I Want You Back
The Chocolate Lyrics


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I don't want a lot for Christmas
There is just one thing I need
I don't care about the presents
Underneath the Christmas tree
'Cause I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
All I want for Christmas is you


I don't want a lot for Christmas
There is just one thing I need
I don't care about the presents
Underneath the Christmas tree


I don't need to hang my stocking
There upon the fireplace
Santa Claus won't make me happy
With a toy on Christmas Day
'CauseI just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
All I want for Christmas is you


I won't ask for much this Christmas
I won't even wish for snow
I'm just gonna keep on waiting
Underneath the mistletoe
I won't make a list and send it
To the North Pole for Saint Nick
I won't even stay awake to
Hear those magic reindeer click


'Cause I just want you here tonight
Holding on to me so tight
What more can I do?
All I want for Christmas is you



All the lights are shining so brightly everywhere
And the sound of children's laughter fills the air
And everyone is singing
I hear those sleigh bells ringing
Santa, won't you bring me the one that I need?
Won't you please bring my baby to me?


I don't want a lot for Christmas
This is all I'm asking for
I just wanna see my baby
Standing right outside my door
'Cause I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know




Make my wish come true
All I want for Christmas is you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "I Want You Back" by The Chocolate's convey the singer's desire for love and companionship during the Christmas season. The song emphasizes that the singer's focus is not on material possessions or gifts, but rather on having their loved one by their side.


The first two paragraphs establish this theme. The singer expresses that they do not want much for Christmas, except for the person they love. They clarify that they do not care about the presents underneath the Christmas tree, as their main wish is to have their loved one in their life. This reflects the idea that true happiness and fulfillment come from the presence of loved ones, rather than material possessions.


In the third paragraph, the singer goes further to explain that they are willing to forgo typical Christmas traditions and expectations. They state that they do not need snow or presents from Santa Claus; they are simply willing to wait patiently under the mistletoe. By not making a list for Santa or staying awake to hear reindeer, the singer implies that their only wish is to be with their loved one.


The final paragraph brings in the festive atmosphere of Christmas. The singer mentions the lights shining everywhere, the sound of children's laughter, and sleigh bells ringing. However, among all this joy and cheer, the singer directly addresses Santa and asks if he can bring them the one person they need - their baby. The emphasis is on the connection between the singer and their loved one, as they long for their presence more than anything else.


Overall, the lyrics of "I Want You Back" by The Chocolate's highlight the importance of love and companionship during the holiday season. The song emphasizes that material possessions are not the key to happiness, but rather being with the person you love. It captures the sentiment of longing and desire for a deep connection, making it a heartfelt Christmas song.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't want a lot for Christmas
I don't have an extensive wishlist this Christmas


There is just one thing I need
There is only one thing that truly matters to me


I don't care about the presents
Gifts and material possessions hold no importance to me


Underneath the Christmas tree
Even the gifts placed under the tree are irrelevant to me


'Cause I just want you for my own
Because all I desire is to have you in my life


More than you could ever know
My feelings for you are immeasurable


Make my wish come true
Grant my heartfelt desire


All I want for Christmas is you
You are the sole thing I long for this Christmas


I don't need to hang my stocking
The tradition of hanging stockings brings me no excitement


There upon the fireplace
On the fireplace mantle, where stockings are usually hung


Santa Claus won't make me happy
The arrival of Santa Claus won't bring me joy


With a toy on Christmas Day
Receiving a toy as a gift on Christmas Day won't satisfy me


I won't ask for much this Christmas
I won't make excessive requests this Christmas season


I won't even wish for snow
Even the presence of snow is not something I desire


I'm just gonna keep on waiting
I will patiently continue to wait


Underneath the mistletoe
Positioned beneath the mistletoe decorations


I won't make a list and send it
I won't compile and mail a wishlist


To the North Pole for Saint Nick
Addressed to the North Pole for Santa Claus


I won't even stay awake to
I won't keep myself awake to


Hear those magic reindeer click
Listen to the sound of the reindeer's hooves


'Cause I just want you here tonight
Because I yearn to have you with me this very evening


Holding on to me so tight
Embracing me firmly and closely


What more can I do?
I'm uncertain of any other actions I can take


All I want for Christmas is you
You are my sole desire this Christmas


All the lights are shining so brightly everywhere
The illumination of lights is abundant and vibrant in every corner


And the sound of children's laughter fills the air
The atmosphere is filled with the joyful laughter of children


And everyone is singing
People all around are harmoniously joining in song


I hear those sleigh bells ringing
The sound of sleigh bells reaches my ears


Santa, won't you bring me the one that I need?
Santa Claus, will you please bring me the person I truly desire?


Won't you please bring my baby to me?
Could you kindly bring my beloved to me?


This is all I'm asking for
This is the sole request I have


I just wanna see my baby
I simply want to lay my eyes on my beloved


Standing right outside my door
Standing in close proximity to my doorstep


'Cause I just want you for my own
Because having you solely for myself is what I desire


More than you could ever know
Far beyond what you may comprehend


Make my wish come true
Fulfill my heartfelt wish


All I want for Christmas is you
You are the only thing I desire this Christmas




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Henry Mitchell

You getting old this song never get old you digg

Tammy32585

I love this song !

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Wats up pleasure?

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@Henry Mitchell ,

Jenny Baby

Me

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Aj Wallace

2023 and this song still hits hard..it’ll rip you apart if you feel it…absolutely amazing song and it couldn’t fit my life better rn…if you know you know…

Shantese Arthur

Indeed👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 I’m going thru it right now been married 18yrs. We said some very hurtful things and I love him but I think I out grew him and he might hv out grew me. We got married to fast, was both coming out of hurtful relationships

Dorie R.

@Shantese Arthur damn I hope whatever decision y’all come to is the best for both of you. ❤

Swoop N Score

@Shantese ArthurI hope y’all both put Christ first and reconcile y’all marriage.

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