When Christmas Comes Around
Matt Terry Lyrics


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Winter days, turn to grey, put the headlights on
Snow and rain, wiped away, I can't keep my eyes on the road
When I'm driving home, I got tears, running down
Burning in my eyes and you and I, heated by the flicker of a light and it glow
And I let it go

But I just got here
I know it's been a while darling, dear
There's been a change in the time of year
When the frost bites the snow
And Christmas comes around

For the down and outs
And broken lay-abouts
What will they do now?
When Christmas comes around
We were so in love
Till I messed it up
But who will love me now?
When Christmas comes around

Family asking me, why I let you go
Telling me, it's a mistake
I'm telling them that I know
But I can't call you
Your inner space, better place
Loving on a new man
I don't blame you at all
You did all that you can, I know

But I just got here
I know it's been a while darling, dear
There's been a change in the time of year
When the frost bites the snow
And Christmas comes around

For the down and outs
And broken lay-abouts
What will they do now?
When Christmas comes around
We were so in love
Till I messed it up
But who will love me now?
When Christmas comes around

And I'm sick of all the songs
The Christmas sing-alongs
The merry and the cheer
'Cause I don't feel like that this year
All the bells are all in sync
And my soul is on the brink
So I'll have myself a drink
And sing
When Christmas comes around

For the down and outs
And broken lay-abouts
What will they do now?
When Christmas comes around
We were so in love
Till I messed it up
But who will love me now?
When Christmas comes around





Who will love me now, when Christmas comes around?

Overall Meaning

The song "When Christmas Comes Around" by Matt Terry is a heart-wrenching ballad about lost love and the loneliness that can come with the holiday season. The song explores the emotions of someone driving home alone through winter weather, filled with tears and memories of a past relationship. The lyrics evoke a sense of regret, as the singer acknowledges that they messed up the relationship and lost someone they were once deeply in love with. Despite the festive season around them, the singer is unable to find joy or comfort, feeling like an outsider who doesn't fit in with the merry crowd. The chorus highlights the sense of loss and uncertainty, asking the question "Who will love me now, when Christmas comes around?"


The song also speaks to the broader societal issue of loneliness and isolation during the holidays, particularly for those who are struggling with mental health, financial or family problems. It acknowledges the difficulty faced by the "down and outs" and "broken layabouts", who are often left behind during a time of year that's supposed to be filled with happiness and love.


Overall, "When Christmas Comes Around" is a poignant and thought-provoking song that offers a unique perspective on the holiday season, exploring themes of loss, regret and loneliness.


Line by Line Meaning

Winter days, turn to grey, put the headlights on
The days become cold and dark and require the use of headlights while driving.


Snow and rain, wiped away, I can't keep my eyes on the road
Heavy rain or snow makes it difficult to drive as it impairs vision.


When I'm driving home, I got tears, running down
The singer becomes emotional while driving home and cries.


Burning in my eyes and you and I, heated by the flicker of a light and it glow
Memories of the singer's past relationship create a sense of passion and warmth.


And I let it go
The singer tries to let go of their emotions and memories of their past relationship.


But I just got here
The singer has just returned from being away for a while.


I know it's been a while darling, dear
The singer acknowledges that they have been away from their loved ones for a while.


There's been a change in the time of year
The nature of the season has changed in some way.


When the frost bites the snow
The cold winter weather has arrived.


And Christmas comes around
It is now the holiday season.


For the down and outs
The less fortunate people in society.


And broken lay-abouts
Individuals who are struggling to get their lives together.


What will they do now?
How will these people cope during the holiday season?


We were so in love
The singer and their ex-partner were once deeply in love with each other.


Till I messed it up
The singer acknowledges that they were the one who caused the end of the relationship.


But who will love me now?
The singer is feeling insecure and wonders if anyone will ever love them again.


Family asking me, why I let you go
The singer's family is questioning their decision to break up with their ex-partner.


Telling me, it's a mistake
The singer's family believes that their decision to end the relationship was a mistake.


I'm telling them that I know
The singer is assuring their family that they made the right decision.


But I can't call you
The singer is unable to contact their ex-partner.


Your inner space, better place
The singer acknowledges that their ex-partner is now in a better emotional state without them.


Loving on a new man
The ex-partner is now with a new romantic partner.


I don't blame you at all
The singer does not blame their ex-partner for moving on with someone else.


You did all that you can, I know
The singer recognizes that their ex-partner tried their best in the relationship.


