"All I Want for Christmas Is You" is an uptempo love song that declares that the narrator does not care about Christmas presents or lights; all she wants for Christmas is to be with her lover.
The song has become established as a Christmas standard. It has sold more than 14 million copies globally since its debut, making it one of the best-selling singles ever. In the US, the song has sold 3.6 million downloads as of 2019.
Over time, countless artists have covered the song, including Miley Cyrus, John Mayer, Shania Twain, Ariana Grande, Fifth Harmony, Demi Lovato, Cee Lo Green, Lady Antebellum and Mumford & Sons.
Mariah herself has re-recorded the song too. In 2011, Carey re-recorded the song as a duet with Justin Bieber. A year later in 2012, Carey recorded a fun version with classroom instruments and children for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
The song’s influence has extended beyond music, too. In 2015, Carey released a book with the same title as her holiday staple, acknowledging the song’s longevity:
When I wrote ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ it was my dream for it to become a classic Christmas song. I am so proud of the song’s impact as it continues to create memories for fans each year. I am thrilled to be able to bring the story of the song to new.
She also released a movie called Mariah Carey’s All I Want For Christmas Is You in 2017.
The song’s legacy remains unparalleled. It charts every holiday season since its original release, and is estimated to have earned Carey $60 million in royalties. The song is also referred to as “the biggest Christmas song of all time”. The song’s immense popularity has earned Mariah the title ‘Queen of Christmas’.
After 25 years, the track finally reached No. 1 in Billboard Hot 100, becoming Mariah’s 19th song to do so and making the singer the solo artist with most Billboard Hot 100 chart-toppers. It also sets a new record of the longest run to No. 1 on the chart, surpassing Elton John’s re-recording of Candle in the Wind.
All I Want for Christmas Is You
Mariah Carey Lyrics
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There is just one thing I need
I don't care about the presents
Underneath the Christmas tree
I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
All I want for Christmas is you, yeah
You, yeah yeah
I don't want a lot for Christmas
There is just one thing I need (and I)
Don't care about the presents
Underneath the Christmas tree
I don't need to hang my stocking
There upon the fireplace
Santa Claus won't make me happy
With a toy on Christmas day
I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
All I want for Christmas is you
You, baby, oh
I won't ask for much this Christmas
I won't even wish for snow (and I)
I just wanna keep on waiting
Underneath the mistletoe
I won't make a list and send it
To the North Pole for Saint Nick
I won't even stay awake to
Hear those magic reindeer click
'Cause I just want you here tonight
Holding on to me so tight
What more can I do?
Oh, Baby all I want for Christmas is you
You, baby, ohh-oh
All the lights are shining
So brightly everywhere (so shiny baby)
And the sound of children's
Laughter fills the air (whoa, whoa-oh)
And everyone is singing (hey yeah)
I hear those sleigh bells ringing
Santa won't you bring me (yeah)
The one I really need? (Oh)
Won't you please bring my baby to me?
Oh, I don't want a lot for Christmas
This is all I'm asking for (and I)
I just wanna see my baby
Standing right outside my door
Oh, I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
Oh, baby all I want for Christmas is
You, baby
All I want for Christmas is you, baby (you)
All I want for Christmas is you, baby (ohh, ohh)
All I want for Christmas is you, baby (you, good night everybody)
All I want for Christmas is you, baby (all I want, thank you Tokyo)
All I want for Christmas is you, baby
(All I want, all I really want is)
(All I really want is, all I really want is)
All I want for Christmas is you, baby (you, you, you, you)
All I want for Christmas is you, baby (ohh-ohh, ooh)
You, you, you, you, you
You
All I want, all I really want, sayonara
The song "All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey is a timeless classic that has become a staple during the holiday season. The lyrics to the song express a sentiment not uncommon during the holiday season – the desire for love and companionship. Carey describes how she doesn't want material things for Christmas, just the companionship of a loved one. She expresses this desire in the lyrics, "I don't want a lot for Christmas, there is just one thing I need."
Through the lyrics, Carey expresses a sense of longing for love and affection from the person she cares about. She emphasizes this desire through phrases like "I just want you for my own, more than you could ever know" and "I just want you here tonight, holding on to me so tight." The emphasis on the emotional connection that comes with the holiday season is evident throughout the song as Carey sings about the joy of being around children, the warmth of the holiday lights, and the magic of Santa Claus.
Ultimately, the lyrics to "All I Want for Christmas Is You," express a desire for love, affection, and companionship. It is a song that resonates with individuals who might feel lonely or isolated during the holiday season, as well as those who place a higher emphasis on the emotional side of the holiday season.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't want a lot for Christmas
I'm not asking for much this Christmas
There is just one thing I need
I have one specific request
I don't care about the presents
Gifts are not important to me
Underneath the Christmas tree
Even if they're wrapped and waiting
I just want you for my own
All I truly want is to be with you
More than you could ever know
My feelings for you exceed what words can describe
Make my wish come true
Grant me my heartfelt desire
All I want for Christmas is you, yeah
You are the only gift I want this holiday season
I don't need to hang my stocking
Decorations and traditions don't hold value for me
There upon the fireplace
That's where people usually place stockings
Santa Claus won't make me happy
My happiness doesn't depend on a mythical figure
With a toy on Christmas day
Even if I get a present, it won't bring me the happiness being with you would
I won't ask for much this Christmas
My Christmas request is small
I won't even wish for snow
I don't care about the typical Christmas atmosphere
I just wanna keep on waiting
I'll wait patiently because I know what I truly want
Underneath the mistletoe
This is where I hope to be with you
I won't make a list and send it
I won't feel the need to be specific about my request
To the North Pole for Saint Nick
Not even Santa can give me what I truly want
I won't even stay awake
I won't stay up just to see if Santa has come
To hear those magic reindeer click
I don't care about the fanciful parts associated with Christmas
Cause I just want you here tonight
Being with you is all I need this evening
Holding on to me so tight
Your embrace is everything to me
What more can I do
I've shown you how much you mean to me in every way possible
Oh, baby all I want for Christmas is you
You alone are my heart's desire this holiday season
All the lights are shining
The city is bathed in lights
So brightly everywhere
They are bright and vibrant wherever you go
And the sound of children's laughter fills the air
The joy of this season is infectious, especially for kids
I hear those sleigh bells ringing
The distinctive sound of a sleigh can be heard in the distance
Santa won't you bring me
I'm not counting on Santa to bring me what I truly desire
The one I really need
You are the one I want to be with
Won't you please bring my baby to me quickly
If Santa is real and listening, I hope he can bring you to me soon
This is all I'm asking for
All I desire this Christmas is you
I just wanna see my baby
All I want for Christmas is to see you
Standing right outside my door
Being with you this holiday season is my only wish
All I want for Christmas is you, baby
You are the only gift I truly want this Christmas season
All I want for Christmas is you, baby
My wish is straightforward and clear: I want you
All I want for Christmas is you, baby
You are the only present I need this year
All I want for Christmas is you, baby
You are the sole focus of my Christmas wish
All I want for Christmas is you, baby
I can't stress this enough: all I want for Christmas is you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Mariah Carey, Walter N. Afanasieff
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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