We Wish You A Merry Christmas
The Choir of St. Peter's Lyrics


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Once in a year, it is not thought amiss
To visit our neighbors and sing out like this.

We wish you a merry Christmas
We wish you a merry Christmas
We wish you a merry Christmas
And a happy New Year.
We wish you a merry Christmas
We wish you a merry Christmas
We wish you a merry Christmas
And a happy New Year.
Good tidings we bring to you and your kin.
We wish you a merry Christmas
And a happy New Year.

We all want some figgy pudding
We all want some figgy pudding
We all want some figgy pudding
And a cup of good cheer.
And we won't go until we get some
We won't go until we get some,
We won't go until we get some.
So bring it right here.
Good tidings we bring to you and your kin.
We wish you a merry Christmas
And a happy New Year.
A happy New Year.

Once in a year, it is not thought amiss
To visit our neighbors and sing out like this.
Of friendship and love, good neighbors abound
And peace and goodwill the whole year around.

(Pace!) (Shanti!) (Salud!) (Shalom!)
The words mean the same, whatever your home.
Why can't we have Christmas the whole year around?
Why can't we have Christmas the whole year around?

We wish you a merry Christmas
We wish you a merry Christmas
We wish you a merry Christmas
And a happy New Year.
We wish you a merry Christmas
We wish you a merry Christmas




We wish you a merry Christmas
And a happy New Year.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" by The Choir of St. Peter's convey the joyous spirit of the holiday season and the tradition of spreading good cheer and well-wishes to friends, neighbors, and loved ones. The song emphasizes the importance of communal harmony and the celebration of Christmas as an occasion for unity and positivity.


The opening lines highlight the significance of reaching out and connecting with others during this special time of year. It suggests that it is customary to visit neighbors and express goodwill through song. The repetitive nature of the chorus reinforces the sentiment of well-wishing for Christmas and the upcoming New Year.


The second verse introduces the desire for figgy pudding and a cup of good cheer, signifying the enjoyment and festivities associated with the holiday season. The insistence on not leaving until receiving the desired treat adds a playful and lighthearted element to the song.


The lyrics then shift back to the refrain, emphasizing the message of good tidings and expressing the hope for a happy New Year.


In the final verse, the song broadens its perspective to promote friendship, love, peace, and goodwill throughout the entire year. It suggests that the values and spirit of Christmas should not be limited to a specific season but should be extended for the entirety of the year.


Overall, "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" is a cheerful and inclusive song that encapsulates the essence of Christmas, emphasizing the importance of sharing joy, unity, and well-wishes with neighbors and loved ones. It encourages the continuation of these positive sentiments beyond the holiday season.


Line by Line Meaning

Once in a year, it is not thought amiss
It is not considered wrong or inappropriate to do something once a year.


To visit our neighbors and sing out like this.
To go to our neighbors' houses and sing in this manner.


We wish you a merry Christmas
We express our desire for you to have a joyful Christmas.


And a happy New Year.
And a joyful New Year.


Good tidings we bring to you and your kin.
We bring you good news for you and your relatives.


We all want some figgy pudding
We all desire to have some delicious figgy pudding.


And a cup of good cheer.
And a cup filled with happiness and joy.


And we won't go until we get some
And we will not leave until we receive some.


So bring it right here.
So please bring it to us immediately.


(Pace!) (Shanti!) (Salud!) (Shalom!)
(Peace!) (Peace in Sanskrit!) (Cheers!) (Peace in Hebrew!)


The words mean the same, whatever your home.
The words have the same meaning, regardless of your home.


Why can't we have Christmas the whole year around?
Why cannot we experience the joy of Christmas throughout the entire year?


A happy New Year.
A joyful New Year.




Lyrics © Phonographic Digital Limited (PDL), Capitol CMG Publishing, Songtrust Ave
Written by: TRADITIONAL, BRIAN SCOTT BENNETT

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