The Christmas Song
Mike Sammes Singers Lyrics
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Jack Frost nipping at your nose
Yule-tide carols being sung by a choir
And folks dressed up like Eskimos.
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
Help to make the season bright
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow
They know that Santa's on his way
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
And every mother's child is gonna spy
To see if reindeer really know how to fly.
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
To kids from one to ninety-two
Although it's been said many times, many ways
Merry Christmas to you!
The lyrics of "The Christmas Song" by Mike Sammes Singers paint a vivid picture of the holiday season. The opening lines, "Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at your nose," create a cozy, warm atmosphere, while also reminding us of the coldness of winter. The mention of yule-tide carols and folks dressed up like Eskimos further adds to the festive theme of the song.
The second stanza of the song shifts the focus to the traditions associated with Christmas. The reference to turkey and mistletoe as items that help make the season bright is indicative of the importance of Christmas dinner and decorations. The mention of "tiny tots with their eyes all aglow" reminds us of the excitement that children feel during the holiday season. The anticipation of Santa's arrival and the hope of receiving gifts is also highlighted in this stanza.
The final stanza of the song serves as a message of good wishes to all ages. The offer of the phrase "Merry Christmas to you" extends beyond just children and encompasses everyone from "one to ninety-two." The repetition of the phrase "Although it's been said many times, many ways" highlights the universality of the message of Christmas.
Line by Line Meaning
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
It's cold outside and someone is keeping warm by a fire and cooking chestnuts on it.
Jack Frost nipping at your nose
The winter weather is affecting the person's nose, making it cold and numb, like it's being nipped by Jack Frost.
Yule-tide carols being sung by a choir
A choir is singing happy Christmas songs in celebration of the Yule-tide season.
And folks dressed up like Eskimos.
People are wearing warm, cozy clothing to protect themselves from the cold winter weather, like Eskimos might do.
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
Two items that are commonly associated with Christmas are turkeys and mistletoe, and everyone is aware of this.
Help to make the season bright
Turkeys and mistletoe add to the joyful and bright mood of the holiday season.
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow
The excitement of Christmas is making young children's eyes light up with anticipation and wonder.
Will find it hard to sleep tonight.
Children are too excited about Santa coming that they will have a hard time falling asleep.
They know that Santa's on his way
Children are aware that Santa Claus is coming to deliver presents and treats.
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
Santa has a lot of presents and treats on his sleigh to give to children who have been good throughout the year.
And every mother's child is gonna spy
Even the most well-behaved children will stay awake to spy on Santa and his reindeer flying through the sky.
To see if reindeer really know how to fly.
Children are questioning if Santa's reindeer actually fly through the sky, and they want to witness it for themselves.
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
The singer is offering a simple expression of goodwill and joy.
To kids from one to ninety-two
The message of goodwill and joy is intended for everyone, regardless of age.
Although it's been said many times, many ways
The message of goodwill and joy has been expressed in many different ways over the years, but it's still meaningful each time it's said.
Merry Christmas to you!
The singer wishes the listener a joyful and happy Christmas.
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