Joy To The World
Mannheim Steamroller Lyrics


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I remember it clearly
A year ago and I'm here today
Just like you said that day
So simple in your own way
No doubt that both of us are insane

Do you remember the day we met
Said words I can't forget
So much I think of what you do
Just like you said that day
So simple in your own way
No doubt that both of us are insane

Sometimes it gets instilled
Sometimes it feels too real
And I can say this is the deal
I'd like forever and ever

I'll never love again
Can't you see that I'm in




I'll never know another you
What you do

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Mannheim Steamroller's song Joy To The World seem to be about reminiscing on a past relationship that was filled with a love that was almost too much to handle. The singer of the song is reflecting on the day they met and the simplicity of the love that they shared. The lyrics state, "So simple in your own way, no doubt that both of us are insane." This suggests that the love was so strong and passionate that it may have been unhealthy or crazy.


The second verse continues to express the intense feelings that the singer has for their former partner. They think of them often and can't imagine ever loving anyone else. They say, "I'll never love again, can't you see that I'm in. I'll never know another you, what you do." This reveals that the singer is still deeply in love with their ex and cannot move on from the relationship.


Overall, the lyrics to Joy To The World showcase the intensity and power of love, even when it may not be entirely healthy. The simplicity of the love that the singer had with their former partner is juxtaposed with the overwhelming nature of their feelings for them.


Line by Line Meaning

I remember it clearly
I have a clear memory of a past event


A year ago and I'm here today
Despite the passage of time, I am still present in the present moment


Just like you said that day
I am reminded of something that you previously communicated to me


So simple in your own way
Your communication style was easy to understand and straightforward


No doubt that both of us are insane
There is no question that we are both crazy or irrational in some way


Do you remember the day we met
I am asking if you recall the specific day that we first encountered each other


Said words I can't forget
You expressed something that has stuck with me through time


So much I think of what you do
I often contemplate your actions and behaviors


Sometimes it gets instilled
Occasionally, something becomes deeply ingrained in my mind or being


Sometimes it feels too real
On occasion, a situation or experience feels incredibly authentic or genuine


And I can say this is the deal
I can assert that this is what is truly happening


I'd like forever and ever
I would like something to last indefinitely or eternally


I'll never love again
I will not experience love in the future


Can't you see that I'm in
Can't you tell that I am emotionally invested or committed to something?


I'll never know another you
I will never encounter someone who is like you again


What you do
Your actions or behaviors




Lyrics © HAL LEONARD LLC, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Integrity Music
Written by: Isaac Watts, G Handel, Roger Wagner

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Comments from YouTube:

Keyth Danielsen

one of the best versions of this song. the joy reverberates.

Valen McFadden

I feel you

Krista Darrow

Let thy freedom ring let thy kingdom come. Let earth recieve thy son.

Renee Wilson

Years ago, before Mannheimsteamroller became famous, I lived in the same duplex with them. I was in the front section of the duplex home and they were in the back of the duplex. Had I known they were going to be famous with their music, I would of had them come visit me more often. In any event, I feel blessed to have seen them grow from nothing to something awesome. This was in Omaha, Nebraska. Now I reside in Northern CA they are still living in Nebraska.

Tigerguy 101

Thie makes me so excited for Christmas time, when there's snow on the ground, lights are everywhere and feel, well, magical

Ray Conger

Joy to the World !
Christmas 2020.
Be happy, we need it !

Silvergish

The first two Christmas albums are on vinyl. We need this one on vinyl!

John Tiggleman

I agree. I bought a copy of their 35th Anniversary reissue of their first Lp last year, in green vinyl.

Paula Norman

MY GOD REIGNS. JOY TO THE WORLD.

Armando Enriquez

This song, after the traditional & before the animated cartoon.

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