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Shake up Christmas Lyrics


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Ho, go, ho
Shake up the happiness
Wake up the happiness
Shake up the happiness

It's Christmas time
There's a story that I was told
and I wanna tell the world
before I get too old
and don't remember it
so let's December it

and reassemble it (oh yeah)
Once upon a time in a town like this
A little girl made a great big wish
To fill the world full of happiness

And be on Santa's magic list
Shake it up
Shake up the happiness
Wake it up
Wake up the happiness
Come on y'all

It's Christmas time
Shake it up
Shake up the happiness
Wake it up
Wake up the happiness
Come on y'all

It's Christmas time

Ho, ho, ho
Ho, ho, ho
It's Christmas time
At the same time miles away
A little boy made a wish that day
That the world would be okay
And Santa Claus would hear him say
I got dreams and I got love
I got my feet on the ground
And family above
Can you send some happiness?
With my best to the rest
Of the people of the East and the West and
Maybe every once in a while you
Get my grandma a reason to smile
Tis the season to smile
It's cold but we'll be freezing in style
Let me meet a girl one day that

Wants to spread some love this way
We can let our souls run free and
She can open some happiness with me
Shake it up
Shake up the happiness
Wake it up

Wake up the happiness
Come on y'all
It's Christmas time
Shake it up
Shake up the happiness
Wake it up

Wake up the happiness
Come on y'all
It's Christmas time
I know you're out there
I hear your reindeer
I see the snow where
Your boots have been
I'm gonna show them

So they will know then
Than love will grow in
Than to live again
Shake it up
Shake up the happiness
Wake it up

Wake up the happiness
Come on y'all
It's Christmas time
Shake it up
Shake up the happiness
Wake it up

Wake up the happiness

Come on y'all
It's Christmas time
Ho, ho, ho
Ho, ho, ho
It's Christmas time
Ho, ho, ho
Shake it up
Shake up the happiness
Wake it up
Wake up the happiness
Come on y'all
It's Christmas time
Ho, ho, ho
Shake it up
Shake up the happiness
Wake it up
Wake up the happiness
Come on y'all
It's Christmas time
Ho, ho, ho
Ho, ho, ho




Ho, ho, ho
It's Christmas time

Overall Meaning

The song "Shake up Christmas" by Train is a joyful and uplifting tune that celebrates the spirit of the holiday season. It tells a story of a little girl who wished for happiness and a little boy who wished for a better world. The lyrics encourage people to spread happiness and love during Christmas time.


The song opens with the lines "Ho, go, ho, shake up the happiness, wake up the happiness". The phrase "shake up" implies that we need to break out of our routines and find the joy in life. The chorus repeats "Shake it up, shake up the happiness, wake it up, wake up the happiness, come on y'all, it's Christmas time". The repeated verse evokes a strong sense of community, encouraging people to get involved in spreading cheer and goodwill.


The opening verse tells the story of a little girl who wished to fill the world with happiness. The second verse tells the story of a little boy who wished for a better world. The bridge emphasizes the importance of family and love, and expresses the hope that people can open their hearts and share happiness with one another.


Overall, "Shake up Christmas" is a hopeful and inspiring song that celebrates the true meaning of the holiday season.


Line by Line Meaning

Ho, go, ho
A cheerful expression to hype up the song.


Shake up the happiness
Excitedly stir up joy and merriment.


Wake up the happiness
Ignite the feeling of joy and happiness.


Shake it up
Keep the excitement going and make people feel happier.


It's Christmas time
The holiday season has arrived.


There's a story that I was told
An introduction to the tale being told.


and I wanna tell the world
A desire to spread the story far and wide.


before I get too old
A sense of urgency to share the story while there's still time.


and don't remember it
A fear of forgetting the story's details.


so let's December it
A play on words to celebrate and enliven the month of December.


and reassemble it (oh yeah)
A fun way to say that the story will be retold with a joyful spin.


Once upon a time in a town like this
An opening line to begin the fable.


A little girl made a great big wish
An introduction to the main character and her wish to spread happiness.


To fill the world full of happiness
The girl's wish was to create joy everywhere.


And be on Santa's magic list
A hope to be recognized by Santa Claus for the good deed.


At the same time miles away
A different part of the world but happening simultaneously.


A little boy made a wish that day
Introduction to another character and his wish for a better world.


That the world would be okay
The boy wished for a more peaceful and harmonious world.


And Santa Claus would hear him say
The boy was hopeful that Santa Claus would hear his wish.


I got dreams and I got love
The boy wants for love and dreams to come true.


I got my feet on the ground
The boy is grounded and confident in himself.


And family above
His family is priority and loved highest.


Can you send some happiness?
The boy asks for the gift of happiness for everyone.


With my best to the rest
The boy sends his best wishes to all.


Of the people of the East and the West and
Hopeful for joy to spread throughout the world.


Maybe every once in a while you
A request of Santa Claus.


Get my grandma a reason to smile
The boy hopes that his grandmother will find happiness.


Tis the season to smile
A reminder that the holidays are for being happy.


It's cold but we'll be freezing in style
A cheerful way to say that the cold weather won't bring them down.


Let me meet a girl one day that
A hope to find love and a partner to spread joy with.


Wants to spread some love this way
Desiring to meet someone who shares the same values.


We can let our souls run free and
Together, they can be happy and free.


She can open some happiness with me
Together, they can bring joy to others.


I know you're out there
A belief that everyone has the capacity for kindness and happiness.


I hear your reindeer
A playful reference to Santa Claus's arrival.


I see the snow where
A vision of the winter season.


Your boots have been
A reference to Santa Claus's footprints in the snow.


I'm gonna show them
A positive determination to spread happiness and joy.


So they will know then
A desire for others to know and experience happiness.


Than love will grow in
Belief that love is the key to happiness.


Than to live again
Imagining a world where everyone can experience happiness.


Ho, ho, ho
A cheerful expression to hype up the song.




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@TheUkuleleTeacher

I was at the gig where they filmed this! Unfortunately I was stood up in the balcony so you can't see me in the video, but it was SUCH a great night. Train are an AWESOME live band, and I can't wait to see them again in the future.

@fluffydingles874

You must be so lucky men... Advance merry christmas Yo : )

@sunnyrain8403

I wish I could go there next year but it appears that the tickets are sold out for my area :/

@justinaeilish2268

@Brown Imposta Christmas Steelpan Mix 🎶❤️🎄https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_Tn2vTSwmc3xyv5cXHsiwJaFwDM-Kxs7

@justinaeilish2268

@Sunny Rain hi

@fluffydingles874

@Justina Eilish that's cool men

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@Burty_YT

It's December 2021, let's see how many legends are listening to this masterpiece♡

@marioking9300

Love this vibe❤️

@Seb0pf0

Im here since 2013

@LZKs_Holiday_Inflatables

One of my favorites

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