I'll Be Home for Christmas
Seeley Drew Lyrics
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Of a place I love
Even more than I usually do.
And although I know
It's a long road back
I promise you
I'll be home for Christmas.
So please have snow and mistletoe
And presents for the tree.
Christmas Eve will find you
(Will find you)
Where the love-light gleams.
(Love-light gleams)
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams.
(Only in my dreams)
If only in my dreams
If only in my dreams
(Christmas) (Christmas)
You can count on me, on me
Please have snow and mistletoe
And presents for the tree
I'll be, I'll be home for Christmas
I'll be, If only in my dreams
(Only in my dreams)
I'll be, I'll be home for christmas
(I'll be if only in my dreams)
I'll be, If only in my dreams
(Only in my dreams)
No I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
(Only in my dreams)
(Only in my dreams)
If only in my dreams
If Only in my dreeams
The lyrics to "I'll Be Home for Christmas" by Seeley Drew express the longing and sentimentality of a soldier longing for his hometown and family during the holiday season. The opening lines, "I'm dreaming tonight of a place I love / Even more than I usually do," establish a feeling of nostalgia and anticipation for the holiday season. The singer acknowledges that the road back home is long and uncertain, but promises that they will be there for Christmas, even if only in their dreams. The lyrics evoke feelings of homesickness, and the desire to be with family during the holidays, which is especially poignant for those who can't be with their loved ones.
The repetition of "if only in my dreams" underscores the bittersweet emotions of the song. The singer wants more than anything to be home for Christmas, but they also know that it may not be possible. The lines "Christmas Eve will find you / Where the love-light gleams" create a sense of warmth and tenderness, as the singer imagines their family gathered together in a cozy home. The final lines, "If only in my dreams / If only in my dreams," remind us that the singer's longing is ultimately unfulfilled, but also that the love they feel for their family transcends distance and time.
Overall, the lyrics to "I'll Be Home for Christmas" reflect the universal desire to be with loved ones during the holiday season, and the sense of nostalgia and longing that can accompany that desire. The song has become a beloved Christmas classic, often performed by military bands and used as a tribute to soldiers serving abroad during the holidays.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm dreaming tonight
I'm imagining a place I love in my mind tonight
Of a place I love
Of a place that holds a special meaning to me
Even more than I usually do.
More than I typically think of it
And although I know
Even though I'm aware
It's a long road back
It's a lengthy distance to travel
I promise you
I vow to you
I'll be home for Christmas.
I'll be at home for Christmas
You can count on me.
You can rely on me to be there
So please have snow and mistletoe
So I request that you have snow and mistletoe
And presents for the tree.
Also, presents for the tree would be lovely
Christmas Eve will find you
On Christmas Eve you will be situated
(Will find you)
Where the love-light gleams.
In a location where the loving atmosphere shines
(Love-light gleams)
I'll be home for Christmas
I'll be at home for Christmas
If only in my dreams.
Possibly only in my imagination only
(Only in my dreams)
If only in my dreams
Maybe, if nothing else, it will only be in my dreams
(Christmas)
(Christmas)
You can count on me, on me
You can trust me, absolutely
Please have snow and mistletoe
If it's not too much hassle, please decorate with snow and mistletoe
I'll be, I'll be home for Christmas
I will, no doubt, be at home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
If I am unable to physically be there, at least I'll be there in my mind
(Only in my dreams)
I'll be, I'll be home for christmas
I will be home for Christmas
(I'll be if only in my dreams)
I'll be, If only in my dreams
I'll be there even if it's just a thought
(Only in my dreams)
No I'll be home for Christmas
No, I certainly will be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
Perhaps not physically, but at least in my mind
(Only in my dreams)
(Only in my dreams)
If only in my dreams
In my imagination only
If Only in my dreeams
Just in my thoughts
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, GANNON & KENT MUSIC CO, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Buck Ram, Walter Kent, Kim Gannon
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jennifer Igoe
I love this Christmas song, and I've heard a lot of people sing it, but Drew's version is by far my favorite to listen to. I sometimes even listen it when it's like June or something. I love his voice.
Katarzyna Tokarz
I can't stop listen this song I love Drew's voice
gummiebear727
Absolutely love this version!
Camilla Stormont
Drew Seeley is the best :) NO doubt! And this song is a classic, every year!
CanthonyJelly143
i love how he sings this song!
Sarah Ashley
I love this song! I totally agree with JesseMluvr, I love 2:26! So excited for Christmas!!! 22 more days! :) I hope everyone's Christmas is filled with Joy, Love, and Hope! <3 ChristmasElf365
godlygurl912
I AGREE! HE'S AMAZING
chimchim
i luv drew seeley's voice <3333
Tiffany Corbin
Time to create another Christmas Dance Party Playlist!
Katarzyna Tokarz
I love it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!