Lewis has become a multi-platinum selling artist and three time Grammy Award nominee. She was proclaimed 'Top New Artist' by Billboard magazine in 2008. Her two albums Spirit and Echo, released in 2007 and 2009 respectively, have collectively sold in excess of 10 million copies worldwide and topped the charts in numerous countries. Lewis's debut tour, The Labyrinth, took place in 2010. As of December 2012, Lewis has sold 28 million records worldwide. Her third album Glassheart was released 12 October 2012. It was preceded by the single "Collide", which became her seventh top-five hit in the UK. With the release of Hurt: The EP and "Trouble", Lewis has had nine top-ten hits in the UK.
Lewis' debut single A Moment Like This became the fastest selling UK single after being downloaded over 50,000 times within thirty minutes of its release. Her second single, Bleeding Love, reached number one positions in over thirty singles charts around the world. In November 2008 she set a record in the UK for the fastest selling download-only release with her cover version of the Snow Patrol song Run which sold 69,244 copies in two days. Lewis's debut tour, The Labyrinth, started in 2010.
Lewis was born in the London Borough of Islington, to Aural Josiah "Joe" Lewis of Afro-Guyanese descent, and Maria Lewis of Welsh, Italian and Irish descent. Her parents enrolled her at the Sylvia Young Theatre School, and from there she attended the Italia Conti Academy and the BRIT School, where she learned to play instruments such as the guitar and piano, in the hope of becoming a singer-songwriter. Lewis wrote her first full-length song at the age of 12. She initially trained in opera, but went on to singing jazz and blues, eventually leading to popular music, citing Minnie Riperton, Eva Cassidy and Stevie Wonder as her main influences. After leaving the BRIT School at 17, she took a number of jobs to fund studio time, recording a demo album called Twilight. The album, almost exclusively comprising her own compositions, was recorded under Spiral Music, a production company based in Fulham. "I tried to secure a record deal by doing things my own way. I worked very hard but I never managed to land a contract", said Lewis. Other demos were recorded under licence from UEG Entertainment, later included on an album called Best Kept Secret. However, none of Lewis's demos were released and she considered taking a hiatus from her music career to attend university until her boyfriend persuaded her to enter The X Factor which subsequently severed her connections with UEG.
Songfacts says that Collide, the first single from Leona Lewis's third album finds her taking a more dance pop route than on her previous material. She said, "I'm excited for people to see a different side to my music. I'm a fan of so many different genres and styles. For me this song has all the great ingredients of a summer anthem." The song got its first play on Scott Mills' Radio One show on July 15, 2011 and will be released on September 4, 2011.
Lewis' third studio album, Glassheart, is due for release in 2012.
Christmas
Leona Lewis Lyrics
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Just like the one's I used to know
Honey, it's where the treetops glisten and little children
They tried to listen, to hear
Hear for them sleigh bells that are ringing in the snow
Oh, white, I'm dreaming of a white, white Christmas
With every Christmas card that I write you
May your days, may your days, may your days be merry and bright
And may all, all of your Christmas' and may all, all of your Christmas'
And may your days, may your days, may your days be merry and bright
And may all your Christmas' be white, yeah
Said I'm dreaming, said I'm dreaming, oh
Yeah, yeah, yeah, oh
The lyrics to Leona Lewis's "Christmas" express the singer's yearning for a traditional Christmas set in a snowy landscape, reminiscent of her childhood. The opening line, "I'm dreaming of a white, white Christmas," evokes a sense of nostalgia for familiar Christmas memories. Lewis goes on to describe the picturesque setting, of treetops glistening, sleigh bells ringing, and children hoping to hear them. Through this description, Lewis portrays the idyllic and enchanting nature of Christmas, suggesting that this time of year is meant to be a magical and joyful experience for everyone involved.
The chorus emphasizes the wish for happiness and cheer throughout the holiday season, hoping that everyone's days will be "merry and bright." The repetition of this wish showcases the importance of spreading joy and goodwill during the holiday season, and how it's a time to connect with loved ones, both past and present. The final line, "And may all your Christmases be white," serves as a symbol for purity and renewal, reflecting upon the potential for a new beginning, and hoping that the good feelings and memories of Christmas will carry over into the New Year.
Line by Line Meaning
I, I'm dreaming of a white, white Christmas
I am envisioning a Christmas filled with snow, just as the ones from my past.
Just like the one's I used to know
I am fondly remembering the snowy Christmases I have experienced in the past.
Honey, it's where the treetops glisten and little children
The snow-covered trees make a shining sight for everyone, especially children.
They tried to listen, to hear
Children strain their ears as they await the ringing of the sleigh bells.
Hear for them sleigh bells that are ringing in the snow
The children are waiting to hear the sound of sleigh bells that traditionally accompany Christmas.
Oh, white, I'm dreaming of a white, white Christmas
My daydreams involve a snowy Christmas, white with snow.
With every Christmas card that I write you
Every Christmas card I send reminds me of my dream of a white Christmas, which I hope to share with you.
And I want you to know
I want to express my desire for a snowy Christmas to you.
May your days, may your days, may your days be merry and bright
I wish you nothing but happiness and light in your Christmas days.
And may all, all of your Christmas' and may all, all of your Christmas'
I hope every single one of your Christmases is filled with joy.
And may your days, may your days, may your days be merry and bright
Again, my best wishes for your Christmas days to be happy and bright.
And may all your Christmas' be white, yeah
I hope that every single one of your Christmases is filled with the same snowy beauty that I dream of.
Said I'm dreaming, said I'm dreaming, oh
As I repeat my wishful thinking, I want you to know that I am imagining a perfect, snowy Christmas.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, oh
Yeah, yeah, yeah, oh
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Tratore, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Irving Berlin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jayfox28
Why this doesn't get airplay during Christmas is a mystery. Same 5 pop songs every year.
@adrianaavila8853
Boring right? This is so catchy
@garywallace5602
🎶Are you hanging up your stocking on the wall?🎶 😂
@Arthurson24
This song is a modern Christmas classic.
@marcus813
How did I not stumble upon this Christmas bop until late 2023? Thank goodness YouTube Music had it in my recommendations. This Leona Lewis Christmas song slaps!
@aaronodonoghue1791
Yeah, I could've sworn this was a 2023 release, I never heard it in my life before about 2 months ago!
@jgonzales.15
dude same!!!
@darrenfrost4152
Middle of November ?
Don’t care. It’s a great song. Easily in the top 3 Xmas songs
@oliviamitchell7020
Who’s excited to listen to this Christmas Day 2021
@IssyRachel
One of the most underrated Christmas songs ever