Traditions Of Christmas
Mannheim Steamroller Lyrics
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Grandma telling stories on this Holy Night.
Cookies in the oven
Baked with warmth and loving',
Feelings warm and tender,
Singing "Silent Night"
When traditions are so special
They give you soft, kind feelings
That make you realize
That the world needs our affection
To keep the season's blessings.
Christmas has a spirit
That keeps you so alive.
Candlelight in churches,
Starlight on the mountains.
Smell of pine in houses,
Wood smoke in the air.
Teddies warm and cuddly,
Firelight on the mantle,
These are things that make it
So traditional
When traditions are so special
They make your heart so warm dear,
They give you soft, kind feelings
That make you realize
That the world needs our affection
To keep the season's blessings.
Christmas has a spirit
That keeps you so alive.
The Mannheim Steamroller's song Traditions of Christmas is a beautiful ode to the warmth and love that is often associated with the holiday season. The song begins with the reference to the Holy and the Ivy, Mistletoe and kisses, and Grandma telling stories on this Holy Night. The singer goes on to describe the feeling of warmth and tenderness that is evoked by the smell of cookies in the oven, baked with love and affection. The lyrics then transition to the idea that Christmas traditions are what make the season special and important, and it is up to us to keep those traditions alive and to spread the love and joy they bring.
Throughout the rest of the song, the lyrics mention various elements of the traditional Christmas experience, such as candlelight in churches, starlight on the mountains, the smell of pine in houses, and wood smoke in the air. The image of cuddly teddies and firelight on the mantle adds to the cozy feeling of the season. The main message of the song is that there is a spirit to Christmas, and that it is up to us to perpetuate that spirit by cherishing and celebrating our traditions.
Overall, this song beautifully captures the essence of what makes the holiday season special. The combination of the warm and tender lyrics with the music creates a feeling of coziness and love that is perfect for the holiday season.
Line by Line Meaning
Holy and the Ivy, Mistletoe and kisses,
The symbols of Christmas, such as holly, ivy, mistletoe, and kisses, create a festive feeling that everyone looks forward to.
Grandma telling stories on this Holy Night.
Grandmothers and their stories are part of the magic of Christmas, making it a special time of bonding and tradition in families.
Cookies in the oven, Baked with warmth and loving',
The baking of Christmas cookies with friends and family is a time-honored tradition full of love and warmth, especially when the sweet and spicy aromas fill the house.
Feelings warm and tender, Singing "Silent Night"
The warm and tender feelings we experience during Christmastime often bring with them the urge to sing songs like "Silent Night" and spread cheer.
When traditions are so special, They make your heart so warm dear,
Special traditions can have a heartwarming effect on people, making them feel loved and happy.
They give you soft, kind feelings, That make you realize, That the world needs our affection, To keep the season's blessings.
These kinds of treasured moments can remind us that we all need love and affection in our lives, especially around Christmastime, to appreciate the blessings we have.
Christmas has a spirit, That keeps you so alive.
The spirit of Christmas is powerful enough to enliven even the most jaded or unhappy of people, transforming them with its light and warmth.
Candlelight in churches, Starlight on the mountains.
Both the religious and secular aspects of Christmas bring light to the darkness of winter, illuminating our hearts and minds.
Smell of pine in houses, Wood smoke in the air.
The scents of pine trees and wood smoke contribute to a festive atmosphere that is redolent of nature and homey comforts.
Teddies warm and cuddly, Firelight on the mantle,
Even the simplest of things, like a warm teddy bear or the glowing light of a fireplace, can bring joy and comfort during the holidays.
These are things that make it, So traditional
All of these aspects of Christmas come together to create a sense of age-old tradition and continuity, linking people across time and space.
Contributed by Mackenzie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
vickie h
My wedding anniversary is Christmas Eve. I used this song as my wedding march when my husband and I were married at our home in 2000. I lost him in 2014. He still owns my heart, and I sit and listen to this and weep, but I am so very grateful to God for the years we had together.
North Atlanta Refrigeration LLC
Why is it that such a beautiful song like this makes you bring back memories of departed loved ones ? Beautiful song, I could listen to it for hours.
Edward Morris
It certainly does :)
Charlie Fox
I put this on a loop so I could set the tone of my first novel! The music fit so perfectly with the time period my story was set in…1889. My book was published!
meadowrose100
This song has been one of my most favorite Christmas songs from the moment I heard it in 1992. Thank you so very much for sharing this here, and a very Merry Christmas to you!!
Barbara L
I love this song, it's so beautiful. Strangely, it also makes me somewhat sad, as it reminds me of Christmases long ago and my parents who are gone now . . .
Jedidiah Martin
God, is this album really that old now?
My mom bought both of these first two Christmas albums when I was a kid and I will never go a Christmas season without thinking of them.
Matthew Miller
This is one of my favorite Mannheim Steamroller songs. I do love almost all of their songs though.
Merry Christmas! (even though I'm two days late) ^^
threeof hardts
One of my favorites, too. Hope your Christmas was Merry!
Rose Reedy
I pretty much grew up listening to Mannheim Steamroller's Christmas music every year at Christmas time. My mom and her sisters would also play it when we got together at Christmas time. And this is such a beautiful song. It's 1 of my many favorite Christmas songs by them.