Merry Christmas Baby
Lionel Hampton & Sonny Parker Lyrics


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Well, Merry Christmas baby, you sure did treat me nice
Well, Merry Merry Christmas baby
Yes, you sure did treat me nice
Well, gave me a diamond ring for Christmas
Now, now I'm living in paradise
Welll, I'm feeling, feeling mighty fine, got good music on my radio
Yes, I'm feeling, feeling fine, got good music on my radio
Well, I want love to kiss you baby, while you're standing 'neath the mistletoe

Well, Santa Claus, Santa Claus
Won't, won't you please hear my plea
I said, Santa Claus, Santa Claus
Won't, won't, won't you hear my plea




All I want you to do
Lord knows, won't you bring my baby back to me

Overall Meaning

The song "Merry Christmas Baby" by Lionel Hampton and Sonny Parker is a classic Christmas love song. The lyrics express the happiness and joy of Christmas and the love between two people. The song is sung from the perspective of a man who is deeply in love with his partner and has been given the best Christmas present ever in the form of a diamond ring. He is grateful for the love and affection that his partner has shown him, and he feels like he is living in paradise. The joy and excitement of Christmas are heightened by the good music on his radio, which adds to his feeling of contentment and satisfaction.


The lyrics of "Merry Christmas Baby" express the desire to be close to someone special during the holiday season. The lines "I want love to kiss you baby, while you're standing 'neath the mistletoe" convey the need for intimacy and love during this festive time of year. The song also speaks to the power of Christmas nostalgia in making us remember our loved ones who may be far away. The lines "All I want you to do, Lord knows, won't you bring my baby back to me" show the longing to be reunited with one's soulmate, to hold them close and make the most of this special time.


Overall, "Merry Christmas Baby" is a heartwarming love song that captures the essence of the holiday season. It expresses the joy of receiving love and the nostalgia for loved ones who are far away. The song is a true classic that continues to resonate with people all over the world, particularly during the festive season.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, Merry Christmas baby, you sure did treat me nice
I had a great Christmas because of you, my darling


Well, Merry Merry Christmas baby
I am so happy this Christmas because of you


Yes, you sure did treat me nice
Thank you for being so nice to me this Christmas


Well, gave me a diamond ring for Christmas
You gave me an amazing gift for Christmas


Now, now I'm living in paradise
This gift makes me feel like I'm in heaven


Welll, I'm feeling, feeling mighty fine, got good music on my radio
I am so happy and content right now, listening to good music


Yes, I'm feeling, feeling fine, got good music on my radio
The music is so good, I'm in a great mood


Well, I want love to kiss you baby, while you're standing 'neath the mistletoe
I want to express my love for you by giving you a kiss under the mistletoe


Well, Santa Claus, Santa Claus
Dear Santa Claus


Won't, won't you please hear my plea
Can you please listen to my request?


I said, Santa Claus, Santa Claus
I am asking you again, dear Santa Claus


Won't, won't, won't you hear my plea
Please listen to what I am asking for


All I want you to do
I only have one request for you


Lord knows, won't you bring my baby back to me
I miss my loved one so much, please bring them back to me




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lou Baxter, Johnny Dudley Moore

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