And I'm sick of all the songs
The singer is tired of hearing holiday music.


The Christmas sing-alongs
The songs that people tend to sing together during Christmas celebrations.


The merry and the cheer
The generally happy and cheerful mood that surrounds the holiday season.


'Cause I don't feel like that this year
The singer is not in the mood to celebrate Christmas this year.


All the bells are all in sync
The bells that traditionally ring during the holiday season are all ringing at the same time.


And my soul is on the brink
The singer's emotional state is fragile and they feel like they are about to break down.


So I'll have myself a drink
The singer will try to cope with their emotions by drinking alcohol.


And sing
The singer will express their emotions through singing.


Who will love me now, when Christmas comes around?
The singer is feeling lonely and wondering if anyone will love them during the holiday season.




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"When Christmas Comes Around"

Winter days, turn to grey, put the headlights on
Snow and rain, wiped away, I can't keep my eyes on the road
When I'm driving home, I got tears, running down, burning in my eyes and you and I, heated by the flicker of a lighter
Oh, and I let it go

But I just got here
I know it's been a while darling, dear
There's been a change in the time of year
When the frost bites the snow
And Christmas comes around

For the down and outs
And broken lay-abouts
What will they do now?
When Christmas comes around
We were so in love
Till I messed it up
But who will love me now?
When Christmas comes around

Family asking me, why I let you go
Telling me, its a mistake
I'm telling them that I know
But I can't call you
Your inner space, better place
Loving on a new man
I don't blame you at all
You did all that you can, I know

But I just got here
I know it's been a while darling, dear
There's been a change in the time of year
When the frost bites the snow
And Christmas comes around

For the down and outs
And broken lay-abouts
What will they do now?
When Christmas comes around
We were so in love
Till I messed it up
But who will love me now?
When Christmas comes around

And I'm sick of all the songs
The Christmas sing-alongs
The merry and the cheer
'Cause I don't feel like that this year
All the bells are all in sync
And my soul is on the brink
So I'll have myself a drink, and sing
When Christmas comes around

For the down and outs
And broken lay-abouts
What will they do now?
When Christmas comes around
We were so in love
Till I messed it up
But who will love me now?
When Christmas comes around

Who will love me now?
When Christmas comes around



Zahraa Al

"When Christmas Comes Around"

Winter days, turn to grey, put the headlights on
Snow and rain, wiped away, I can't keep my eyes on the road
When I'm driving home, I got tears, running down, burning in my eyes and you and I, heated by the flicker of a lighter
Oh, and I let it go

But I just got here
I know it's been a while darling, dear
There's been a change in the time of year
When the frost bites the snow
And Christmas comes around

For the down and outs
And broken lay-abouts
What will they do now?
When Christmas comes around
We were so in love
Till I messed it up
But who will love me now?
When Christmas comes around

Family asking me, why I let you go
Telling me, its a mistake
I'm telling them that I know
But I can't call you
Your inner space, better place
Loving on a new man
I don't blame you at all
You did all that you can, I know

But I just got here
I know it's been a while darling, dear
There's been a change in the time of year
When the frost bites the snow
And Christmas comes around

For the down and outs
And broken lay-abouts
What will they do now?
When Christmas comes around
We were so in love
Till I messed it up
But who will love me now?
When Christmas comes around

And I'm sick of all the songs
The Christmas sing-alongs
The merry and the cheer
'Cause I don't feel like that this year
All the bells are all in sync
And my soul is on the brink
So I'll have myself a drink, and sing
When Christmas comes around

For the down and outs
And broken lay-abouts
What will they do now?
When Christmas comes around
We were so in love
Till I messed it up
But who will love me now?
When Christmas comes around

Who will love me now?
When Christmas comes around



All comments from YouTube:

07Murdoc

Please tell me I'm not the only one that comes back every Christmas.

SuperDyl13

you're defo not. i'm here for the 5th year in a row

Luke Stanworth

Every year I love this song has such a meaning

Gunita Lane

Not the only one

Gunita Lane

Nope

Emily Boylan

me too

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CJ isCool

2019 October? This song never gets old. I remember listening to this on his live x-factor audition debut. Well deserved.

Lou Martin

His first single after winning the X Factor 2016, Ed Sheeran composed this song specifically for the winner of Xfactor 2016, where Matt Terry emerged as the winner, Nicole Scherzinger was his judge mentor

Summer Stokes

CJ isCool Friday 8 April 2020?

Sashi jamir

Me too

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