Christmas Spirit
Richard Marx (Holiday) Lyrics
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I don't have to check it twice
I'm gonna have to count of St. Nick
Maybe he can make it right
I know but I'll try anything
And miracles have happened
And I think I hear those sleigh bells ring
I gotta get the Christmas spirit
I can't get anywhere near it
But I'm here hoping desperately
I'll do it up with all the trimmings
Christmas tree and carols singing
Anything to bring my baby back to me
All I want's a happy ending
Waiting there when I get home
I don't want to wind up spending
Another winter all alone
I hope it's not too much to ask
I'm sure you must be busy
So I'll try to end this story fast
Oh oh
I gotta get the Christmas spirit
I can't get anywhere near it
But I'm here hoping desperately
I'll do it up with all the trimmings
Christmas tree and carols singing
Anything to bring my baby back to me
I gotta get the Christmas spirit
I can't get anywhere near it
But I'm here hoping desperately
I'll do it up with all the trimmings
Christmas tree and carols singing
Anything to bring my baby back to me
Santa bring my baby back
Santa bring my baby back
Santa bring my baby back to me
Santa bring my baby back
Santa bring my baby back
Santa bring my baby back to me
In the song "Christmas Spirit," Richard Marx sings about wanting to reconnect with someone special during the holiday season. This person is his "baby," and he's hoping that Santa Claus can bring her back to him as his only desired gift. Marx is feeling the pressure of time and is pleading with St. Nick to make a miracle happen, even though he knows it might be a long shot.
The lyrics indicate that Marx is lonely during the holidays and is missing his significant other. He hopes to bring his loved one back by doing up the holiday season with all the trimmings, including a Christmas tree and carols. Marx is searching for the Christmas spirit that has eluded him, hoping to find it in the holiday traditions he observes.
The song's message is one of hope and longing, highlighting the power of love and how it can make the season brighter. It's a poignant reminder that the most important gift is often the love of those closest to us.
Line by Line Meaning
Only one gift on my list
There is only one thing I want for Christmas
I don't have to check it twice
I am sure that this one thing is all I want
I'm gonna have to count of St. Nick
I am relying on Santa Claus to bring me what I want
Maybe he can make it right
Perhaps Santa Claus will be able to fulfill my wish
I know but I'll try anything
I am willing to do whatever it takes to get what I want
And miracles have happened
I have seen unlikely events occur in the past
And I think I hear those sleigh bells ring
I am starting to feel hopeful that Santa Claus is on his way
I gotta get the Christmas spirit
I need to feel the joy and warmth of the holiday season
I can't get anywhere near it
I am struggling to feel festive
But I'm here hoping desperately
Despite my lack of holiday cheer, I am wishing for a happy ending
I'll do it up with all the trimmings
I will decorate and celebrate in full holiday fashion
Christmas tree and carols singing
I will participate in traditional Christmas festivities
Anything to bring my baby back to me
I am doing all of this to try to reunite with my loved one
All I want's a happy ending
I just want a positive outcome to my situation
Waiting there when I get home
I hope that my loved one will be waiting for me when I return
I don't want to wind up spending
I don't want to endure another lonely winter
Another winter all alone
I don't want to be single during the holiday season
I hope it's not too much to ask
I am worried that I am asking for too much
I'm sure you must be busy
I understand that Santa Claus has a lot to do
So I'll try to end this story fast
I know I am asking for a lot, so I will wrap this up quickly
Santa bring my baby back
I am pleading with Santa Claus to reunite me with my loved one
Santa bring my baby back to me
I want to spend the holiday season with my significant other
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RICHARD MARX, FEE WAYBILL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MaidenCharlotte
I just don't understand why this Christmas song is not a huge hit. It is by far one of the best original songs I have heard in many years. If this song came out 25 years ago it would have been very huge.
@eriche7368
Good song
@joshuaecht
It feels like a Chicago/Journey/Diane Warren composition, so if it came out in '88-90, it definitely would have. It reminds me of "All Alone on Christmas" by Darlene Love. One song that came out later also has a similar feel--"Underneath the Tree" by Kelly Clarkson. Big '60s-'70s sound.
@Jennifer8080
Agree! My favorite one.
@amylu867
This has been 1 of my favorite Christmas songs since its release.
@davehuddy
Richard or his management should really push this in the UK, especially now any songs Richard is now releasing are getting airplay..
Brilliant Christmas song
@BlessedLifeLoveandFaith
After two years later, I am still in LOVE with this song! You are the best Mr. Richard Marx. ♡ :)
@jc2333
Richard is a great poetic songwriter.
@user-rk5bd4ev9m
Happy Holidays 2023❤❤❤
@nosleepdelirium1214
This is THE best video I've ever seen.