SWV (Sisters with Voices) is an American R&B vocal trio from New York City,… Read Full Bio ↴SWV (Sisters with Voices) is an American R&B vocal trio from New York City, New York whose members are Cheryl (Coko) Gamble, Tamara (Taj) Johnson and Leanne (Lelee) Lyons. Formed in 1988 as a gospel group, SWV became one of the most successful R&B groups of the 1990s. The group disbanded in 1998 to pursue solo projects and reunited in 2005. SWV has sold more than 25 million records worldwide, making them one of the best-selling girl groups of all time.

This Christmas
SWV Lyrics

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(Verse)
Hang all the mistletoe
I want to get to know you better
(This Christmas)
And as we trim the tree
How much fun it's gonna be together
(This Christmas)
The fireside is blazing bright

We're carrolling through the night

(Chorus)
And this Christmas will be
A very special Christmas for me

(Verse)
Presents and cards are here
My world is filled with cheer and you
(This Christmas)
Lights twinkle all around
Your eyes out shine the town, they do
(This Christmas)
The fireside is blazing bright
We're carrolling through the night

(Chorus)
The fireside is blazing bright
We're carrolling through the night

(Chorus)
Have yourself a merry christmas

It's gonna be a special christmas
Repeat Until Fade...

Overall Meaning

SWV's song "This Christmas" is a festive tune filled with joy, love, and holiday cheer. The song starts with the lyrics "Hang all the mistletoe, I want to get to know you better" which sets up a romantic atmosphere. The singer wants to connect with someone and hopes to understand them better during this holiday season. As they trim the Christmas tree, they can't wait to have fun with their loved one and make new memories together. The fireside is blazing bright, and they're caroling through the night.

The second verse continues with the happiness present in the singer's life. Presents and cards have arrived, and their world is filled with cheer and joy because of their partner. Lights twinkle all around, but their partner's eyes outshine the town. The fire is blazing bright, and they're caroling through the night. The song ends with the chorus of "This Christmas will be a very special Christmas for me" and they hope to have a merry Christmas and a special one with their loved one.

Line by Line Meaning

Hang all the mistletoe
Let's decorate our house with mistletoe to create a romantic environment.

I want to get to know you better
I want to spend more time with you and strengthen our relationship.

And as we trim the tree
Let's decorate the Christmas tree together and enjoy the moment.

How much fun it's gonna be together
We'll have a lot of fun doing these things together and enjoying the holiday season.

The fireside is blazing bright
The fireplace is glowing, and we feel cozy and warm inside our home.

We're carrolling through the night
We're singing Christmas carols and spreading the holiday cheer all around.

Presents and cards are here
We have exchanged gifts and greeting cards to show our love and appreciation for each other.

My world is filled with cheer and you
I'm feeling happy and joyful because you are here with me to celebrate Christmas.

Lights twinkle all around
The twinkling lights on our tree and in the surrounding area create a festive and joyful atmosphere.

Your eyes out shine the town, they do
The brightness in your eyes is more radiant than the lights all around the town.

Have yourself a merry christmas
Wishing you a joyful and happy Christmas!

It's gonna be a special christmas
This Christmas is going to be memorable and special for us.

Lyrics © DistroKid, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Donny Edward Hathaway, Nadine McKinnor

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