I'll Be Home For Christmas
JoshGroban Lyrics

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And presents on the tree
Christmas Eve will find you
With a love like me
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams

Christmas Eve will find me
With a love like glee
I'll be home for Christmas

If only in my dreams
If only in my dreams

Overall Meaning

The song "I'll Be Home For Christmas" by Josh Groban is a heartfelt and hauntingly beautiful song that reminisces the nostalgic feeling of home during the holiday season. The lyrics are a declaration of the promise that the singer will somehow make it back home in time for Christmas, no matter how long the journey may be. The first few verses reveal the singer's deep longing and yearning for their beloved home. Despite the distance, the singer promises to make it back to their loved ones, even if it's only in their dreams. The lyrics are crafted in a way that invokes an emotional response, making it a classic Christmas tune that brings warmth and comfort during the festive season. This song has stood the test of time and has been covered by various artists, but Josh Groban's version remains a favourite among many.

Line by Line Meaning

I am dreaming tonight of a place I love
My thoughts are enveloped by a place I hold dear in my heart

Even more than I usually do
My love for that place is stronger than it normally is

And although I know it's a long road back,
Despite recognizing that the journey back is a lengthy one,

I promise you
I assure you

I'll be home for Christmas
I will be present at home for Christmas

You can count on me
You can trust me

Please have snow and mistletoe
I implore you to have snow and mistletoe

And presents on the tree
And to adorn the tree with presents

Christmas Eve will find you
On Christmas Eve, you will be discovered

With a love like me
Possessing a heart full of love like mine

I'll be home for Christmas
I will be present at home for Christmas

If only in my dreams
Even if only in my nightly fantasies

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., CARLIN AMERICA INC
Written by: BUCK RAM, KIM GANNON, WALTER KENT

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@darylwesmin3147

3y↑4

I am dreaming tonight of a place I love
Even more than I usually do
And although I know it's a long road back,
I promise you
I'll be home for Christmas
You can count on me
Please have snow and mistletoe
And presents on the tree
Christmas Eve will find you
With a love like me
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
Christmas Eve will find me
With a love like glee
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
If only in my dreams

@susan3579

20w

I am dreaming tonight of a place I love
Even more than I usually do
And although I know it's a long road back
I promise you

I'll be home for Christmas
You can count on me
Please have snow and mistletoe
And presents on the tree

Christmas Eve will find you
Where the love light gleams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams

Christmas Eve will find me
Where the love light gleams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams

If only in my dreams

All comments from YouTube:

@baapjr1969

3y↑94

After all these years I am thankful for being one of the Soldier’s voices on this song. God bless our military.

@aterrabona2960

3y↑6

Tha's amazing!
¡Que bonito!
Saludos desde Nicaragua. Merry Christmas!

@baapjr1969

3y↑6

@A TErrabona Muchas gracias, se lo agradezco mucho. ¡Feliz Navidad desde Colorado Springs, Colorado!

@StoneBrosFilms

1y↑7

Thank you for your service❤

@Grace-ey8nr

1y↑6

That’s amazing! Which one are you? Thank you for your service! ❤

@jimbojamesIV

gross

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@yajourdan

4y↑163

I am a military wife, and my husband has been deployed for years. This song makes me cry and touches my heart.

@calwianka

3y↑7

You're not the only one.

@apricotandwesternrailroad5662

3y↑3

I was a son of Air Force, and Army, and your not alone, God bless us everyone.

@georgiaherrera3857

3y↑3

God Bless you and your family!

@edransable

3y↑5

Bless you and all military families. I am so grateful for their service and for your support. Praying for all of you.

@mikhailabunidal9146

2y↑1

@OCASO MEDIA we all cry

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@juliegleed81

6y↑111

This man's voice is like an angel.

@julian6422

00l

@julian6422

@faithlally5098

20w

Agreed!!

