That Holiday Feeling
Steve Lawrence & Eydie Gorme Lyrics


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Look how the snow is snowin′
Your eyes are soft and glowin'
Jack Frost is nipping at our feet!
I′ll bet your lips are warm and sweet
We've got that holiday feeling!
That happy holiday feeling!
Let's roast chestnuts by the fire
Any little thing you desire
Those reindeer soon will be here
Won′t mean a thing to me dear
When Santa Clause begins his flight
I hope he gets a flat tonight
We′ve got that holiday feeling!
That happy holiday feeling!
Our favorite holiday of the year...
You'd better leave!
It′s been so lovely here like this,
A chance I'd never miss
But it′s so late!
On new year's eve,
At twelve o′clock we'll stop to kiss
And while the whole world will be whistle-blowin'...
We will still be mistle-toein′
You think you′re such a smarty
Come on let's have a party
I know what′s running through your mind
This is the season to be kind
We've got that holiday feeling!
That happy holiday feeling!
So come and snuggle close to me!
Right here where you′re supposed to be!
Let's kiss ′cause it's the season dear!




Let's kiss, who needs a reason dear!
We′ve got that holiday feeling now!

Overall Meaning

The song "That Holiday Feeling" by Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme is a cheerful ode to the holiday season. The first verse sets the mood, with the snow falling softly and the personas' eyes wide with wonder. Jack Frost nipping at their feet only adds to the feeling of being truly alive, and the suggestion that their lips are warm and sweet hints at the idea of a cozy winter romance. The chorus repeats that they have that "holiday feeling," and they sing about roasting chestnuts by the fire and enjoying any little thing that their hearts desire. The mention of the reindeer and Santa Claus only reinforces the childlike joy of Christmas, while the line "I hope he gets a flat tonight" adds a tongue-in-cheek element of humor to the song. The second verse brings in the notion of New Year's Eve, and the idea that they will embrace the tradition of kissing at midnight. The last lines of the song are perhaps the most poignant, as the personas snuggle close and express their love for one another, using the holiday season as a reason to celebrate their relationship.


Overall, "That Holiday Feeling" is a lighthearted, upbeat song that captures the essence of the holiday season. The lyrics are cheerful and full of festive imagery, with a sense of childlike wonder that is sure to put a smile on listeners' faces. While the song does touch on romance, it also celebrates the simple pleasures of the holiday season, such as roasting chestnuts and enjoying time with loved ones. It is a perfect song to get into the holiday spirit, and a reminder of the joy and love that the season can bring.


Line by Line Meaning

Look how the snow is snowin'
Observing the beautiful snowfall happening around us.


Your eyes are soft and glowin'
Noticing the warmth and affection in your eyes.


Jack Frost is nipping at our feet!
Feeling the cold winter weather as Jack Frost lightly bites at our toes.


I'll bet your lips are warm and sweet
Guessing that your lips are as comforting and lovely as the holiday season.


We've got that holiday feeling!
Feeling the joy and happiness that comes with the holiday season.


That happy holiday feeling!
Experiencing the joyous emotions related to the holiday season.


Let's roast chestnuts by the fire
Suggesting we warm up by cooking chestnuts by the fireplace.


Any little thing you desire
Asking what you'd like to do since it's the holiday season.


Those reindeer soon will be here
Anticipating the arrival of Santa's reindeer close to the holidays.


Won't mean a thing to me dear
Stating that the reindeer's arrival doesn't matter as long as we're together.


When Santa Clause begins his flight
Referring to Santa Claus beginning his journey of delivering presents to children worldwide.


I hope he gets a flat tonight
Jokingly wishing that Santa's sleigh gets a flat tire so he can rest for a night.


Our favorite holiday of the year...
Referencing that the holiday season is our favorite time of the year.


You'd better leave!
Advising someone to take their leave since it's time to end the festivities.


It's been so lovely here like this,
Expressing how delightful and wonderful it has been spending the holidays like this.


A chance I'd never miss
Stating that this holiday memory is one that they will always cherish and never forget.


But it's so late!
Realizing that it's getting late and time to end the fun of holiday festivities.


On new year's eve,
Referencing the upcoming eve of the new year.


At twelve o'clock we'll stop to kiss
Planning to share a kiss at midnight on New Year's Eve, a tradition often followed.


And while the whole world will be whistle-blowin'...
Acknowledging the loud and joyous sounds of the world celebrating the arrival of the new year.


We will still be mistle-toein'
Finding a moment to share affection and romance under the mistletoe on New Year's Eve.


You think you're such a smarty
Teasing someone who thinks they know everything.


Come on let's have a party
Suggesting that we celebrate the holiday season more with a party.


I know what's running through your mind
Jokingly pretending to read someone's mind, assuming it's about the upcoming festivities.


This is the season to be kind
Emphasizing the importance of being kind and compassionate during the holiday season.


We've got that holiday feeling!
Feeling the joy and happiness that comes with the holiday season.


That happy holiday feeling!
Experiencing the joyous emotions related to the holiday season.


So come and snuggle close to me!
Inviting someone to come closer and cuddle on this chilly day.


Right here where you're supposed to be!
Suggesting that the person is in the right place during the holiday season.


Let's kiss 'cause it's the season dear!
Sharing a kiss with someone at this romantic and affectionate time of year.


Let's kiss, who needs a reason dear!
Going beyond the conventional reasons for romance and cuddles and sharing affection simply because of being together during the holiday season.


We've got that holiday feeling now!
Expressing that the holiday spirit is present in full force now.




Writer(s): Joe Guercio, Bill Jacons, Patty Jacobs

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