Last Christmas
Lianie May Lyrics


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Last Christmas I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special

Last Christmas I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special

Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance, but you still catch my eye
Tell me baby, do you recognize me?

Well, it's been a year, it doesn't surprise me
"Merry Christmas" I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you", I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been

But if you kissed me now, I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears

I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears

I'll give it to someone special
Oooohhhh

Oh oh baby
A crowded room, friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you and your soul of ice
My god, I thought you were someone to rely on

Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart
A man under cover but you tore me apart
Oh oh now I've found a real love

You'll never fool me again
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears

I'll give it to someone special, special
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Special
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart (I gave you mine)
A man under cover but you tore him apart
Maybe next year I'll give it to someone
I'll give it to someone special




Special
So long...

Overall Meaning

The song "Last Christmas" by Lianie May tells a story of heartbreak and the hope of finding love again. The singer gave their heart to someone last Christmas, but the very next day, it was given away. This year, the singer is trying to save themselves from tears and heartbreak by giving their heart to someone special instead. The lyrics are a reflection of the singer's past experiences, their fear of getting hurt again, and their hope for finding true love.


The first verse sets the scene for the song's story, with the singer reminiscing about last Christmas and the heart they gave away. The chorus repeats this sentiment, highlighting the singer's desire to find someone special to give their heart to this year. The second verse includes a conversation between the singer and their former lover, who they seem to still have feelings for. However, the singer is wary of being hurt again and is keeping their distance, despite still being drawn to their former lover.


Overall, "Last Christmas" is a emotional ballad about love, loss, and hope. Its catchy melody and relatable lyrics have made it a popular holiday staple since it was first released by Wham! in 1984.


Line by Line Meaning

Last Christmas I gave you my heart
Last year, I gave you everything I had, I put all my trust on you, but you didn't value it the way I did.


But the very next day you gave it away
You didn't really care about what I gave you, and the moment I looked away, you let go of it.


This year, to save me from tears
To avoid going through the same pain I felt last year, I need to do something different.


I'll give it to someone special
I'll give my heart to someone who'll understand its worth, someone who deserves it.


Once bitten and twice shy
After getting hurt once, I became more cautious and afraid to take the same risk again.


I keep my distance, but you still catch my eye
Even though I'm trying to avoid you, I can't help but notice you from afar.


Tell me baby, do you recognize me?
After everything we've been through, do you still remember who I am?


Well, it's been a year, it doesn't surprise me
It's been a while since we've talked or seen each other, so it's normal that you might not recognize me anymore.


"Merry Christmas" I wrapped it up and sent it
Out of generosity, I still sent you a gift for Christmas, despite what happened between us.


With a note saying "I love you", I meant it
Even though we're not together anymore, my feelings for you are still genuine and true.


Now I know what a fool I've been
Looking back, I realize that I made a mistake by trusting you with my heart.


But if you kissed me now, I know you'd fool me again
I'm aware that I'm still vulnerable and there's a chance that you might hurt me again, but my heart still longs for you.


A crowded room, friends with tired eyes
Surrounded by a lively and noisy group of people, but the only thing I see are tired and empty eyes. I feel lonely and lost.


I'm hiding from you and your soul of ice
You're in the same room as me, but it feels like we're miles apart. Your cold attitude towards me makes me want to hide from you.


My god, I thought you were someone to rely on
You were once my confidant and someone I could always count on, but now you're the last person I trust.


Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
I was there for you when you needed me, I listened to your problems and offered a shoulder to cry on, but in return, you left me alone and broken-hearted.


A face on a lover with a fire in his heart
I was your lover who was fiercely passionate and devoted to you.


A man under cover but you tore me apart
I tried to hide my vulnerability and protect my heart, but you still managed to shatter it with your actions.


Oh oh now I've found a real love
I've moved on and found someone who truly appreciates and cherishes me.


You'll never fool me again
I've learned my lesson and won't let anyone deceive me or hurt me the way you did.


Maybe next year I'll give it to someone
Perhaps next year, I'll find someone who's deserving of my love and affection.


I'll give it to someone special
I'll give my heart to someone who's worth fighting for, someone who I know won't break it.


So long...
Goodbye, I'm letting go of the past and moving on to a brighter future.




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Antoinette Le Roux


on Tennessee Waltz

Ek lief die song. En dan sing jy dit so goed.I

Mmich Olivier


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