This Christmas
Straight No Chaser Lyrics


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Hang all the mistletoe
I'm gonna get to know you better, yeah
This christmas
And as we trim the tree
How much fun its gonna be together, yeah ha
This christmas

Fireside is blazing bright
Were caroling through the night
And this christmas, will be yeah
A very special christmas, for me yeah

Presents and cards are here
My world is filled with cheer and you, oh yeah
This christmas
And as I look around
Your eyes outshine the town, they do
This christmas
Fireside is blazing bright
Were caroling through the night

And this christmas, will be
A very special christmas, for me yeah

Alright, break it down, ha ha ha

Ooh yeah, yeah yeah, alright

Yeah yeah yeah, yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah, yeah yeah
Alright now, right now, now

Fireside, oh, is blazing bright
Were caroling through the night, yeah
And this christmas, will be, oh
A very special christmas, for me yeah
And this christmas, will be
A very special christmas, for me oh oh

Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Merry christmas, ooh yeah
Gonna have a merry christmas, ohh yeah, oh oh
Merry christmas, oh it will be
Oh, a very very very special christmas
A very special christmas (this christmas)
Alright now, right now, yeah oh
It will be now, oh (this christmas)
Oh, this will be, this will be, baby
A very special
Have a merry merry christmas (hey yeah)
And a happy new year
Oh hey, alright, yeah yeah yeah
Merry christmas




This christmas
Oh this will be, this will be, baby

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "This Christmas" by Straight No Chaser set the tone for a love-filled holiday season. The song's narrator expresses excitement about getting to know someone better during the holiday season. They look forward to hanging mistletoe, trimming the tree, and spending time together. The fireside is blazing bright and they enjoy singing carols together. The singer is grateful for the presents and cards they receive, but they feel that spending time with their loved one is the most important gift. As they look around, they are struck by the beauty of their eyes, which outshine the town around them. The chorus repeats that "this Christmas" will be a very special one.


The song's repetition of "this Christmas" reinforces the idea that the holiday season helps to bring people closer together. The singer is looking forward to celebrating with their loved one and creating lasting memories. The song's upbeat tempo and lively instrumentation make it a perfect addition to any holiday playlist. The lyrics are nostalgic and romantic, giving listeners a warm and fuzzy feeling that is associated with the holiday season. Overall, "This Christmas" reminds us of the importance of spending time with those we love and cherishing those special moments.


Line by Line Meaning

Hang all the mistletoe
I want to use this holiday season as an opportunity to get to know you better and develop a deeper connection with you.


I'm gonna get to know you better, yeah
I will take the time to learn more about you and share my own self as we celebrate this holiday together.


This christmas
This holiday season is significant to me because I am spending it with you, and I want to make it special.


And as we trim the tree
As we decorate the Christmas tree together, I anticipate the memories and enjoyment that we will create this holiday season.


How much fun its gonna be together, yeah ha
I am excited about the joy and happiness that we will bring to each other as we celebrate the holiday together.


Fireside is blazing bright
The warmth and light created by the fire captures the cozy and intimate atmosphere of the holiday.


Were caroling through the night
Embracing the tradition of Christmas carols, we will sing together throughout the night, spreading cheer and happiness around us.


And this christmas, will be yeah
This holiday will be unlike any other, as we share it together and create new memories.


A very special christmas, for me yeah
This Christmas holiday will be extra special for me because I will be celebrating it with you, and sharing our love and joy.


Presents and cards are here
The gifts and cards bring an added layer of festivity to the holiday season, expressing our love and appreciation to each other.


My world is filled with cheer and you, oh yeah
Just being around you brings immense joy and happiness to my world this holiday season.


And as I look around
Observing the holiday season, I am reminded of the importance of love, joy, and togetherness, which are epitomized in our relationship.


Your eyes outshine the town, they do
Your beautiful eyes capture the essence of the holiday and spread light and joy around us.


Alright, break it down, ha ha ha
Let us take a moment to infuse dance and fun into our holiday celebrations, and just enjoy the moment.


Ooh yeah, yeah yeah, alright
Feeling the excitement and energy of the holiday season, we will infuse fun and excitement into our celebrations.


Yeah yeah yeah, yeah yeah
An expression of the joy and happiness that we feel being together and celebrating the holiday season.


Yeah yeah yeah yeah, yeah yeah
Continuing to express our excitement and anticipation for the celebrations ahead.


Alright now, right now, now
Let's embrace the present moment and enjoy the holiday season to the fullest.


It will be now, oh (this christmas)
The present moment, and this holiday season, is where we will find the joy, happiness, and love we are searching for.


Have a merry merry christmas (hey yeah)
Wishing all those around us a very joyful and merry Christmas, filled with happiness and love.


And a happy new year
Looking ahead to the coming year with hope, optimism, and anticipation for all that is to come.


Oh hey, alright, yeah yeah yeah
An expression of the excitement and joy that comes with celebrating the holiday season with those we love.


Merry christmas
Sending our love and wishes to all for a very happy, merry, and joyful Christmas.


This christmas
An affirmation of the special nature of this holiday, as we celebrate with each other and spread cheer and love.


Oh this will be, this will be, baby
Anticipating the joy, love, and happiness that we will experience this holiday season, we know it will be unforgettable and truly special.




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Donny Edward Hathaway, Nadine McKinnor

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Comments from YouTube:

Gypsy_ Heart

Best version hands down

Debbie Dewberry

excellent version of this song! Beautiful harmony!

Leslie Sterling

I'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR THIS FOR YEARS!!!!!

Leslie Sterling

what a gift to find this after a very difficult day--i've been missing this all the years since Grooveshark shut down.

JBWIOOP

Great Cover!

abbigail llanas

I love it over the original

AllabouttheU21

abbigail llanas nah man nobody sings it better than Donnie Hathaway

TisEyerish1

Great rendition of the song; lousy video. I mean, seriously, could they have put less effort into it? I doubt it.

B DW

😐 yes

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