I'll Be Home For Christmas
Schuur Diane Lyrics
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You can plan on me
Please have snow and mistletoe
And presents on the tree
Christmas Eve will find me
Where the lovelight gleams
I'll be home for Christmas
I'll be home for Christmas
You can plan on me
Please have snow and mistletoe
And presents on the tree
Christmas Eve will find me
Where the lovelight gleams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
Schuur Diane’s song “I’ll Be Home For Christmas” is a poignant expression of longing and nostalgia for the warmth and comfort of home during a festive season. The first verse emphasizes the singer's commitment to return home for Christmas and encourages loved ones to plan accordingly. The second and third verses paint a picture of the ideal Christmas setting with snow, mistletoe, and presents under the tree. The last line, “If only in my dreams”, is the most moving part of the song as it emphasizes the stark reality that not everyone is fortunate enough to spend Christmas with their loved ones. However, the mere idea of being able to spend Christmas at home brings immense comfort and joy to the singer, even if it’s only a dream.
The song’s ability to convey the sense of longing and nostalgia for the comforts of home is what makes it a timeless classic. It’s not just about the commercial aspects of the festive season but the deep emotional connections that people have with their family and home. The lyrics express this longing in a beautiful and moving way that has resonated with generations.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll be home for Christmas
I promise to be there for Christmas
You can plan on me
You can rely on me to show up
Please have snow and mistletoe
I hope there will be snow and decorations like mistletoe
And presents on the tree
And gifts under the Christmas tree
Christmas Eve will find me
On Christmas Eve, I'll be somewhere
Where the lovelight gleams
Where there is warmth and happiness
I'll be home for Christmas
I will do everything I can to be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
Even if it's just in my thoughts and dreams
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., CARLIN AMERICA INC
Written by: Buck Ram, Kim Gannon, Walter Kent
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