England's one-man answer to Ferrante and Teicher, Aldrich churned out a ste… Read Full Bio ↴England's one-man answer to Ferrante and Teicher, Aldrich churned out a steady stream of albums featuring his "Twin Pianos" for London's Phase 4 label, starting in 1961--most of them no more distinguished than F&T's post-"prepared piano" recordings. Aldrich studied at the Guildhall School of Music in London and played and arranged for the RAF Dance Orchestra during World War Two. After the war, he remained associated with the group as it mutated into "The Squadronaires" and became one of the most popular groups in England. Aldrich eventually became the band's leader and conductor, and stayed in that role until the group dissolved in 1964. He also worked as musical director for Thames Television.

Aldrich's albums are usually pretty , easy listening,but if you haven't heard one, it's worth spending up to three bucks to own your own little bit of authentic 60s experience. Not the Haight-Ashbury-Woodstock-Jimi Hendrix kind of experience, but the experience most people had. What he produced entertained millions, although obviously not cutting edge music. Put on Ronnie's take on "Music to Watch Girls By" and you can imagine yourself strolling down the aisle at the A&P or shopping for school clothes at J.C. Penney. Or riding an elevator to your dad's office. Or waiting at the Omaha Airport. Who needs Eastern philosophy to get blissed out?

Born at Erith , Kent, U K, 15th February 1916, educated in Folkestone and proved musically talented as he learnt to play the piano aged only 3 !!! After his musical career he retired to the Isle of Man, where he died, from prostate cancer, aged 77, on the 30th September 1993.

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Ronnie Aldrich Lyrics

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Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Let your heart be light
From now on, our troubles will be out of sight
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Make the Yuletide gay
From now on, our troubles will be miles away
Here we are as in olden days
Happy golden days of yore

Faithful friends who are dear to us
Gather near to us once more
Through the years we all will be together
If the fates allow
So hang a shining star upon the highest bough
And have yourself a merry little Christmas now

Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Let your heart be light
From now on, our troubles will be out of sight
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Make the Yuletide gay

From now on, our troubles will be miles away
Here we are as in olden days
Happy golden days of yore
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Gather near to us once more
Through the years we all will be together
If the fates allow

So hang a shining star upon the highest bough
And have yourself a merry little Christmas now

Overall Meaning

The song "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" by Ronnie Aldrich is a traditional Christmas song that carries a message of hope and joy. The song expresses the idea of enjoying the festive season with family and friends despite the difficulties and hardships one may have encountered throughout the year.

The song begins with a simple yet powerful message of peace and letting go of all worries. The first verse urges the listener to have a "merry little Christmas" and to "Let your heart be light", signifying the importance of approaching the season with a positive and joyful spirit. The song encourages individuals to focus on the present moment while escaping the worries of the past and future.

The second verse acknowledges the good old days and the importance of cherished memories. The line "Gather near to us once more" emphasizes the importance of coming together with friends and family, possibly reflecting on past Christmases spent together. The song then ends with the hope of spending more Christmases together, the idea of destiny playing a role as it states "through the years we all will be together if the fates allow." The song thus provides a message of hope and the power of love and family during hard times.

Line by Line Meaning

Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Wish you a joyful and delightful Christmas celebration

Let your heart be light
Relax and feel at ease; let go of your worries and be content

From now on, our troubles will be out of sight
Our problems will fade away; we can focus on the present moment and enjoy ourselves

Make the Yuletide gay
Celebrate the festive season with happiness and merriment

Here we are as in olden days
We are gathered like we used to do in the past

Happy golden days of yore
Remembering the joyful memories of the past

Faithful friends who are dear to us
Friends who are loyal and important to us

Gather near to us once more
Come together and spend time with each other again

Through the years we all will be together
We will continue to be united in the coming years

If the fates allow
If circumstances permit us to be together

So hang a shining star upon the highest bough
Put a shining star in the most prominent place

And have yourself a merry little Christmas now
Enjoy your Christmas celebration in the moment

Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Tratore, Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane

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