Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree
Olivia Newton-John/John Travolta Lyrics

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Rocking around the Christmas tree
At the Christmas party hop
Mistletoe hung where you can see
Every couple tries to stop
Rocking around the Christmas tree,
Let the Christmas spirit ring
Later we'll have some pumpkin pie
And we'll do some caroling.

You will get a sentimental
Feeling when you hear
Voices singing let's be jolly,
Deck the halls with boughs of holly
Rocking around the Christmas tree,
Have a happy holiday

Everyone dancing merrily
In the new old-fashioned way.

Overall Meaning

The song "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree" is an upbeat holiday classic that invites the listener to join in on the festivities of a Christmas party. The lyrics describe the fun and excitement of dancing and celebrating with loved ones during the holiday season. The line "Mistletoe hung where you can see, Every couple tries to stop" suggests that even though Christmas is a time for general merriment, it's also a great opportunity for romance. The nostalgic line "You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear, voices singing let's be jolly" shows how Christmas is a time for sentimental memories and a chance to look back on happy occasions.

The chorus repeatedly exclaims "Rocking around the Christmas tree, let the Christmas spirit ring" which encourages listeners to make the most of the festive period and enjoy the present moment. The line "In the new old-fashioned way" shows how Christmas traditions have been passed down through generations, yet every year there is always something new to experience. The song ends with the promise of more fun to come, with the line "Later we'll have some pumpkin pie and we'll do some caroling".

Line by Line Meaning

Rocking around the Christmas tree
We're dancing in a circle around the Christmas tree

At the Christmas party hop
We're at a Christmas-themed dance party

Mistletoe hung where you can see
Someone put up mistletoe in a noticeable place

Every couple tries to stop
When under the mistletoe, couples pause to kiss

Let the Christmas spirit ring
We want the joy of Christmas to be felt

Later we'll have some pumpkin pie
After dancing and singing, we'll eat pumpkin pie

And we'll do some caroling.
We'll sing Christmas carols together

You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear
Hearing Christmas songs makes us nostalgic and emotional

Voices singing let's be jolly,
The lyrics urge us to enjoy the holiday mood

Deck the halls with boughs of holly
Decorate everywhere with holly branches

Have a happy holiday
Make the most of the holiday season and be happy