@richardramos1646

19w↑1

Such a beautiful song! It helps bring back memories of my loved ones who are in Heaven and won't be here for Christmas. It's been a hard year for my family, we lost 3 members in the last 13 months. Although it brought some tears to my eyes, I'm so thankful for all the wonderful memories this song brought up❤

@imblackstar

1y↑3

As a military member serving overseas currently, this hit hard. Dang it

@guyfromct6987

2y↑34

I wish that Josh would update the song every year with the voices of current hero soldiers that are deployed and unable to make it home for the holidays.

@andrewsstation6436

1y↑3

That would be a wonderful idea! We must continue to think of the soldiers and all others who cannot be home with their families for Christmas.

@sandragonzalez5618

1y↑1

Yes please

@woollychickencrafts

1y↑1

what a lovely idea

@pinkso5035

5y↑39

Best version of this song. Josh took this song to another level. Awesome.💕

@dastemplar9681

4y↑7

Not to mention having those messages from those who spend this special time of the year overseas away from home and family. God bless every single one of them. Nothing hurts them more than to see their children grow up from so far away, or celebrate Christmas with them only by a single phone call.

@GianlucaBerger

3y↑1

The only one that gives me goosebumps. It’s so good

@NatalieColtrin

28w↑2

I have 2 siblings that will be gone this Christmas. This amazing song really hits home.

@johnwardell9530

20w

Very beautiful, josh. Thank you so much for making this beautiful song even better Prairie God bless our troops. God Bless America. God bless freedom

@geetasheogobind310

19w↑1

I cry every time I hear this sing....all versions of it....people in the military sacrifice so much for their careers and country.....God bless you all and your families

@peytonmckean5581

3y↑6

Christmas is not just about gifts. Christmas is about being with family we ❤️

@andrewsstation6436

1y↑1

And celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

@ftmillguy

6y↑50

This song came out during WW2 . My Mom told me how it made her feel each Christmas my Dad was gone . Can't help but think of them together on their first Christmas after he returned home . This is one of the most touching versions of this song . As always Josh is the best !

@121pink

4y↑4

ftmillguy this is probably an odd response as your original comment was made over two years ago, and it is also currently June, which is not a normal time it be listening to Christmas music... but regardless, I have a fact! This song was actually released during the interwar period, but it was not successful at all. It was then re released during WWII and became an instant success because it was so incredibly relevant and relatable for so many families.

@calwianka

2y↑1

@Alyssa thanks for your comments. God bless you.

@mikhailabunidal9146

2y↑2

the one who originally sanged it was the late Bing Crosby

@tenor_check

6y↑26

This album is Christmas to me and my family. It's just not Christmas without it.

@ibhienkeliat

3y↑67

Merry Christmas everyone. Even though this pandemic, Christmas is always in our hearts. (03 Nov 2020)

@harrison1743

3y↑2

And the marriest of Christmas to you and a far better new year

@clementborioli1244

3y↑2

Blessings For thé holidays to all stay safe and all thé best for thé up coming year 2021

@bethwitrogen7091

3y↑2

Bless you thank you XO

@jhawk3547

3y↑1

Right back at you Brother! Be safe and well!

@lynnbright3068

1y↑3

I am a huge Elvis fan but the way Josh Groban sings it takes it to an entire different level !

@lynnbright3068

22w↑1

I agree with you . I am a true Elvis fan but even Elvis can't sing this one like Josh Groban does .

@carmencolon2394

5y↑12

I have just listened to a simply divine rendition of this classic. Thank you Mr. Groban!

@mariehernandez6929

3y↑12

I love you too Josh for a singer, a person and most of all a man whose voice can comfort one who is feeling down. Don't stop singing, especially my favorite song from The Polar Express.

@andrewsstation6436

2y↑5

It’s so sad so many people were not home for Christmas this year. The people talking in this song make me want to cry, knowing they cannot be with their families in person. I’m very sure it’s horrible for both parties.

