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Mele Kalikimaka
Meg Donnelly Lyrics
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On a bright Hawaiian Christmas Day,
That′s the island greeting that we send to you
From the land where palm trees sway,
Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright,
The sun to shine by day and all the stars at night,
To say ′Merry Christmas to you.'
Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say,
On a bright Hawaiian Christmas Day,
That's the island greeting that we send to you
From the land where palm trees sway,
Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright,
The sun to shine by day and all the stars at night,
Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii′s way
To say, ′Merry Christmas,
A very Merry Christmas to you.'
The lyrics for Meg Donnelly's song Mele Kalikimaka speak of the unique Hawaiian way of celebrating Christmas. The opening lines assert that Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say on a bright Hawaiian Christmas Day, emphasizing its importance in the local culture. The song goes on to describe the sunny and festive atmosphere of Hawaii during the season, with palm trees swaying and stars shining bright.
The repetition of the line "Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way to say Merry Christmas to you" further reinforces the significance of this greeting in Hawaiian culture. It highlights how the people of Hawaii have their own distinct way of celebrating Christmas, and that they take pride in it. Overall, the song paints a picture of a lively and joyful Christmas in Hawaii, inviting listeners to join in the celebration.
Line by Line Meaning
Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say,
The phrase 'Mele Kalikimaka' is the perfect way to express holiday cheer
On a bright Hawaiian Christmas Day,
During a sunny, tropical Christmas celebration
That′s the island greeting that we send to you
This is the unique way Hawaiians express their holiday wishes
From the land where palm trees sway,
In a location with lots of palm trees that gently sway in the breeze
Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright,
In this beautiful setting, Christmas is characterized by lush greenery and brightness
The sun to shine by day and all the stars at night,
During the day there is plenty of sunlight, and at night the stars are clearly visible
Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way
This phrase is uniquely Hawaiian
To say ′Merry Christmas to you.'
It is used to wish someone a very happy holiday season
Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say,
This phrase is the perfect way to express holiday cheer
On a bright Hawaiian Christmas Day,
During a sunny, tropical Christmas celebration
That's the island greeting that we send to you
This is the unique way Hawaiians express their holiday wishes
Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii′s way
This phrase is specific and unique to the state of Hawaii
To say, ′Merry Christmas,
It is the perfect way to wish someone a joyful holiday season
A very Merry Christmas to you.'
Wishing someone a very happy and enjoyable Christmas
Writer(s): Robert Alexander Anderson
Contributed by Emily R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Smyrak Productions
Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say on a bright Hawaiian Christmas day
That's the island greeting that we send to you
From the land where palm trees sway
Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright
The sun will shine by day and all the stars at night
Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way to say Merry Christmas to you
Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say on a bright Hawaiian Christmas day
That's the island greeting that we send to you
From the land where palm trees sway
Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright
The sun will shine by day and all the stars at night
Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way to say Merry Christmas to you
Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright
The sun will shine by day and all the stars at night
Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way to say Merry Christmas to you
Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say on a bright Hawaiian Christmas day
That's the island greeting that we send to you
From the land where palm trees sway
Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright
The sun will shine by day and all the stars at night
Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way to say Merry Christmas,
A very Merry Christmas, a very, very, very Merry Merry Christmas to you
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Que hermosa canción 💗
Smyrak Productions
Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say on a bright Hawaiian Christmas day
That's the island greeting that we send to you
From the land where palm trees sway
Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright
The sun will shine by day and all the stars at night
Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way to say Merry Christmas to you
Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say on a bright Hawaiian Christmas day
That's the island greeting that we send to you
From the land where palm trees sway
Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright
The sun will shine by day and all the stars at night
Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way to say Merry Christmas to you
Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright
The sun will shine by day and all the stars at night
Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way to say Merry Christmas to you
Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say on a bright Hawaiian Christmas day
That's the island greeting that we send to you
From the land where palm trees sway
Here we know that Christmas will be green and bright
The sun will shine by day and all the stars at night
Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way to say Merry Christmas,
A very Merry Christmas, a very, very, very Merry Merry Christmas to you
Jose :D
Thank you very much and have a very very good Christmas 🎄🎊🎁
Xiao Ritsuka
Gosh I love megs vocals so much. Now I have mix feeling about this song. I live in Hawaii and I’ve lived here my whole life and I’ve grown up on mele kalikimaka. I’m so used to the one from uncle willie K that this one kinda puts me off. However at the same time it is still a really good cover and I like the she says the word mele kalikimaka right
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Sana all.. been living in Hawaii😂😂
DMN 14
Kahaulani Blackrose SAME I live in Hawaii too! 😁
Kayla Sylvester
i agree with you 100%...have been living in hawaii all my life as well and i was a little skeptical at first but it is pretty good
Bradley Cotton
Kahaulani Blackrose Perfect annunciation.
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Amei 💚🇧🇷
Lovencia Cadet
I love you so much Meg 😘😘
Good job