In addition to his career with Lonestar, McDonald sang harmony vocals on Mindy McCready's 1997 single "Maybe He'll Notice Her Now". He has also co-written four singles for other country music artists, including "She's Always Right" by Clay Walker, "Let Them Be Little" by Billy Dean (which was also recorded by Lonestar), "Coalmine" by Sara Evans, and "Once a Woman Gets a Hold of Your Heart" by Heartland.
McDonald announced his departure from Lonestar in 2007, with Cody Collins succeeding him as the band's lead vocalist. On November 8, 2007, Richie released an album of Christmas music, titled If Every Day Could Be Christmas. Also featured on the new album is "Coming Home for Christmas," a collaboration with Jim Brickman.
McDonald released his solo debut album I Turn to You on June 3, 2008. He signed a deal with Stroudavarious Records a month later. His first single for the label, "How Do I Just Stop", was released in November, but did not chart until the week of January 17, 2009, where it debuted at number 53 on the Hot Country Songs chart and peaked at 51. A second single, "Hey God", which was originally on his I Turn to You album and before that on Lonestar's 2006 album Mountains, was released on March 3, 2009, but was withdrawn from country radio and replaced with "Six Foot Teddy Bear."
McDonald released Slowdown, his second solo album, in 2010. This album included "How Do I Just Stop", which also peaked at number 51.
Coming Home For Christmas
Richie McDonald Lyrics
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When I think of you I think of home
And I know all these miles that come between us
For a while will melt away
If I could make this plane go any faster
I'd be standing right outside your door
I can close my eyes and see that sweet look of surprise
Hang the mistletoe by the fire's glow, put the angel on the tree
Light a candle in the window just for me
I'll bring you all my heart and soul, my love, my hugs and kisses
I'm coming home, I'm coming home for Christmas
Everywhere I go it makes me miss you
'Cause everywhere I look, it's red and green
Everybody celebrating, oh it makes me wait and slowdown the day
I'm on my way
Hang the mistletoe by the fire's glow, put the angel on the tree
Light a candle in the window just for me
I'll bring you all my heart and soul, my love, my hugs and kisses
I'm coming home, I'm coming home for Christmas
Wanna hear all about all the things you're doing
And make up for lost time
Tell you what I've been through, laugh like we always do
God, I've been missing you
Hang the mistletoe by the fire's glow, put the angel on the tree
Light a candle in the window just for me
I'll bring you all my heart and soul, my love, my hugs and kisses
I'm coming home, you won't be alone, I'm coming home for Christmas
The song Coming Home For Christmas by Richie McDonald is a heartwarming ode to the feeling of coming home for the holidays. The lyrics beautifully describe the longing to be with family during the most special time of the year. The line "When I think of snow I think of Christmas, when I think of you I think of home" captures the essence of the holiday season, when the world around is adorned with decorations and lights, and the homecoming feels all the more special.
The lyrics express the desire to be back home for Christmas, to be reunited with loved ones, to exchange hugs and kisses, and to relive old memories. The longing to be with family is captured brilliantly in lines like "I'm on my way, I'm coming home for Christmas," and "God, I've been missing you." The song emphasizes the importance of the holiday season, and how it brings together all those who are close to our hearts.
Line by Line Meaning
When I think of snow I think of Christmas
Snow reminds me of Christmas
When I think of you I think of home
You make me think of home
And I know all these miles that come between us
For a while will melt away
Even though we are miles apart, it won't matter soon
If I could make this plane go any faster
I'd be standing right outside your door
I can close my eyes and see that sweet look of surprise
There on your face, it's worth the wait
I wish I could get there faster to see the surprise on your face, but it will be worth the wait
Hang the mistletoe by the fire's glow, put the angel on the tree
Light a candle in the window just for me
I'll bring you all my heart and soul, my love, my hugs and kisses
I'm coming home, I'm coming home for Christmas
Prepare your home with decorations and I will bring everything I have for Christmas, I am coming home
Everywhere I go it makes me miss you
'Cause everywhere I look, it's red and green
Everybody celebrating, oh it makes me wait and slowdown the day
I'm on my way
Wherever I go, the decorations remind me of you and make me miss you more. I can't wait for Christmas and I'm making my way home.
Wanna hear all about all the things you're doing
And make up for lost time
Tell you what I've been through, laugh like we always do
God, I've been missing you
I want to catch up on everything you've been doing and make up for lost time. I've missed you so much.
I'm coming home, you won't be alone, I'm coming home for Christmas
I'm coming home and we will be together for Christmas
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP
Written by: JAMES MERRILL BRICKMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Matt Smith
What a great new song, building on our Christmas tradition. A great talent - thank you for posting this.
Lg Mayes
Christmas just hurts...more every year...this song makes me long for someone waiting for me to come home..🌲
fgilly
I know Glenn personally and he does incredible work for a one-man show. I love his stuff.
Marissa Webner
I'm singing this song for choir, it sounds so good!
Katie Tucker
My honors choir is singing this for our winter concert next Tuesday, it's one of my favorites that we're singing this year
Honzoot
Beautiful piece of music ❤❤❤
Grace Barzyz
Beautiful.........sung with so much heart ❤
Dale London
what a fantastic song & video. Mahalo for sharing!!
Kimberly Thiel
Y ES YES YESSSSS I FINALLY FOUND THIS SONG! I'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR IT FOR WEEKS.. ITS A MIRACLE
Mina Bassal
Lovely song! Thank you :)