@julieannmaloney7187

3y↑9

I had this CD and i would listen to it every 🎄 Christmas as my Dad was dying from Cancer and my mother was very sick and dying they both lived in an Assisted living facility I cried every 🎄 Christmas listeing to this Beautiful song.Both my parents have since passed and now I listen to this song in rememberance of my Oldest Brother Dr Desmond Nunan who died of a Brain annyuerism so now I listen to this song remembering all of my 👪 I 💘 you Mom And Dad and Desmond my brother God Bless all of our Military Thank you for your service my Dad was in the military also This is BEAUTIFUL AND AMAZING SONG

@heatherratliff1813

18w

So sorry for the loss of your family. I miss my mom, dad, and sister too who have passed. ❤️🥺

@rosieramosmisa4729

3y↑7

Christmas 🎄🎁🎅🤶 is by far my favorite holiday of all time🥰🎁 I love this song so touchy

@sakurabersemi6310

4y↑16

Voice of an angel❤

@Jon-zf3dq

2y↑3

Amazing rendition

@edmundsmith4358

3y↑2

As a US vet being stationed over seas and being away from my wife for our first Christmas , this song brings back my sadness of that day .

@horrormetaldoll3191

5y↑15

Here in October!!! Balls like a baby!!!!! 63 days til Christmas then we make our way into 2020!!!! Let's hope another year goes by fast again!!!!! Thinking of all families, friends and troops nation wide and around the world!!!! Safe travel back home safe and sound to us!!!!! If I'm not back here in December #MerryChristmas everyone!!!! All the best from a Bostonian

@elinordash7988

3y↑4

I'm here from the future, and I have bad news. 2020 will not go quickly. :(

@klynhall6315

2y↑1

This is a wonderful rendition of a Christmas standard and the wishes expressed around the song by people far from home is heart warming.

@jillferns333

2y↑1

Love josh's voice

@Jessie_Helms

7y↑16

I love this version so much.
You're a truly talented man.

@asitaamerasinghe2315

3y↑1

Wow!
So moving and so beautifully sung ❤️
Loved the accompanying music too.

@Aaronholland2000

2y↑1

I’m a soon to be Navy Sailor. A wife and a mother. So this song hits harder. Also I have a brother who is in the Navy right now

@christinajose4040

2y↑1

What a beautiful and touching song! I love Josh Groban’s music.

@lauriebromberg3880

2y↑1

Thank you all for your service Merry Christmas from western Canada province of Alberta. ♥️🇨🇦🇨🇦

@akawhippy

3y↑3

Now this song has a whole different meaning now because of the pandemic. We will miss celebrating Christmas together with family and friends like we used to.

@Evanovich11

3y↑2

Nah; I haven’t seen my family in 8 months after I graduate airborne school this week I’m flying home. Nothing is going to stop me from seeing them this Christmas.

@TheCanto777

3y↑2

No doubt, the best version of I'll be home for xmas ever, thanks Josh groban for getting this to my heart !

@frankmccarthy8697

7y↑54

I have this CD in my car but I can't listen to this track because it always makes me tear up and it's hard to drive. I have a soft spot for our deployed troops.

@dantelui

2y↑1

I agree frank McCarthy I had an uncle who unfortunately passed away in the hospital

@darylwesmin3147

3y↑4

@crazy4mickey

7y↑17

What a nice surprise! I love listening to your Christmas Noel album every year. Thank you so much. I adore you and love you. Merry Christmas Josh.

@Your_favoritecarlos

2y↑1

Same with me this is really beautiful song

@kadkd6806

3y↑1

Beautiful voice, beautiful song.👌❤🌹

@troymendoza525

1y↑1

people who worked or served in different branches of the military or worked in harsh or long job conditions, being far from their families for Christmas and always thought of going home for Christmas is the embodiment of this song. Thanks to all who served and to protect this country.

@jasonaldridge1278

6y↑5

Beautiful version of this classic.God bless and protect our troops and their families!Thank you Josh Groban for letting families say something to loved ones overseas!

@Joesmediacabinet

1y↑1

I listen to this version of this song every year, this version is my favorite.

