Above the Northern Lights
Mannheim Steamroller Lyrics


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Up above the Northern Lights on Christmas night,
shimmering above the clouds, dreams take flight.
Legends say that spirits dance across the sky
Children sing and sleigh bells ring, reindeer fly

Magic fills the air,
Spirits everywhere
This is Christmas night
Let your dreams take flight

Up above the Northern Lights on Christmas night,
Traveling through space and time
Endless light
You and I, beneath the skies, behold the light
Quietly, the mystery fills the night

Magic fills the air,
Spirits everywhere
This is Christmas night
Let your dreams take flight





Up above the Northern Lights on Christmas night,
shimmering above the clouds, dreams take flight.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Mannheim Steamroller's song "Above the Northern Lights" paint the picture of a magical and mystical Christmas night. The first verse describes the scene above the Northern Lights, with dreams taking flight in the sky among the shimmering lights. Legends say that this is where the spirits dance across the sky, creating an enchanting atmosphere for all. The second verse takes the listener on a journey through space and time, highlighting the endless light above us. The mystery of the sky is palpable, filling the night with an aura of wonder and enchantment. Throughout the song, the message is clear: magic fills the air and anything is possible on Christmas night. The lyrics encourage the listener to let their dreams take flight and to embrace the mystery and beauty that surround them.


Line by Line Meaning

Up above the Northern Lights on Christmas night,
On Christmas night, above the Northern Lights, high up in the sky


shimmering above the clouds, dreams take flight.
The Northern Lights are shining and gleaming above the clouds, and make your dreams soar high


Legends say that spirits dance across the sky
According to legends, spirits dance amidst the shine of Northern Lights in the sky


Children sing and sleigh bells ring, reindeer fly
Children are singing and bells ringing as flying reindeer traipse the sky


Magic fills the air,
Undeniable magic is present in the atmosphere


Spirits everywhere
The spirits are present everywhere in the sky


This is Christmas night
This night signifies Christmas celebrations


Let your dreams take flight
Encouragement to discover and explore your dreams while experiencing the enchanting sight


Traveling through space and time
Journeying through the vastness of space and time


Endless light
The light of the Northern Lights is infinite


You and I, beneath the skies, behold the light
We together, standing under the sky, witness the shining spectacle


Quietly, the mystery fills the night
The mystery of the dancing spirits fills the silent night




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