According to Merge, at their initial studio session the two “were immediately struck by one another’s talents and found an instant rapport". During a conversation about their shared love of old records, Zooey let slip that she wrote her own songs, which she recorded alone at home on her computer. Somewhat shy about sharing these musical morsels, she was eventually persuaded to send them to M. Ward. He was instantly impressed, and they soon reconvened at his studio in Portland to begin work. Recorded over a period of several months, between acting work (She) and touring commitments (Him), the pair found time to bring Zooey’s fledgling songs to gorgeous fruition
Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree
She & Him Lyrics
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At the Christmas party hop
Mistletoe hung where you can see
Every couple tries to stop
Rocking around the Christmas tree
Let the Christmas spirit ring
Later we'll have some pumpkin pie
You will have a sentimental feeling
When you hear
Voices singing let's be jolly
Deck the halls with boughs of holly
Rocking around the Christmas tree
Have a happy holiday
Everyone's dancing merrily
In a new old fashioned way
You will get a sentimental feeling
When you hear
Voices singing let's be jolly
Deck the halls with boughs of holly
Rocking around the Christmas tree
Have a happy holiday
Everyone's dancing merrily
In a new old fashioned way
The song "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree" by She & Him is a classic Christmas tune that talks about people gathering and enjoying Christmas festivities. At the Christmas party hop, every couple tries to stop under the mistletoe hung where you can see. The song encourages people to let the Christmas spirit ring by rocking around the Christmas tree. After that, everyone will have some pumpkin pie and do some caroling. The song is saying that you'll feel cheerful when you hear the people around you singing and urging you to be jolly.
The chorus repeats that you will get a sentiment feeling when you hear voices singing and deck the halls with boughs of holly. The phrase "Rockin' around the Christmas tree" is often used as a metaphor for people gathering and having a good time during the holidays. The chorus also mentions that everyone is dancing merrily in a new old-fashioned way, which is to say that they are celebrating in a modern, contemporary way, but with the same enthusiasm and joy as people did in the past.
Overall, this song reflects the festive atmosphere of Christmas and encourages people to enjoy the traditions and the company of their loved ones during the merry holiday season.
Line by Line Meaning
Rocking around the Christmas tree
We're enjoying the holiday festivities and dancing to the music around the Christmas tree
At the Christmas party hop
We're attending a fun gathering with friends and family to celebrate Christmas
Mistletoe hung where you can see
We've hung mistletoe in a visible spot for couples to share a kiss under
Every couple tries to stop
All the couples at the party are taking the opportunity to share a special moment under the mistletoe
Let the Christmas spirit ring
We're embracing the joy and cheer of the holiday season
Later we'll have some pumpkin pie
We plan to indulge in some delicious pumpkin pie after the dancing and singing
And we'll do some caroling
We'll get into the Christmas spirit even more by singing some classic carols
You will have a sentimental feeling
The festive atmosphere and holiday traditions will evoke fond emotions within you
When you hear
As you listen to
Voices singing let's be jolly
People singing while encouraging everyone to be happy and enjoy the moment
Deck the halls with boughs of holly
Decorating with holly to bring festive cheer and show holiday spirit
Have a happy holiday
We wish you a joyful and pleasant holiday season
Everyone's dancing merrily
All the partygoers are enjoying themselves, dancing with happiness and cheer
In a new old fashioned way
We're embracing the tradition of dancing and celebration at Christmas time with a modern twist
Lyrics © ST. NICHOLAS MUSIC INC., Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Johnny Marks
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