The Mighty Echoes were founded at the Olio Theater in Los Angeles in [year… Read Full Bio ↴The Mighty Echoes were founded at the Olio Theater in Los Angeles in [yearfounded]1986[/yearfounded] at the end of a long running musical by Harvey Shield 1284: The Pied Piper. Shortly thereafter they appeared on Who's the Boss as Tony Danza'a high school group the Dreamtones. This led to subsequent appearances on Murphy Brown, Family Matters, the MTV Superbowl Show and a featured role as the singing firemen in the Dennis Quaid, Debra Winger film Wilder Napalm.

Over the years the Echoes have had the profound pleasure of performing with many greats from the pantheon of Rock and Roll, such as Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Chuck Berry, Richard “Louie Louie” Berry, The Shirelles, Little Anthony, The Coasters, The Penguins, Gene Chandler, The Dixie Cups, The DuPrees, The Crew Cuts, The Chordettes, The Diamonds, Miss Patty Page, The Four Seasons, Tony Orlando, The Moody Blues, Lou Reed and many more.

The Echoes, Harvey Shield, Charlie Davis, Jon Rubin and John Lathan consider themselves true brothers in harmony. They feel extremely lucky and blessed to be great friends and to have maintained a family atmosphere all these years. Their true affinity for each other and the authentic Doo Wop style inspire their concerts and recordings in a way that sets The Mighty Echoes apart from the rest of the field.

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The Christmas Song
The Mighty Echoes Lyrics

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Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
Jack Frost nipping at your nose
Yule-tide carols being sung by a choir
And folks dressed up like Eskimos.

Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
Help to make the season bright
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow

Will find it hard to sleep tonight.

They know that Santa's on his way
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
And every mother's child is gonna spy
To see if reindeer really know how to fly.

And so I'm offering this simple phrase
To kids from one to ninety-two

Although it's been said many times, many ways
Merry Christmas to you!

Overall Meaning

The Mighty Echoes' song "The Christmas Song" is a classic holiday tune that conjures up images of traditional Christmas celebrations. The song's opening verse paints a cozy scene of chestnuts roasting on an open fire and the chill of winter with Jack Frost nipping at your nose. The next verse switches gears, taking listeners to the heart of Christmas festivities with yuletide carols being sung by a choir and people dressed up in festive clothes like Eskimos. The third verse continues with the traditional images of a bright holiday season with turkey and mistletoe, and young children eagerly awaiting a visit from Santa with toys and goodies in tow.

The final verse brings the song full circle, offering up the simple message of "Merry Christmas to you!" to all ages, from kids to grandparents. The song's enduring popularity stems from its timeless lyrics, which capture the essence of the holiday season and the joy and cheer that come with it.

Line by Line Meaning

Chestnuts are being cooked on a fire that is not closed off
We are cooking chestnuts on an open fire, without a chimney or any other enclosure to keep the heat and the smoke inside.

Jack frost is biting at a person's nose
The temperature outside is so low that it feels like small needles are piercing into one's nose and making them feel a sharp pain – like a bite.

Christmas carols are being sung by a choir
A group of people are sharing their voices to create beautiful music that celebrates the holiday season and all that comes with it.

People are dressed in clothes that are reminiscent of Eskimos
Individuals are wearing thick, furry materials that are worn by Eskimos or Indigenous peoples who live in cold climates in order to stay warm and comfortable during the winter.

Most people know that a turkey and some mistletoe can brighten up the holidays
Many individuals believe that a roasted turkey and some mistletoe are necessary decorations that can help to elevate the spirits of people during the festive season.

Little children with bright eyes will find it hard to go to sleep tonight
Young children who are excited about the upcoming holiday and the presents that they will receive from Santa Claus may find it difficult to fall asleep tonight.

Children believe that Santa Claus is on his way and he is bringing lots of toys and treats
Children trust that Santa Claus will come to their homes on Christmas Eve, bringing them lots of presents and goodies, as they have been told by their parents and in popular stories.

Every child will watch with eagerness to see the flying reindeer
All children will be watching with great anticipation to see if the reindeer that pull Santa's sleigh can really fly through the sky on this magical night, as they have imagined from tales told throughout history.

So, I am giving this simple message to anyone young and old
I am offering a basic message of goodwill and joy to people of all ages, regardless of their background or beliefs.

Despite how many times it has been said, in many different ways
Even though this message of cheer has been shared countless times throughout history, and in countless languages and cultures, it remains just as meaningful and significant today as ever before.

I sincerely wish you a Merry Christmas!
I truly hope that you will have a happy and joyful holiday season, filled with love, laughter, and all of the good things that make the holidays so special.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Melvin H. Mel Torme, Robert Wells

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