Happy Xmas
Kenny Aronoff/Marco Mendoza/Steve Lukather/Tommy Shaw Lyrics


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So this is Christmas and what have you done,
Another year over, a new one just begun.

And so this is Christmas, I hope you have fun,
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 fears.

And so this is Christmas for weak and for strong,
The rich and the poor ones, the road is so long.

And so happy Christmas for black and for white
For the yellow and red ones let's stop all the fights.

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 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.





War is over if you want it, war is over now.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Happy Xmas" invite the listener to reflect on what they have done during the past year as another year comes to an end, and to wish for a year without fear. The song emphasizes the importance of spending Christmas with loved ones, regardless of age or background. The line "War is over if you want it, war is over now" is a message of hope, suggesting that peace is possible if individuals work towards it.


The song was written and recorded by John Lennon and Yoko Ono in 1971 as a protest against the Vietnam War, with the hope of spreading a message of peace during the holiday season. The song has been covered by many artists over the years, including the version by Kenny Aronoff, Marco Mendoza, Steve Lukather, and Tommy Shaw.


Line by Line Meaning

So this is Christmas and what have you done,
It's Christmastime again, a time for reflection on the past year and taking stock of what we've accomplished.


Another year over, a new one just begun.
As another year comes to a close, we're looking forward to a new one full of potential and possibility.


And so this is Christmas, I hope you have fun,
Christmas is a time for joy and celebration with loved ones, both young and old.


The near and the dear ones, the old and the young.
We cherish the company of those closest to us, regardless of their age or relationship to us.


A very merry Christmas and a happy New Year
We send our warmest wishes for a happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.


Let's hope it's a good one without any fears.
We look forward to a peaceful and prosperous year ahead, free from worries and anxieties.


And so this is Christmas for weak and for strong,
Whether we're in a position of strength or weakness, we all come together to celebrate Christmas.


The rich and the poor ones, the road is so long.
Regardless of our socioeconomic status, we all face challenges and hardships on life's journey.


And so happy Christmas for black and for white
We celebrate the diversity of the human race, with no regard for skin color or ethnicity.


For the yellow and red ones let's stop all the fights.
We hope to put an end to all the conflicts and disagreements that drive us apart, regardless of our differences.


And so this is Christmas and what have we done
Christmas is a time to reflect on our actions and ask ourselves if we've done anything to make the world a better place.


Another year over, a new one just begun.
As we embark on a new year, we have the opportunity to make positive changes and work towards a better future.


And so happy Christmas we hope you have fun
Once again, we offer our warmest wishes for a happy and joyful Christmas celebration.


The near and the dear ones, the old and the young.
We celebrate the holiday surrounded by those we hold dear, regardless of their age or relationship to us.


A very merry Christmas and a happy New Year
Again, we send our warmest wishes for a happy and prosperous holiday season and new year.


Let's hope it's a good one without any fear.
We hope for a bright and positive future, free from the fears and worries that may haunt us.


War is over if you want it, war is over now.
We have the power to put an end to conflict and make peace a reality, if we're willing to make the effort.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Winston Lennon, Yoko Ono

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