1) Lenka (born Lenka Kripac on 19 March 1978) is an Australian singer–songwriter, actress and former television personality, best known for her song "The Show," (produced by Stuart Brawley), from her self-titled 2008 album. Her song "Everything at Once" was also used in the official Windows 8 TV Ad. As a teenager, Lenka studied acting at the Australian Theatre For Young People, where she trained with actress Cate Blanchett. Lenka starred in the Australian ABC-TV drama series GP as Vesna Kapek in the 1990s. She also hosted Channel Ten children's program Cheez TV, and guest starred in other Australian TV series including Home and Away, Wild Side, Head Start and Spellbinder. She appeared in Australian feature films The Dish and Lost Things, as well as in theatre productions.
Kripac was a member of the Australian electronic-rock crossover band Decoder Ring for two of their albums. She then moved to California in 2007. After adopting her first name as her sole artistic name, Lenka released her eponymous debut album on 24 September 2008. She has since released two more studio albums - 2011's Two and 2013's Shadows.
2) Lenka Clayton is a Pittsburgh, PA, USA artist, who released "Qaeda, Quality, Question, Quickly, Quickly, Quiet" (2004, Accidental Records) & contributed field recordings to Matthew Herbert's "Plat Du Jour" (2005, Accidental Records).
All My Bells Are Ringing
Lenka Lyrics
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Deck the halls
But you
Don't come around
And you don't call
Well
It's just
To be lonely
And my heart
Is beating
For you only
Take my heart
This Christmas
And wrap it
In a ribbon
And a bow
Yes
Take my heart
This Christmas
Take it
Where ever you go
Everybody
Has someone to hold
Nestle by the fire
In from the cold
But I don't hear
The carols
They are singing
And I've only
Got one thing good
For giving
So take my heart
This Christmas
And wrap it
In a ribbon
And a bow
Yes
Take my heart
This Christmas
Take it
Where ever you go
All my bells
Are ringing
Just for you
And I got
No desire
For someone new
So take my heart
This christmas
And wrap it
In a ribbon
And a bow
Yes
Take my heart
This Christmas
Take
Where ever you go
Take it
Where ever you go
Lenka's song, All My Bells Are Ringing, is a beautiful and sentimental Christmas ballad that evokes feelings of yearning and loneliness during the holiday season. The song's opening lines set the scene for a traditional and festive holiday atmosphere with references to mistletoe, holly, and decking the halls. However, the mood quickly shifts, as Lenka laments about the absence of a loved one who has not come around or called. The chorus is an emotional plea to this person, asking them to take her heart for Christmas and to take it wherever they go. The lyrics express the paradox of the holiday season, where everyone is surrounded by friends and family, but the loneliness can feel even more intense when you are missing someone special.
The melancholic tone of the song is perfectly captured by Lenka's dreamy and ethereal vocals and the delicate piano accompaniment. The imagery of the bells ringing and the desire for someone to hold close by the fire are evocative and nostalgic, capturing the essence of what the holidays mean to many people. Even though the song is primarily about heartbreak and yearning, it still manages to convey a message of hope and generosity, as the main character gives her heart as a gift for Christmas, without any expectation of anything in return.
Line by Line Meaning
Mistletoe and holly
It's the holiday season, as evidenced by the traditional decorations.
Deck the halls
More seasonal decorations.
But you don't come around and you don't call
Despite the festive atmosphere, the singer's loved one is absent.
Well it's just like the season to be lonely
The holiday season can be sad or difficult for some people.
And my heart is beating for you only
The artist still has feelings for their absent loved one.
Take my heart this Christmas and wrap it in a ribbon and a bow
The singer is offering their heart as a gift to their loved one.
Yes, take my heart this Christmas, take it wherever you go
The singer wants their loved one to keep their heart with them.
Everybody has someone to hold, nestle by the fire in from the cold
Most people have someone to share the holidays with.
But I don't hear the carols they are singing, and I've only got one thing good for giving
The artist is consumed by thoughts of their loved one and doesn't feel like celebrating, but they are still willing to give their heart as a gift.
All my bells are ringing just for you, and I got no desire for someone new
The artist is still devoted to their loved one.
So take my heart this Christmas and wrap it in a ribbon and a bow
The singer's heart is still being offered as a gift.
Yes, take my heart this Christmas, take it wherever you go, take it wherever you go
The artist's loved one is encouraged to keep their heart with them, no matter where they may end up.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LENKA KRIPAC
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Rob Myers
Lenka is one of them artist where i just LOVE everyone of her songs!!! Shes amazing!! This song always makes me smile :)
Bryce Kelly
My mom got me the winter songs CD for Christmas and it is awesome! There are so many great artists on it.
Chilli V.
Rediscovered this song, one of my favorite christmas songs! How could I ever forget it 😱
Sajida Ayu Kusuma Wardhani
So glad i found 2021 comment
pancakereater
I love Lenka's voice SO much. The video is also very cool!
Am D0-r4
Same☺️☺️☺️
kelvin salonga
I Really Love Lenka And Her Songs !!! I Hope She Can Make Another Christmas Songs !!!
foxmccormack
Great song - so glad to have another excuse to play Lenka all Summer long!
glowworm2
I used to work in a ShopRite on the weekends. First was introduced to this song during the holiday season. I'm not a huge fan of traditional Christmas music, but this one was delightfully charming and enjoyable compared to hearing "Last Christmas" or "All I Want for Christmas is You" ad nauseum.
Petanova pizza
great video! Lenka is very talented!