@ceciliasolis8632

6y↑5

I absolutely love all these talented artists C= one of my favorite holidays songs

@joandunn864

3y↑5

This song will be the Christmas song for so many who cannot come home because of Covid19 including myself I have not seen my son since last year and will not for Christmas this year but he will be with me in my heart and dreams Merry Christmas to everyone let's hope the next one will be a much better one and no more tears and a lot less heartache for the world

@krissyjewell8510

3y↑1

This song always makes me cry. Especially now, seeing how much I miss my grandmother. I love this song. It is so beautiful.

@robbiewiley2441

2y↑1

It's so beautiful

@joshuasegundo9810

22w

I never knew josh groban sang this song on his album.... beautiful song and beautiful voice ❤

@christopherwesterberg8555

2y↑1

I remember having the Josh Groban Noel CD with this Version. I love hearing The Troops Calls from Baghdad, Iraq and Afghanistan

@piscessmith4785

2y↑1

Beautiful ❤️

@susan3579

20w

@mariehernandez6929

3y↑2

I love this version where hear those who are not able to be with their loved ones, especially from the military. GOD BLESS OUR MEN WOMEN who to stay back and keep up with the fight. I'm proud of all you. GOD BLESS THE U.S.A.

@pamagee2011

3y↑1

Ah, the whole song. Very very nice. If you ever wore the uniform, this song speaks to you.

@mariehernandez6929

3y↑3

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I HOPE WE ALL STILL ARE TO HAVE MORE THANKSGIVING

@apricotandwesternrailroad5662

4y↑8

I really love this music, my Dad was in the Air Force from 2001 to 2005, but he didn't go off to war, and the same thing he went in the Army, he told me the reason why he didn't go, he thinks that God doesn't want Dad to go to war, I believe he want my Dad to stay, because we want him around with us, and I'm glad God spared his life, and he never got back in the military ever again.

@asmr4everyone139

2y↑2

Long live your Dad! Greetings from Russia! Merry Christmas!

@apricotandwesternrailroad5662

2y↑2

@ASMR4Everyone And you as well! Greetings from United States of America! Merry Christmas to all and to all a goodnight!

@RobertSJHu

Aloha Josh Groban !!!! Love your awesome version of " I'll Be Home For Christmas." God gave you your divine voice !!!!! Thank you so very much !!!!
I thank Him you were born !!!! Your songs on hope, love, and living has blessed and even extended my life span !!!! Robert S.J. Hu Nov. 15, 2020.

@RobertSJHu

Yes, I am 78 years old !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I thank God each and every single day . Robert S.J. Hu Nov. 15, 2020.

@kaitlynamira3916

4y↑10

Beginning always makes me tear up

@dianndefrank4114

7y↑4

Magnificent!

@mikhailabunidal9146

2y↑4

En memoria a esos que nunca pudieron regresar a casa a sus seres queridos en cual estuvieron esperando por ellos 😭
الى ذكرى من هدول إنهن رجعوش (ما رجعو ) عالبيت لحبايبهن اللي كانو مستنينهن 😭
in memory of those that never came back home to their loved ones who were waiting for them 😭

@almagrata

4y↑3

Through the intercession of St. Brás, God save you from the evils of the throat and voice, as well as any other disease of the voice. You are an poetry beautiful!..

@susangilligan8350

21w

I love his Christmas songs I agree with you he should

@rosinaangela1770

6y↑7

i love this song really😂

@sethbjorkman9595

Best one from Groban in the park

@dodgedude9087

4y↑1

Hearing the service men and women speaking always makes the waterworks run for me. Reminds me of when one of my best friends was deployed to the Middle East years ago and he wasn’t home for Christmas

@neshkavirdure8289

7y↑21

😃😃😃😊😊😊 Just Beautiful Singing + Music😊😊😊😊!!!! Thank You So Much for Posting All This Most Beautiful Music😃😃😃😊😊😊!!!!

