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Simhah Chamber Collegium Lyrics
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Jack Frost nipping at your nose
Yule-tide carols being sung by a choir
And folks dressed up like Eskimos.
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
Help to make the season bright
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow
They know that Santa's on his way
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
And every mother's child is gonna spy
To see if reindeer really know how to fly.
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
To kids from one to ninety-two
Although it's been said many times, many ways
Merry Christmas to you!
The Christmas Song, by the Simhah Chamber Collegium, describes the jubilant and joyful atmosphere of the Christmas season. The song starts with a vivid image of chestnuts roasting on an open fire and how the winter frost might be nipping at your nose, but that doesn't ruin the Christmas spirit. Yuletide carols being sung by a choir and different people dressed up in Eskimo outfits add more depth to the image the song is portraying. This first verse sets an idyllic and festive mood for the rest of the song.
The second verse speaks about classic holiday staples like turkey, mistletoe, and the enchantment that surrounds the season for the children. Tiny tots with all their innocent marvel find it difficult to fall asleep on this special night, knowing that Santa is coming. The verse goes on to paint the picture of a sleigh full of toys and goodies, reminding us of the magic of Christmas.
In the chorus, the singer shares delicate and sincere thoughts, wishing a "Merry Christmas to you" - a simple phrase, yet a message that is powerful enough to convey the depth of love and warmth for those close to us during the holiday season. Although it is often said, it doesn't lose its charm or significance. The entire song has a heartwarming tone that reminds us of the love, happiness, and light that comes with Christmas.
Line by Line Meaning
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
The roasting chestnuts are an inviting aroma
Jack Frost nipping at your nose
The chilly season brings frost which pinches our noses
Yule-tide carols being sung by a choir
The season is filled with carols that resonate happiness sung by a choir
And folks dressed up like Eskimos
People celebrate the season by dressing warm like the Eskimos do
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
A turkey and mistletoe are commonly known to evoke the festive spirit
Help to make the season bright
They make the season cheerful
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow
Children's eyes shine with joy during the season
Will find it hard to sleep tonight.
They will have trouble sleeping as the excitement of the season is too much to handle
They know that Santa's on his way
Children eagerly await the arrival of Santa
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
Santa has many toys and treats carefully arranged on his sleigh
And every mother's child is gonna spy
Every child wants to see Santa and his reindeer for themselves
To see if reindeer really know how to fly.
They want to witness if Santa's reindeer have the magical ability to fly
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
Here is a simple phrase I offer
To kids from one to ninety-two
For children of all ages
Although it's been said many times, many ways
Even though it has been expressed with different words and methods
Merry Christmas to you!
Wishing you a joyful Christmas!
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