Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree
Laura Benedict Lyrics
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At the Christmas party hop,
Mistletoe hung where you can see,
Every couple tries to stop,
Rockin' around the Christmas tree,
Let the Christmas spirit ring,
Later we'll have some pumpkin pie,
And we'll do some caroling.
You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear,
Voices singing, "Let's be jolly,
Deck the halls with boughs of holly",
Rockin' around the Christmas tree,
Have a happy holiday,
Everyone dancin' merrily,
In the new old-fashioned way.
You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear,
Voices singing, "Let's be jolly,
Deck the halls with boughs of holly",
Rockin' around the Christmas tree,
Have a happy holiday,
Everyone dancin' merrily,
In the new old-fashioned way
Laura Benedict's song "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" is a fun and upbeat holiday classic that has been enjoyed for generations. The lyrics evoke a feeling of excitement and joy during the holiday season, as people come together to celebrate and enjoy each other's company. The song begins with the line "Rockin' around the Christmas tree, at the Christmas party hop", which immediately sets the tone for a festive occasion. The mention of mistletoe hanging where couples can see it adds a hint of romance to the song, as people get closer and enjoy the holiday spirit together. The chorus of the song encourages everyone to "let the Christmas spirit ring", and later on to enjoy some delicious pumpkin pie while caroling together.
The second verse of the song reinforces the idea of the holiday season bringing people together, and the joy they feel when they hear voices singing songs of happiness and good cheer. The lyrics include the lines "You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear, voices singing, 'Let's be jolly, deck the halls with boughs of holly'" which hearken back to traditional holiday classics that celebrate the season. The chorus is repeated once again, inviting everyone to "have a happy holiday" and rock around the Christmas tree "in the new old-fashioned way".
Line by Line Meaning
Rockin' around the Christmas tree
Dancing around the Christmas tree to celebrate with family and friends
At the Christmas party hop,
At a festive gathering or dance celebrating the holiday season
Mistletoe hung where you can see,
A decoration hung in plain sight for couples to share a kiss
Every couple tries to stop,
Couples take a break from dancing to share a kiss or embrace under the mistletoe
Let the Christmas spirit ring,
Allow the joyful and festive atmosphere of the holiday to fill the air
Later we'll have some pumpkin pie,
After the celebration, a classic holiday dessert of pumpkin pie will be shared
And we'll do some caroling.
Singing traditional Christmas songs together as a group
Voices singing, "Let's be jolly,
The cheerful sound of people singing joyfully
Deck the halls with boughs of holly",
Decorate the home with traditional holiday greenery
Have a happy holiday,
Wishing others a joyous and pleasant holiday season
Everyone dancin' merrily,
All individuals dancing joyfully and happily
In the new old-fashioned way.
Celebrating the holiday season with traditional customs and practices
Lyrics © ST. NICHOLAS MUSIC INC.
Written by: Johnny Marks
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