2. Snow White were a band from London, UK. Their members consist of Olly Parker (vocals), Ewan Russell (Guitar), Adam Barr (bass) and Ryan Barkataki (drums). They formed roughly in 2004. Details are sketchy as to when and where but it is believed the band performed first in late 2004.
According to the NME they were influenced by US noise band Sonic Youth and UK satirist Chris Morris. Their site lists other influences such as Dinosaur Jr. and My Bloody Valentine.
3. Snow White is a fictional character from Disney.
The Twelve Days of Christmas
Snow White Lyrics
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My true love gave to me
A magical shell of the sea
On the second day of Christmas
My true love gave to me
Two glass slippers
And a magical shell of the sea
On the third day of Christmas
My true love gave to me
Three fairy wishes
Two glass slippers,
And a magical shell of the sea
On the fourth day of Christmas
My true love gave to me
Four storybooks
Three fairy wishes
Two glass slippers
And a magical shell of the sea
On the fifth day of Christmas
My true love gave to me
Five emerald rings
Four storybooks
Three fairy wishes
Two glass slippers
And a magical shell of the sea
On the sixth day of Christmas
My true love gave to me
Six mice a sewing
Five emerald rings
Four storybooks
Three fairy wishes
Two glass slippers
And a magical shell of the sea
On the seventh day of Christmas
My true love gave to me
Seven dwarfs a dancing
Six mice a sewing
Five emerald rings
Four storybooks
Three fairy wishes
Two glass slippers
And a magical shell of the sea
On the eighth day of Christmas
My true love gave to me
Eight crowns a shining
Seven dwarfs a dancing
Six mice a sewing
Five emerald rings
Belle, Four storybooks
Three fairy wishes
Two glass slippers
And a magical shell of the sea
On the ninth day of Christmas
My true love gave to me
Nine roses blooming
Eight crowns a shining
Seven dwarfs a dancing
Six mice a sewing,
Five emerald rings
Four storybooks
Three fairy wishes
Cinderella: And a magical shell of the sea
On the tenth day of Christmas
My true love gave to me
Ten mermaids swimming
Nine roses blooming
Eight crowns a shining
Seven dwarfs a dancing
Six mice a sewing
Five emerald rings
Four storybooks
Three fairy wishes
Two glass slippers
And a magical shell of the sea
On the eleventh day of Christmas
My true love gave to me
Eleven pies a baking
Ten mermaids swimming
Nine roses blooming
Eight crowns a shining
Seven dwarfs a dancing
Six mice a sewing
Five emerald rings
Four storybooks
Three fairy wishes
Two glass slippers
And a magical shell of the sea
On the twelfth day of Christmas
My true love gave to me
Twelve tigers purring
Eleven pies a baking
Ten mermaids swimming
Nine roses blooming
Eight crowns a shining
Seven dwarfs a dancing
Six mice a sewing
Five emerald rings
Four storybooks
Three fairy wishes
Two glass slippers
And a magical shell of the sea
"The Twelve Days of Christmas" is a whimsical and enchanting song that tells the story of Snow White receiving gifts from her true love over the course of twelve days. Each day, her true love gives her a new and magical gift, building up to a collection of treasures.
The song starts with Snow White receiving a magical shell of the sea on the first day of Christmas. This represents the beginning of a special and magical journey. As the days go by, her true love continues to surprise her with gifts such as glass slippers, fairy wishes, storybooks, emerald rings, mice sewing, dwarfs dancing, crowns shining, roses blooming, mermaids swimming, pies baking, and tigers purring. Each gift symbolizes a different aspect of Snow White's life, from her aspirations and desires to her adventures and experiences.
Overall, the song portrays a beautiful and imaginative tale of love and generosity. Snow White's true love expresses their affection through these unique and fantastical presents, incorporating elements from fairy tales and nature to create a charming and unforgettable story.
