world. The chorus proclaims, "A very Merry Christmas, and a happy new year, let's hope it's a good one, without any fear," creating a sense of hope and positivity that perfectly captures the spirit of the holiday season.
Overall, "Happy Xmas" is a powerful message of hope, unity, and peace from one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Although the song was released over 40 years ago, its message remains as relevant as ever and reminds us that the Christmas season is not just about gifts and celebration but also about coming together as a global community to work towards a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
(Happy Christmas Kyoko)
Wishing Kyoko a happy Christmas
(Happy Christmas Julian)
Wishing Julian a happy Christmas
So this is Christmas
Acknowledging that it's Christmas time
And what have you done
Reflecting on what has been accomplished over the past year
Another year over
Recognizing that a year has ended
And a new one just begun
Looking forward to a new year full of possibilities
And so this is Christmas
Repeating acknowledgment on the spirit of Christmas
I hope you have fun
Wishing everyone a good time
The near and the dear one
Thinking of those who are near and dear
The old and the young
Including both the elderly and the youth
A very Merry Christmas
Wishing everyone a joyous holiday
And a happy new year
Wishing everyone a happy new year
Let's hope it's a good one
Expressing optimism for the upcoming year
Without any fear
With hope and courage, looking forward without any anxiety
For weak and for strong
Inclusive of both the strong and the weak
For rich and the poor ones
For individuals who are financially well-off and those who are not
The world is so wrong
Acknowledging that there are issues and injustices in the world
For black and for white
Inclusive of individual from different races
For yellow and red ones
Inclusive of individuals from different races
Let's stop all the fight
Advocating for peace and an end to conflict
And what have we done
Reflecting on what has been accomplished by all of humanity over the past year
War is over, if you want it
Noting that war can end if there is a collective desire for peace
War is over now
Reiterating the message that war can come to an end
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.