Jingle Bell Rock
KITCHEN - Daryl Hall & John Oates Lyrics


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Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring
Snowin' and blowin' up bushels of fun
Now the jingle hop has begun

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time
Dancin' and prancin' in jingle bell square
In the frosty air

What a bright time, it's the right time
To rock the night away
Jingle bell time is a swell time
To go ridin' in a one-horse sleigh

Giddy-up jingle horse, pick up your feet
Jingle around the clock
Mix and mingle in the jinglin' feet
That's the jingle bell rock

Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time

What a bright time, it's the right time
To rock the night away
Jingle bell time is a swell time
To go glidin' in a one-horse sleigh

Giddy-up jingle horse, pick up your feet
Jingle around the clock
Mix and mingle in the jinglin' beat
That's the jingle bell




That's the jingle bell
That's the jingle bell rock

Overall Meaning

The song "Jingle Bell Rock" is a quintessential holiday tune that encapsulates the joy and festivity of the winter season. Although it follows a simple structure and comprises just a few basic elements, the song captures the essence of Christmas and encourages people to revel in the holiday spirit. The opening lyrics depict the joyous ringing of jingle bells, which prompts people to join in and start dancing, leading to the rise of the "jingle hop." The jingle bells' sound carries throughout the song, tying the various elements together and creating a sense of unity among the different activities described in the lyrics.


The song further mentions the pleasures of winter, with snow blowing and creating "bushels of fun." It describes people "dancin' and prancin' in jingle bell square," enjoying the frosty air and the festive activities. The song suggests that the holiday season is the perfect time to "rock the night away" and have fun with friends and family, riding in a one-horse sleigh and enjoying the company of others. The lyrics culminate in the idea that the jingle bell rock is a place where people can "mix and mingle" and embrace the joy of the season. Overall, the song emphasizes the importance of coming together and celebrating the season's wonders.


Line by Line Meaning

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
The sound of jingling bells over a rock beat echoes through the winter air


Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring
Bells attached to a sleigh or horse jingle as they move and ring in a rhythmic pattern


Snowin' and blowin' up bushels of fun
The winter weather creates piles of snow and blustery wind that adds to the enjoyment of the season


Now the jingle hop has begun
A dance or celebration involving the jingling bells has started


Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time
The ringing of the bells creates a timing or beat that is unique to the holiday season


Dancin' and prancin' in jingle bell square
People joyfully dance or move around a designated area to the sound of bells


In the frosty air
The cold temperature contributes to the festive atmosphere and adds to the magic of the holiday


What a bright time, it's the right time
The holiday season is perfect for creating memories and having fun with friends and family


To rock the night away
Enjoy the moment and dance without worrying about anything else


Jingle bell time is a swell time
A time of joy and happiness, with the jingling bells adding a special touch


To go ridin' in a one-horse sleigh
One can choose to relish the season by taking a ride in a sleigh pulled by a horse


Giddy-up jingle horse, pick up your feet
Encouraging the horse to move in time with the music and rhythm of the jingling bells


Jingle around the clock
The celebration continues all through the day and night, without ever stopping


Mix and mingle in the jinglin' beat
Joining in with others to enjoy the music and festivities of the holiday season


That's the jingle bell rock
All of these activities combine together to create a unique and special experience known as the jingle bell rock




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Joseph Beal, James Boothe

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