Line by Line Meaning
On the first day of Christmas
At the beginning of the festive season
My true love gave to me
Someone special gifted me
A magical shell of the sea
A mystical seashell
On the second day of Christmas
On the following day of celebration
Two glass slippers
A pair of transparent footwear
And a magical shell of the sea
Also including a mystical seashell
On the third day of Christmas
Continuing the festive period
Three fairy wishes
Three magical desires granted by fairies
Two glass slippers
Still possessing a pair of transparent footwear
And a magical shell of the sea
Additionally keeping the mystical seashell
On the fourth day of Christmas
As the celebrations progress
Four storybooks
Four books with captivating tales
Three fairy wishes
Continuing to enjoy the granted magical desires
Two glass slippers
Still cherishing the pair of transparent footwear
And a magical shell of the sea
Holding onto the mystical seashell
On the fifth day of Christmas
Moving further into the joyful season
Five emerald rings
Five dazzling rings adorned with emeralds
Four storybooks
Keeping the collection of four captivating books
Three fairy wishes
Continuing to delight in the granted magical desires
Two glass slippers
Retaining the pair of transparent footwear
And a magical shell of the see
Preserving the mystical seashell
On the sixth day of Christmas
Approaching the middle of the festive period
Six mice a sewing
Six diligent mice engaged in sewing
Five emerald rings
Having the splendid collection of five rings adorned with emeralds
Four storybooks
Continuing to enjoy the captivating books, now four in number
Three fairy wishes
Continually cherishing the granted magical desires
Two glass slippers
Still treasuring the pair of transparent footwear
And a magical shell of the sea
Maintaining possession of the mystical seashell
On the seventh day of Christmas
As the festivities progress further
Seven dwarfs a dancing
Seventh dwarfs joyfully engaging in dance
Six mice a sewing
The diligent mice continue their sewing activity
Five emerald rings
Still cherishing the splendid set of five rings adorned with emeralds
Four storybooks
Continuing to revel in the captivating books, now four in number
Three fairy wishes
Persevering the delight of the granted magical desires
Two glass slippers
Maintaining possession of the pair of transparent footwear
And a magical shell of the sea
Keeping hold of the mystical seashell
On the eighth day of Christmas
Moving closer to the end of the joyful season
Eight crowns a shining
Eight radiant crowns gleaming with brilliance
Seven dwarfs a dancing
The lively dancing of the seventh dwarfs continues
Six mice a sewing
Sustaining the efforts of the diligent mice in their sewing endeavor
Five emerald rings
Still cherishing the set of five splendid rings adorned with emeralds
Four storybooks
Continuing to find joy in the captivating books, now four in number
Three fairy wishes
Persevering the enchantment of the granted magical desires
Two glass slippers
Preserving the pair of transparent footwear
And a magical shell of the sea
Holding steadfastly to the mystical seashell
On the ninth day of Christmas
As the festive season nears its conclusion
Nine roses blooming
Nine blossoming roses displaying their beauty
Eight crowns a shining
Continuing to admire the eight radiant crowns gleaming with brilliance
Seven dwarfs a dancing
The joyful dancing of the dwarfs still persists
Six mice a sewing
The diligent mice persist in their sewing activity
Five emerald rings
Maintaining the possession of the five splendid rings adorned with emeralds
Four storybooks
Continuing to cherish the captivating books, now four in number
Three fairy wishes
Sustaining the delight of the granted magical desires
Cinderella: And a magical shell of the sea
Cinderella reminding everyone of the mystical seashell still present
On the tenth day of Christmas
Approaching the end of the joyful season
Ten mermaids swimming
Ten mermaids gracefully swimming in the water
Nine roses blooming
Continuing to admire the beauty of the nine blossoming roses
Eight crowns a shining
The eight radiant crowns still gleaming with brilliance
Seven dwarfs a dancing
The joyful dancing of the dwarfs remains a source of happiness
Six mice a sewing
The dedicated mice persist in their sewing endeavors
Five emerald rings
Still cherishing the five splendid rings adorned with emeralds
Four storybooks
Continuing to derive joy from the captivating books, now four in number
Three fairy wishes
Sustaining the enchantment of the granted magical desires
Two glass slippers
Retaining the pair of transparent footwear
And a magical shell of the sea
Keeping the mystical seashell close
On the eleventh day of Christmas
Approaching the end of the festive period
Eleven pies a baking
Eleven delicious pies being prepared in the oven
Ten mermaids swimming
Continuing to appreciate the graceful swimming of the ten mermaids
Nine roses blooming
Admiring the ongoing beauty of the nine blossoming roses
Eight crowns a shining
The eight radiant crowns continuing to shine brilliantly
Seven dwarfs a dancing
The delightful dance of the dwarfs persisting
Six mice a sewing
The diligent mice granting their sewing skills once more
Five emerald rings
Retaining the cherished collection of five rings adorned with emeralds
Four storybooks
Continuing to treasure the captivating books, now four in number
Three fairy wishes
Persevering the enchanting granted magical desires
Two glass slippers
Maintaining possession of the pair of transparent footwear
And a magical shell of the sea
Keeping the mystical seashell secure
On the twelfth day of Christmas
Reaching the final day of the joyous season
Twelve tigers purring
Twelve content tigers emitting soothing purrs
Eleven pies a baking
Continuing the preparation of the delicious eleven pies
Ten mermaids swimming
Enjoying the graceful swimming of the ten mermaids to the fullest
Nine roses blooming
Appreciating the enduring beauty of the nine blossoming roses
Eight crowns a shining
The eight radiant crowns shining with brilliance until the end
Seven dwarfs a dancing
The joyous dance of the dwarfs continuing until the final moment
Six mice a sewing
The diligent mice sewing tirelessly until the conclusion of the festive season
Five emerald rings
Holding steadfastly onto the esteemed five rings adorned with emeralds
Four storybooks
Treasuring the captivating books, now four in number, until the festivities end
Three fairy wishes
The enchanting granted magical desires cherished until the final day
Two glass slippers
Continuing to delight in the possession of the pair of transparent footwear
And a magical shell of the sea
Holding onto the mystical seashell until the festive season concludes
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