C-H-R-I-S-T-M-A-S
Kitty Wells Lyrics


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When I was but a youngster Christmas meant one thing
That I'd be getting lots of toys that day
I learned a whole lot different when mother set me down
And taught me to spell Christmas this way
See is for the Christ Child born upon this day H is for Herald Angels in the night
Are means our redeemer I means Israel S is for the stars that shone so bright
(T is for three wise men they who traveled far M is for the manger where he lay)
A's for all he stands for S means shepherds came
And that's why there's a Christmas Day





That's why there's a Christmas Day

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Kitty Wells's song C-H-R-I-S-T-M-A-S highlights the true meaning and essence of Christmas. As a youngster, Christmas was all about receiving lots of gifts and toys. However, the singer's mother helped them understand the true meaning of Christmas by teaching them how to spell the word "Christmas." Each letter is associated with different aspects and symbols of the story of Jesus' birth. "S" is for the stars that shone so brightly on the night of his birth. "H" is for the herald angels who announced his arrival to the shepherds. "R" is for our redeemer who was born to save us from our sins. "I" represents Israel, the birthplace of Jesus. "S" stands for the shepherds who also witnessed Jesus' birth. "T" represents the three wise men who traveled far to worship him. "M" is for the manger where Jesus was laid, and "A" is for all he stands for.


These lyrics showcase the importance of the birth of Jesus Christ and how it is the foundation for the celebration of Christmas. The song emphasizes that Christmas is not just about receiving gifts, but rather about the birth of the savior of the world. The story being told through the lyrics encourages listeners to remember the different parts of the story with each letter of the word "Christmas."


Line by Line Meaning

When I was but a youngster Christmas meant one thing
As a child, I associated Christmas solely with gift-giving and receiving lots of toys.


That I'd be getting lots of toys that day
My expectation for Christmas was to receive a plethora of toys and material gifts.


I learned a whole lot different when mother set me down
However, I later came to realize the true meaning of Christmas when my mother taught me the religious significance behind it.


And taught me to spell Christmas this way
She taught me a mnemonic device to help me remember the important aspects of Christmas.


See is for the Christ Child born upon this day
The letter 'C' stands for the newborn Christ Child, who was born on this special day.


H is for Herald Angels in the night
The letter 'H' pays homage to the herald angels who proclaimed Christ's birth.


Are means our redeemer I means Israel
The letter 'A' symbolizes all that our redeemer represents and 'I' represents Israel, the birthplace of Christ.


S is for the stars that shone so bright
The letter 'S' refers to the bright stars that shone in the sky on the night of Christ's birth.


(T is for three wise men they who traveled far M is for the manger where he lay)
The letter 'T' represents the three wise men who traveled great distances to pay homage to the newborn Christ. The letter 'M' stands for the humble manger in which he lay.


A's for all he stands for S means shepherds came
The letter 'A' references all that Christ stands for, while 'S' represents the humble shepherds who visited him.


And that's why there's a Christmas Day
All of these aspects, including the religious significance, traditions, and joyous celebrations, are the reason the world celebrates Christmas Day.




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EDDY ARNOLD, JENNY LOU CARSON

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Cindy Albanese

I remember when things were hard at home.kitty Wells songs gave me faith.Especally this song.And yes I was quite yong...

Rosanna Flynn

My mom would sit all down and listen this song on Christmas eve

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