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.
On Christmas Morning
Kenny Loggins Lyrics
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Time for celebration
Christmas present
Christmas past
Tumble down together like the snow
What a show
Now the snowman Karen made
Is melting by the roadside
Of children's voices singing I believe
I believe in love
I believe
On Christmas morning
You awaken with a smile
You hold me in your arms
We watch the snowflakes fly
And then you love me and I realize how sweet a life can be
All the memories
Coming back again this year
Sentimental melodies
Surround me like an old friend
Spent a winter here with me
Silently we watched the seasons change
And they change so fast
Fade away
On Christmas morning
You awaken with a smile
You hold me in your arms
We watch the snowflakes fly
And then you love me
And I realize how sweet a life can be
All the memories will always take me back, hold me back in time
On Christmas morning
You awaken with a smile
You hold me in your arms
We watch the snowflakes fly
And then you love me
And I realize how sweet a life can be
Ooh the memories will always take me back in time
To Christmas morning
On Christmas morning
The lyrics of Kenny Loggins's song "On Christmas Morning" capture the essence of the holiday season, from the arrival of December to the joy and love that Christmas morning brings. The first few lines set the scene, describing the arrival of December and the festivities that come with it, while also reflecting on the memories of Christmases past. The line "Tumble down together like the snow" is a beautiful expression of how the memories and moments of the holiday season come together, much like the snowflakes falling from the sky.
The second verse paints a picture of the present moment, with the snowman that Karen made melting in the morning sun and the sound of children singing "I believe" in love. It's a reminder of the magic of Christmas and how everyone, especially children, still believes in the power of love and the spirit of the holiday. The chorus, repeated three times throughout the song, celebrates the joy and love that is felt on Christmas morning, symbolized by the snowflakes falling and holding each other tightly. The last few lines of the song speak to the lasting impact of Christmas memories, which stay with us and take us back in time.
Overall, the song is a beautiful tribute to the holiday season and the magic and love that it brings. The lyrics capture the heart of what makes Christmas so special: the memories of those we love, the wonder of the season, and the hope that love will always triumph.
Line by Line Meaning
Ol' December's here at last
December has finally arrived
Time for celebration
It's a time for celebration
Christmas present
Current Christmas celebration
Christmas past
Previous Christmas celebrations
Tumble down together like the snow
All Christmas celebrations blend together like the snow falling and mixing
What a show
The blending of all the Christmases is quite a sight
Now the snowman Karen made
Referring to a snowman made in the past by someone named Karen
Is melting by the roadside
The snowman is now melting by the side of the road, as expected
On the wind a serenade
The wind carries with it the sound of children singing
Of children's voices singing I believe
The children are singing 'I believe'
I believe in love
The song the children are singing is about believing in love
On Christmas morning
The day of Christmas
You awaken with a smile
You wake up happy on this day
You hold me in your arms
You embrace me
We watch the snowflakes fly
We enjoy the sight of snowflakes falling
And then you love me and I realize how sweet a life can be
Your love for me reminds me how wonderful life can be
All the memories
All the memories of past Christmases
Coming back again this year
The memories return this year
Sentimental melodies
Nostalgic tunes
Surround me like an old friend
The songs are familiar and comforting
Spent a winter here with me
Someone (possibly a past lover) spent a winter with the singer before
Silently we watched the seasons change
Together, they watched as the seasons changed
And they change so fast
The seasons pass quickly
Fade away
They disappear into the past
All the memories will always take me back, hold me back in time
The memories always bring the singer back to that time and hold them there
Ooh the memories will always take me back in time
The singer reiterates that the memories always transport them back in time
To Christmas morning
To that special day when they wake up happy
On Christmas morning
Repeating the beginning of the chorus to emphasize its importance
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID FOSTER, KENNY LOGGINS
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