Last Christmas
The Cast of 'Glee' Lyrics
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Bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum (yeah)
Bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum
Bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart (gave you my heart)
But the very next day you gave it away (gave it away)
To save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me, baby
Do you recognize me? (oh)
Well, it's been a year
It doesn't surprise me (Christmas)
I wrapped it up and sent it (last Christmas)
With a note saying, "I love you"
I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart (I gave you my heart)
But the very next day you gave it away (gave it away)
This year
To save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (I'll give it someone special, special)
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year
To save me from tears (save me from tears)
I'll give it to someone special, special (I'll give it someone special)
Bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum
Bum bum bum bum bum, bum bum bum bum bum
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My God, I thought you were
Someone to rely on (someone to rely on)
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart
A man undercover but you tore me apart (ooh, ooh)
Now I've found a real love you'll never fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart (gave you my heart)
But the very next day (very next day)
You gave it away (gave it away)
This year
To save me from tears (save me from tears)
I'll give it to someone special, special (oh, oh, oh)
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart (I gave you my heart)
But the very next day you gave it away (you gave me away)
This year
To save me from tears (save me from tears)
I'll give it to someone special (I'll give it to someone (special)
Bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum (gave you my heart)
Bum bum bum bum bum, bum bum bum bum bum
The lyrics of "Last Christmas" by the cast of 'Glee' depict a story of heartbreak and finding the strength to move on. The song starts with a repetitive and energetic melody that sets the tone for a holiday-themed narrative. The opening verse introduces the context of the song, with the singer confessing that last Christmas, they gave their heart to someone, only to have it given away the next day. However, this year, they promise themselves to give their heart to someone special in order to protect themselves from experiencing further tears and heartache.
The second verse delves into the aftermath of the previous holiday season. The singer acknowledges their initial reluctance to get close to someone new due to being hurt in the past. Despite this, they can't help but notice that the person they gave their heart to last year is still catching their attention. They ask if the person recognizes them and express that it's not surprising if they don't. Reflecting on last Christmas, the singer reveals that they wrapped up their heart and sent it to the person they loved, expressing their genuine feelings through a note. They now realize the foolishness of their actions and the possibility of being fooled again if they were to be kissed by this person.
The chorus is a repetition of the sentiment expressed in the first verse. The singer gave their heart to someone last Christmas, and despite it being taken away, this year, they will give their heart to someone special to protect themselves from further heartbreak and tears.
The bridge introduces a change in perspective and scene. The singer finds themselves in a crowded room surrounded by friends with tired eyes. They are hiding from the person who broke their heart, describing them as having a soul of ice. They thought this person was someone they could rely on, but it becomes evident that they were just a shoulder to cry on. The singer compares the person to a lover with a passionate heart but who turned out to be deceitful and tore them apart emotionally. However, they declare that they have now found true love, reaffirming their determination to never be fooled again.
The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the resolution of the singer to give their heart to someone special this year, demonstrating their growth and resilience in the face of heartbreak. The repetitive melody throughout the song creates a nostalgic and memorable experience, emphasizing the sentiment behind the lyrics. Overall, "Last Christmas" tells a story of learning from past mistakes and finding the strength to trust and love again.
Line by Line Meaning
Bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum
Repetitive sound, indicating a rhythmic background music
Bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum (yeah)
Continuation of the repetitive sound
Last Christmas
Referring to the previous year's Christmas
I gave you my heart (gave you my heart)
I sincerely and wholeheartedly gave you my love
But the very next day you gave it away (gave it away)
However, you quickly disposed of and rejected my love
This year
In the present year
To save me from tears
In order to prevent myself from experiencing sadness and pain
I'll give it to someone special (special)
I will offer my love to someone who deserves and appreciates it
Once bitten and twice shy
Having been hurt before, I am now cautious and hesitant
I keep my distance
I maintain a certain level of separation
But you still catch my eye
Despite my reservations, you still manage to attract my attention
Tell me, baby
I ask you, my dear
Do you recognize me? (oh)
Do you remember and acknowledge who I am?
Well, it's been a year
Since our last encounter, a whole year has passed
It doesn't surprise me (Christmas)
I am not astonished by this, especially considering it is Christmas time
I wrapped it up and sent it (last Christmas)
I carefully packaged my love and sent it to you during the previous Christmas
With a note saying, "I love you"
Accompanied by a written message expressing my deep affection
I meant it
I genuinely and sincerely meant every word
Now I know what a fool I've been
Now I realize how foolish I have been in my actions and emotions
But if you kissed me now
However, if you were to kiss me at this moment
I know you'd fool me again
I am aware that you would deceive and manipulate me once more
A crowded room
Being in a place filled with people
Friends with tired eyes
Surrounded by worn-out and weary companions
I'm hiding from you
I am avoiding and concealing myself from your presence
And your soul of ice
Referring to your cold and unemotional nature
My God, I thought you were
My goodness, I believed you were
Someone to rely on (someone to rely on)
Someone trustworthy and dependable in my life
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
As for me, I suppose I served as a support for you to express your emotions
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart
Describing a person deeply passionate and enthusiastic about love
A man undercover but you tore me apart (ooh, ooh)
A man who hid his true feelings, but you emotionally devastated him
Now I've found a real love you'll never fool me again
Now that I have discovered genuine love, you will never be able to deceive me again
But the very next day (very next day)
However, surprisingly on the very next day
You gave it away (gave it away)
You quickly disposed of and rejected my love once more
I'll give it to someone special, special (oh, oh, oh)
I will offer my love to someone who deserves and appreciates it, someone truly special
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: George Michael
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@alessandrabarreto4624
Last christmas
I gave you my heart (gave you my heart)
But the very next day you gave it away (gave it away)
This year
To save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me baby
Do you recognize me?
Well, it's been a year
It doesn't surprise me (Happy Christmas, Christmas)
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you"
I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last christmas
I gave you my heart (gave you my heart)
But the very next day you gave it away (gave it away)
This year
To save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (I'll give it someone special)
Last christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year
To save me from tears (save me from tears)
I'll give it to someone special (I'll give it someone special)
Bum bum bum bum bum bum bum bum [x2]
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god I thought you were
Someone to rely on (someone to rely on). Me?
I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart
A man under cover but you tore me apart (ooh ohh)
Now I've found a real love you'll never fool me again
Last christmas
I gave you my heart (gave you my heart)
But the very next day (very next day) you gave it away (you gave it away)
This year
To save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you (you gave me away) gave it away
This year
To save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)
Gave you my heart
@jo851
Lea’s and Cory’s voices sound so amazing together
@astridovando8386
Me gustan más cómo suenan juntas las voces De Lea y Cris
@dummylatina
This was one of my favorite scenes. Rest In Peace George Michael. And Cory! It's so sad
@DomoniqueStewart3936
WAIT. WHAT HAPPENED TO GEORGE MICHAEL?! IS HE ALRIGHT?!
@imfunbut2994
DOMONIQUE STEWART he is dead
@amandaquinonez2306
hey fam
@gracel7701
destiny quiñonez and mark
@StevenL00
@@gracel7701 did you just have to mention him?!
@GabrielLucas-qn8lo
I miss these days. Glee was so pure and good.
@giacherubini249
Me too