Loggins was born in Everett, Washington and is the youngest of three brothers. His mother was Lina (née Massie), a homemaker, and his father, Robert George Loggins, was a salesman. They lived in Detroit and Seattle before settling in Alhambra, California. Loggins attended San Gabriel Mission High School, graduating in 1966. He formed a band called the Second Helping that released three singles during 1968 and 1969 on Viva Records. Greg Shaw described the efforts as "excellent punky folk-pop records" that were written by Loggins who was likely to be the bandleader and singer as well; Shaw included "Let Me In" on both Highs in the Mid-Sixties, Volume 2 and the Pebbles, Volume 9 CD.
Loggins had a short gig playing guitar for the New Improved Electric Prunes in 1969 before writing four songs for the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, which were included in their Uncle Charlie & His Dog Teddy album. During his early twenties, he was part of the band Gator Creek with Mike Deasy. An early version of "Danny's Song" (later recorded by Loggins and Messina and a No. 7 Hot 100 hit for Anne Murray in 1973) was included in a record on Mercury Records.
Loggins appears in the 2013 video game Grand Theft Auto V playing himself as the host of an in-game radio station called Los Santos Rock Radio. He also lends the songs "Danger Zone" and "I'm Free (Heaven Helps the Man)", and sings station jingles.
In 2014, Loggins appeared as himself in the episode "Baby Shower" of the fifth season of the animated comedy series Archer. His song "Danger Zone" had been a recurring joke in the show. At the end of the episode and during the credits, Loggins also performs a country version of "Danger Zone" as a duet with the character of Cherlene. Loggins stated in a later interview that his in-show nickname 'K-Log' is a complete creation of the show, stating, "It was always a joke. That's why it works, because it's so absurd.
Christmas Time Is Here
Kenny Loggins Lyrics
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Happiness and cheer
Fun for all
The children call
Favorite time of year
Snowflakes in the air
Carols everywhere
And ancient rhymes
Love and dreams to share
Sleigh bells in the air
Beauty everywhere
Yuletide by the fireside
And joyful memories there
Christmas time is here
Families drawing near
Oh that we could always see
Such spirit through the year
Sleigh bells in the air
Beauty everywhere
Yuletide by the fireside
And joyful memories there
Christmas time is here
Families drawing near
Oh that we could always see
A favorite time of year
Kenny Loggins's song "Christmas Time Is Here" is a beautiful ode to the holiday season. The lyrics express the joy and happiness that come with it. The opening line "Christmas time is here" sets the tone for the entire song, creating a sense of excitement and anticipation. The line "happiness and cheer" is a testament to the positive and upbeat emotions the holidays bring to people.
As the song continues, the lyrics express the fun and enjoyment that people have during Christmas time. This joy is not limited to just children, as evidenced by the line "fun for all," demonstrating that people of all ages can find happiness during this special time of year. The mention of snowflakes and carols creates a festive atmosphere and sets the scene for a beautiful and peaceful holiday season.
Towards the end of the song, the lyrics express a hope that the spirit and joy of Christmas could be present throughout the entire year. The sense of family and togetherness expressed in the line "families drawing near" is a beautiful sentiment and emphasizes the importance of loved ones during the holiday season.
Overall, "Christmas Time Is Here" by Kenny Loggins is a song that captures the spirit and emotions of the holiday season. The lyrics express the joy and happiness that come with Christmas time, and the longing for that same feeling throughout the year.
Line by Line Meaning
Christmas time is here
The holiday season has arrived
Happiness and cheer
People are feeling joyous and festive
Fun for all
Everyone can enjoy the festivities together
The children call
Kids are excited and calling out to others to share in their joy
Favorite time of year
Many people consider the Christmas season to be their favorite time of the year
Snowflakes in the air
The weather is cold and snowy outside
Carols everywhere
Songs of the season can be heard all around
Olden times and ancient rhymes
The traditions and customs of Christmas are rooted in history
Love and dreams to share
This is a time to express affection and share hopes and aspirations
Sleigh bells in the air
The sounds of the season can be heard all around
Beauty everywhere
The festive decorations make everything around look beautiful
Yuletide by the fireside
This is a cozy time for sitting by the fire and enjoying the warmth
And joyful memories there
This is a time for creating and remembering happy memories
Families drawing near
Loved ones are coming together to celebrate the season
Oh that we could always see
It is a wish that people could keep the Christmas spirit and joy all year round
Such spirit through the year
The positive and happy energy of the holiday season would be wonderful if it could be sustained beyond just this time of year
Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management, Capitol CMG Publishing, LEE MENDELSON FILM PROD., INC., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Vince Guaraldi, Lee Maurice Mendelson
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