Happy Christmas
Tahta Menezes Lyrics
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Happy Christmas, Julian
So this is Christmas and what have you done?
Another year over, a new one just begun.
And so this is Christmas, I hope you have fun,
The near and the dear one
the old and the young
A very merry Christmas
Let's hope it's a good one
without any fear
And so this is Christmas
for weak and for strong,
(war is over if you want it)
For the rich and the poor ones,
the road is so long.
(war is over now)
And so happy Christmas for black and for whites,
(war is over if you want it)
For the yellow and red ones,
let's stop all the fight.
(war is over now)
A very merry Christmas
and a happy new year
Let's hope it's a good one
without any fear
And so this is Christmas
and what have we done?
(war is over if you want it)
Another year over,
a new one just begun.
(war is over if you want it)
And so this is Christmas,
we hope you have fun
(war is over if you want it)
The near and the dear one,
the old and the young
(war is over now)
A very merry Christmas
and a Happy New Year,
Let's hope it's a good one
without any fear
War is over
If you want it
War is over now
Happy Christmas!
Happy Christmas!
Happy Christmas!
(war is over if you want it)
The near and the dear one,
the old and the young
(war is over now)
A very merry Christmas
and a Happy New Year,
Let's hope it's a good one
without any fear
War is over
If you want it
War is over now
These lyrics convey a message of peace, unity, and hope during the Christmas season. The song starts by addressing two individuals, Kyoko and Julian, and sends them well wishes for a happy Christmas. The opening line, "So this is Christmas and what have you done? Another year over, a new one just begun," prompts reflection on the past year and anticipation for the future.
The lyrics then highlight the importance of enjoying the holiday season with loved ones, emphasizing that Christmas is a time for everyone, regardless of age or relationships. The line, "The near and the dear one, the old and the young," suggests that Christmas is a time to come together and celebrate with those who are close to our hearts.
The song then transitions into a call for unity and an end to conflict, represented by the repeated phrase, "War is over if you want it." It emphasizes that Christmas is a time for peace, irrespective of difference in race, background, or wealth. The mention of "the rich and the poor ones" and "the black and the white ones" demonstrates the need for inclusivity and understanding.
The lyrics conclude with a reminder that the power to end war and create a better world lies within each individual's desires and actions. The phrase "War is over if you want it" serves as a call to action and a plea for people to put aside their differences and work towards peace. The song's final message is one of optimism, as it wishes a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year, expressing hope that the upcoming year will bring joy, fearlessness, and ultimately, an end to war.
Line by Line Meaning
Happy Christmas, Kyoko
Wishing Kyoko a joyful Christmas
Happy Christmas, Julian
Wishing Julian a joyful Christmas
So this is Christmas and what have you done?
Reflecting on the significance of Christmas and questioning the accomplishments of the past year
Another year over, a new one just begun.
Acknowledging the passage of time and the start of a fresh year
And so this is Christmas, I hope you have fun,
Expressing the hope that everyone enjoys themselves during the holiday season
The near and the dear one the old and the young
Including both close and beloved individuals, as well as elderly and young people
A very merry Christmas and a happy new year,
Extending warm wishes for a joyful Christmas and a promising new year
Let's hope it's a good one without any fear
Expressing the desire for a positive and fear-free year ahead
And so this is Christmas for weak and for strong, (war is over if you want it)
Recognizing Christmas as an inclusive time for both the vulnerable and the powerful, with the reminder that ending war is possible through collective will
For the rich and the poor ones, the road is so long. (war is over now)
Highlighting the enduring struggle on the path towards peace, encompassing individuals from different socioeconomic backgrounds
And so happy Christmas for black and for whites, (war is over if you want it)
Promoting unity and equality, emphasizing that the end of war is achievable regardless of race or skin color
For the yellow and red ones, let's stop all the fight. (war is over now)
Advocating for harmony and the cessation of conflict among people of Asian and Native American descent
And so this is Christmas and what have we done? (war is over if you want it)
Prompting introspection regarding collective actions taken to end war and striving for peace during Christmas
Another year over, a new one just begun. (war is over if you want it)
Recognizing the completion of another year and the opportunity to continue working towards peace in the upcoming year
And so this is Christmas, we hope you have fun (war is over if you want it)
Reiterating the desire for everyone to experience joy during the holiday season while emphasizing the potential for ending war through individual choice
The near and the dear one, the old and the young (war is over now)
Including and cherishing both close loved ones and individuals of all ages in the pursuit of peace
A very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,
Extending warm wishes for a joyful Christmas and a promising new year
Let's hope it's a good one without any fear
Expressing the hope for a positive and fear-free year ahead
War is over. If you want it
Stating that the end of war depends on individual desire and willingness
War is over now
Affirming that the era of war can come to an end
Happy Christmas!
Wishing a joyful Christmas
Happy Christmas!
Wishing a joyful Christmas
Happy Christmas!
Wishing a joyful Christmas
(war is over if you want it)
Reiterating the message that war can be overcome through individual choice
The near and the dear one, the old and the young (war is over now)
Including and cherishing both close loved ones and individuals of all ages in the pursuit of peace
A very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,
Extending warm wishes for a joyful Christmas and a promising new year
Let's hope it's a good one without any fear
Expressing the hope for a positive and fear-free year ahead
War is over
Asserting the end of war
If you want it
Depending on individual volition
War is over now
Confirming the cessation of war
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: John Lennon, Lorenzo Definti, Yoko Ono
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