Merry Xmas Everybody
Robbie Williams Jamie Cullum Lyrics
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It's the time that every Santa has a ball
Does he ride a red-nosed reindeer?
Does he turn up on his sleigh?
Do the fairies keep him sober for a day?
So here it is, Merry Christmas
Everybody's having fun
It's only just begun
Are you waiting for the family to arrive?
Are you sure you've got the room to spare inside?
Does your granny always tell you
That old songs are the best?(She does)
Then she's up and rock 'n rolling with the rest
So here it is, Merry Christmas
Everybody's having fun
Look to the future now
It's only just begun
So what will your daddy do when he sees your momma kissing Santa Claus?
Are you hanging up your stockings on your wall?
Are you hoping that the snow will start to fall?
Do you ride on down the hillside
In a buggy you have made?
When you land upon your head then you've been slayed
So here it is, Merry Christmas
Everybody's having fun
Look to the future now
It's only just begun
So here it is, Merry Christmas
Everybody's having fun
Look to the future now
It's only just begun
(It's only just begun)
So here it is, Merry Christmas
Everybody's having fun
(Everybody's having fun)
Look to the future now
It's only just begun
Merry Christmas mate
And to you
The opening lines of the song ask a series of fun and playful questions about Santa and his Christmas traditions. The first line, "Are you hanging up your stockings on your wall?" is a reference to the Christmas tradition of hanging stockings on the fireplace mantle, which are supposedly filled with presents by Santa Claus. The next line, "It's the time that every Santa has a ball," suggests that Santa Claus is busy delivering presents all over the world and enjoying the festive season.
The chorus of the song, "So here it is, Merry Christmas, everybody's having fun, look to the future now, it's only just begun," is a message of hope and optimism for the new year that's to come. The song encourages people to enjoy the present moment and embrace the joyful feeling of the holiday season. The following verse asks if you're waiting for your family to arrive, and if you have enough space for everyone. It's a relatable sentiment for many people who struggle to accommodate large family gatherings during the holidays.
The last verse of the song references a popular Christmas song, "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus," and asks what a father might do if he caught his wife kissing Santa Claus. The final lines of the song repeat the chorus, inviting listeners to celebrate the holiday season and look forward to the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you hanging up your stockings on your wall?
Are you preparing for Christmas by hanging stockings?
It's the time that every Santa has a ball
Christmas is the time when every Santa has fun
Does he ride a red-nosed reindeer?
Does Santa ride a reindeer with a red nose?
Does he turn up on his sleigh?
Does Santa arrive in his sleigh?
Do the fairies keep him sober for a day?
Do the fairies ensure that Santa stays sober for a day?
So here it is, Merry Christmas
So, here is wishing you a Merry Christmas
Everybody's having fun
Everyone is having a good time
Look to the future now
Start planning for the future
It's only just begun
This is only the start
Are you waiting for the family to arrive?
Are you waiting for your family to come for Christmas?
Are you sure you've got the room to spare inside?
Do you have enough room inside your house for everyone?
Does your granny always tell you
Does your grandmother always tell you
That old songs are the best?(She does)
That old songs are better than new ones? (She does)
Then she's up and rock 'n rolling with the rest
Then she joins in with the rest of the group and has fun
So what will your daddy do when he sees your momma kissing Santa Claus?
What will happen if your dad sees your mom kissing Santa?
Are you hoping that the snow will start to fall?
Do you wish for snow to fall on Christmas?
Do you ride on down the hillside
Do you ride down the hill on a sled
In a buggy you have made?
In a sled that you made?
When you land upon your head then you've been slayed
If you land on your head, then you have been defeated by the slope
Merry Christmas mate
Happy Holidays my friend
And to you
And to you as well
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: James Lea, Neville Holder
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ModdBoy
Their voices really compliment each other. Wonderfully played.
@schmidtrock1910
The arrangements are absolutely beautiful and how there vocals harmonize is amazing just wonderful
@BradleyOsborneOfficial
Schmidt rock Harmonise? I missed that
@justenglish8366
BRADLEY OSBORNE he means the chorus i guess. Double sound thing
@Liefssmarije
Two of Britain’s greatest voices together & an amazing orchestra. What a treat! Can’t wait for Christmas now. Definitely gonna be happy, blasting this when decorating the tree.
@LewisMorleyMusic
For years I have thought that this kind of swingy arrangement of this song would work so well - as soon as I saw that these 2 had released a cover I practically knew that this was going to be that version - and I wasn't disappointed! Pure class! :D and Merry Christmas to all! :) Xx
@MrEmilia92
I can’t wait to hear this album! Your voice is amazing Robbie!! xx
@cindyharrington5958
This is wonderful. Can't wait to hear the rest of the album.
@patriciabennett1819
Perfect. Great collaboration between two greats. Got it going on. So much to look forward to.Robbie plus James a winning combination!!!! Thank you so very much.
@cristinamacorini7291
Lo amo da sempre