@cynthiastr9

6y↑2

💗🌿😘🎄🍃💚🎨

@dragon_turtle

Merry Christmas, and God bless everyone. ❤️🎄⭐

@mkl62

This Christmas Classic from Josh Groban was the 786th #1 song on Billboard's Adult Contemporary charts. It was the last #1 AC song of 2007 and the first one of 2008. We say goodbye to 2007 and welcome in 2008. What will the AC scene be like in the new year? Stay tuned.

@jaquelinefirmino2074

👏🌟👼🌌🍀JOSH GROBAN, O SEU DOM ENCANTADOR, A SUA MARAVILHOSA VOZ LAPIDANDO DIVINAMENTE POESIAS MUSICALIZADAS E A SUA ESSÊNCIA D LINDA ÁUREA SILENCIAM DORES GRITANTES. AGRADEÇO A VOCÊ D CORAÇÃO COM MUITA VERDADE SINCERA EM NOME D TODAS AS PESSOAS QUE APRECIAM ASSIM COMO EU ARTES SAUDÁVEIS QUE MAIS PARECEM MILAGRES🙏🇧🇷 Jaqueline Santos👼🍀💫.

@inomrasmith

20w

Okay so totally Random. But the first time i heard this rendition was in highschool (2015?) I had started playing Skyrim for the first time,was able to open one gift early and it was that. I had the radio on the Christmas station*because i always liked Christmas music and Christmas was literally a day or two away* and this song came on and completely blew me away. Mixed with exploring the snowy terrains of the throat of the world, that was truly the last moment i felt that Christmas magic...matter of fact im pretty sure that was our last Christmas as a family

@avisswope6495

2y↑1

REMEMBERING OUR MILITARY MEN IN 2021 WHO ARE AWAY FROM FAMILIES THIS CHRISTMAS 2021 MAY GOD BLESS & KEEP YOU SAFE WHERE EVER YOU ARE STATIONED IN THE WORLD MUCH LOVE & SALUTE!!!!!!! .

@leonahawker7977

Ive been in the military and married a man in the service. My husband was deployed over christmas. And i was9 months pregnant i understand what this song is all about

@kimberlyjohnston

20w↑1

❤ to the friends & families who are going to celebrate the holidays & America's Game: Army v Navy . 🇺🇸 💪 🎄. Happy Holidays Military Family.

@pedrojuandejesuscolon8605

5y↑11

This song make me cry too. I remember my family, my mother, father, brothers and sisters. Uff beatiful,,

@sherryb6552

2y↑1

God Bless all those servicing in the military. ❤😭😭😭

@ibhienkeliat

7y↑74

This version make me cry.. I'll Be Home for Christmas. I wish my dad will be home, but he can't, because he is in the Heaven. :(

@rosinaangela1770

6y↑7

lets pray for them in heaven

@Bullard6311

5y↑6

I know that it's late, but I'm truly sorry for your loss.

@eddievastag7818

5y↑2

mine too bud. :( and my mom...

@jamalmatthewladia8834

4y↑2

My grandmother died a month ag

@apricotandwesternrailroad5662

4y↑2

As long he is in peace.

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@stephenhagen234

Someone I can/need/want to stay close to no matter where I am or who I am separated from by time and distance. That someone is JESUS! I can always experience His loving presence as He has promised "I am with you always, even to the end of the age." (Matthew 28:20 NASB 1977). He has given me an earthly family and family of the faith, but HE IS THE BEST! I love you, Lord!

@androidPacifista

3y↑2

Its time to yearly crying again after this song.

@GianlucaBerger

3y↑1

Bruh I'm bawling in tears the melody is so beautiful

@hildamolina2817

7y↑8

You are amazing,Merry Christmas....

@jamesblair2338

5y↑7

Please remember our soldiers who won't be home with their family this Christmas

@nuryantinilegimin7429

4y↑2

Aku ingin menangis mendengarkan lagu ini

@becausehelivees4672

4y↑11

who's here in september looking forward for christmas.. with all the trouble there is now in this world, we can look ahead with hope..

