Christmas Day
Shadow Gallery Lyrics


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Outside the twilight rides high
And whispers of love sound deep in the night
Hope and promise of peace in our land
Is this Christmastime?

Dark winter watches our fire
And brings us promise of a new day
Distant eyes have gone a long way

Too far to see the snow that falls
The winds of change have come and gone
The cold has come I've been left out
I need your warmth you're all I have

If you're chasing a dream to nowhere
It's enchantment that leads the way
Just believe in yourself and go there
The gift of hope on Christmas day
If every eye holds a blank stare
After winter's gone away
Just believe in yourself and go there
You and I on Christmas day

There's a time when your doubts won't matter
There's a time all your fears can wait




All the times in the year for laughter
Oh Christmas day

Overall Meaning

The song "Christmas Day" by Shadow Gallery discusses the feelings and emotions that come with the Christmas season. The lyrics talk about the promise of hope, love, and peace that this time of year brings. The song begins by setting the scene - outside, it is nighttime and the air is filled with the whispers of love. When the singer asks, "Is this Christmastime?" we are called to reflect on whether or not we are truly embracing the spirit and meaning of this holiday.


The rest of the lyrics dive deeper into the Christmas experience. Winter, with all its darkness and cold, is contrasted with the promise of a new day. The phrase "distant eyes have gone a long way" suggests that the song's narrator is separated from someone they love during the holiday season. However, the hope and love of Christmas provide comfort to those who are feeling lost and alone. The lyrics encourage us to have faith in ourselves, to chase our dreams, and to believe that there is always hope, even in the darkest of moments. Overall, "Christmas Day" offers a message of hope and love, urging listeners to embrace the true spirit of Christmas.


Line by Line Meaning

Outside the twilight rides high
As darkness falls, the sky remains illuminated by an enchanting glow that symbolizes happiness and hope


And whispers of love sound deep in the night
Even the silence of the night can't silence the love that is felt and expressed


Hope and promise of peace in our land
On this special day, there's an atmosphere filled with the expectation and aspiration of peace and harmony in the world


Is this Christmastime?
A rhetorical question that affirms the beauty of Christmas and the festive spirit that comes with it


Dark winter watches our fire
Despite the cold and harsh winter, the warmth of the fire brings comfort and assurance that signifies protection against the cold


And brings us promise of a new day
The winter reminds us that every difficult time will eventually pass away and give way to a brighter and better tomorrow


Distant eyes have gone a long way
As the snow falls, some people are no longer close enough to observe its beauty and feel its cold touch


Too far to see the snow that falls
The distance between loved ones makes it impossible to share special moments that could have been cherished together


The winds of change have come and gone
Change is an inevitable part of life, but it's important to embrace it and move forward without looking back


The cold has come I've been left out
Loneliness and sadness have found a home in someone's heart, and it seems like everyone else is happy and content


I need your warmth you're all I have
In the midst of the cold and loneliness, the only thing that can provide warmth and companionship is being with the ones you love


If you're chasing a dream to nowhere
If you're pursuing a goal or an ambition that has no clear path, but a belief that it will work out in the end


It's enchantment that leads the way
The magic and mystery of the continued pursuit is what makes it worth it regardless of the outcome


Just believe in yourself and go there
An encouragement to continue towards the goal and have faith that everything will work out in the end


The gift of hope on Christmas day
Christmas serves as an indicator of hope and positivity that can inspire people beyond the holiday season


If every eye holds a blank stare
Sometimes, it seems like no one is alive and everything is bleak


After winter's gone away
The dark times will come to an end, allowing room for growth and prosperity


You and I on Christmas day
On Christmas Day, individuals come together to celebrate the love and joy that surrounds the holiday season


There's a time when your doubts won't matter
A moment will arise when all the worries and concerns of life will no longer have a hold over a person's life choices


There's a time all your fears can wait
Fear can become debilitating, but it doesn't always have to dominate and make one feel powerless


All the times in the year for laughter
There are always moments when joy and happiness permeate life and make everything lighter


Oh Christmas day
At the center of it all, is Christmas Day, which reminds one of the importance of love, hope, joy, and the power they have to change how one sees the world




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Buddha Misanthrope

Outside the twilight rides high
And whispers of love sound deep in the night
Hope and promise of peace in our land
Is this Christmastime?
Dark winter watches our fire
And brings us promise of a new day
Distant eyes have gone a long way
Too far to see the snow that falls
The winds of change have come and gone
The cold has come I've been left out
I need your warmth you're all I have


If you're chasing a dream to nowhere
It's enchantment that leads the way
Just believe in yourself and go there
The gift of hope on Christmas day
If every eye holds a blank stare
After winter's gone away
Just believe in yourself and go there
You and I on Christmas day

There's a time when your doubts won't matter
There's a time all your fears can wait
All the times in the year for laughter
Oh, Christmas day
Christmas day, oh

"RIP" Mike Baker :(



All comments from YouTube:

Neueregel

It's sad to know that such a magnificent singer like Mike Baker will never sing again with his powerful, warm and sublime voice. But we have to be thankful that he once existed on this planet. As a tribute, every winter I am listening more Shadow Gallery than usual.

Buddha Misanthrope

Outside the twilight rides high
And whispers of love sound deep in the night
Hope and promise of peace in our land
Is this Christmastime?
Dark winter watches our fire
And brings us promise of a new day
Distant eyes have gone a long way
Too far to see the snow that falls
The winds of change have come and gone
The cold has come I've been left out
I need your warmth you're all I have


If you're chasing a dream to nowhere
It's enchantment that leads the way
Just believe in yourself and go there
The gift of hope on Christmas day
If every eye holds a blank stare
After winter's gone away
Just believe in yourself and go there
You and I on Christmas day

There's a time when your doubts won't matter
There's a time all your fears can wait
All the times in the year for laughter
Oh, Christmas day
Christmas day, oh

"RIP" Mike Baker :(

VRychenrollV

One of the most hauntingly beautiful songs ever played RIP Mike, you are and will always be missed

Marc Moingeon

It was one one of the highlights of "Tyranny". Another great piece of music by one of the most underrated band of the last 25 years. They craft their music so perfectly... Nobody mixed influences from Classical music, neoclassical metal, early Queen, and progressive rock the way they did. They added something definitely new... and they are such great musicians... multi-instrumentalists Gary Wehrkamp and Brendt Allman are both amazing. Chris Ingles on keyboards is great too. Mike Baker had the voice of an angel and could belt as well... I miss him very much.

Robert bishop

Amen.

Buddha Misanthrope

= "Don't ever cry, just remember" :( ;)

Alessandro Derosas

This song and this album, are not just a masterpiece, they are a piece of art. Tyranny must be mentioned among the best 10 progressive album ever!

soapywater

It's been 5 years since I started listening to SG, this is just as beautiful as it was the last time I heard it. Beautiful music and words

Stormrider Metalhead

Η ΜΑΓΙΚΗ ΦΩΝΗ ΤΟΥ MIKE..Σ ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΟΥΜΕ ΓΙΑ ΤΟ ΤΑΞΙΔΙ.

Robert bishop

More music. ...new music. .....more live shows. God bless the memory of Mike. Such a tremendous talent.

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