@mikhailabunidal9146

2y↑1

I'm here a month before Christmas 2021

@tctyt

4y↑3

This hit way more darker if one wasnt able to come back...

@WWJD8877

3y↑3

Yep...

@isaacpedroza1210

6y↑5

In 4 Years I’ll Be Coming Home To See My Cousins And I Haven’t Seen Them In A Long Time Yeah It’s Probably Gonna Be Emotional For Them So Yeah Good Luck For me

@jonathanr9619

6y↑36

You just had to put recordings of soldiers wishing merry Christmas over seas. tears

@WWJD8877

IK!!

@GianlucaBerger

Bruh I feel so weird but I'm bawling. I've never heard such a fantastic version of this song

@lynnbright3068

This is such an amazing song by Josh Groban. He has such an amazing voice.

@checkerzzzgaminghi6523

5y↑14

To all those stuck in Iran in America I am wishing all our Solders Navy ARMY National Guard may each day we remove the terrorist in the United States Than you for your service

@historygeek0018

3y↑3

I don't mean any disrespect, but you forgot the U.S. Marine Corps.

@danielicalistro5256

💜💜💜

@Fire_MaXx

3y↑1

Marry Christmas Josh.

@lorirodriguez2388

3y↑2

My mom is in jail she robbed the bank I miss her around Christmas time this song brings me into tears I hate being sad because of my mom making that mistake I blame my self for crying all the time I have been crying for a verry long time but can anybody hear my cries for help from depression or sadness she will not be home for Christmas until 3 more years

@rebeccafrost5542

3y↑3

Merry Christmas 2020. Your mother is still worthy as a human. She made a bad decision. Maybe she needed money. So don't be depressed. Nothing last forever. Your mom will be free. And you two will have a new opportunities to bond and grow in love. For now you should be focusing on your life's goals.👼 Get psychological help with your pain.

@lorirodriguez2388

Thanks for the comfort I need it ounce and a while crying I am sorry

@andrewsstation6436

I definitely will pray for you both. I’m terribly sorry for what you and your mom are going through, but I do hope that you can both find peace with Jesus Christ because He (along with professional help) can help too!

@fimasinurat4134

7y↑3

Christian Indonesian loves ur songs very much Josh

@Wildcat5181

Merry Christmas Indonesian friend.

@Jessie_Helms

7y↑2

So question for your team;
I'm not a professional, so I don't know, but would it not be better to release these earlier in the day for Americans & Euros, & maybe do them staggered every few minutes, instead of dumping them all at once late?
This is genuine curiosity, as if it makes sense to y'all, maybe I'm not using the right frame of mind.

@cucnguyen5010

6y↑2

You are my sweet favorite Artist in my life you know ?

@johnfleff

This "Great" song can be played in the keys of “Bb ” on your “EastTop Harmonica” ... Go ahead and play along.
Eli: "King of Rock & Roll Harmonica".

@isaacpedroza1210

Josh Groban.. Noel ‘I’ll Be Home For Christmas”

@Natalie-ty7ht

2y↑2

I’m not crying you are

@atmusic9694

3y↑1

Merry Christmas Everyone!

(Nov/27/20

@deborahstarman9874

19w

I have to cover my head so much now. I feel safer somehow. Another woman here says she does the same. The women here say it suits me somehow.

@CynthiaStrasse27mcgvC

7y↑3

😇

@Nick-ed3tm

3y↑1

Yeah my uncle Danny doesnt get to spend Christmas with me RIP soldier in the Air Force

@user-ow2ps4lr9s

19w

I had this CD lost it

@HaywardEntertainment

3y↑2

Man theres too many onions in here

@elcaminosunlimited

Thank you

@elilopez210

3y↑2

Deployed ISO of OIR. Merry Christmas from the sandbox.

@rosariocarmenlopez5723

Ji love you 😍😍😍😍😍

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