The Christmas Song
The Nat King Cole Trio Lyrics
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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
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
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
The opening lines of "The Christmas Song" paint an idyllic picture of the holiday season with chestnuts roasting on an open fire, jack frost nipping at your nose, yuletide carols sung by a choir, and people dressed up in warm Eskimo clothing. The song is about the joy of Christmas time, and the Santa Claus legend that helps to make it even more special. The song also talks about how Christmas traditions like the turkey and mistletoe help to brighten the season, and how children, with their eyes all aglow, find it hard to sleep at night knowing that Santa Claus is coming.
The final part of the song offers a simple phrase, "Merry Christmas to you," that encapsulates the spirit of the season. The phrase is repeated twice, with the last line saying "although it's been said many times, many ways" indicating that it is a traditional greeting that never gets old. The song is a classic holiday tune that connects with people of all ages and backgrounds, and it perfectly captures the essence of the holiday season.
Line by Line Meaning
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
The aroma of chestnuts being roasted on a fire is filling the air
Jack Frost nipping at your nose
The cold air outside is causing your nose to tingle and feel numb
Yule-tide carols being sung by a choir
The sounds of traditional Christmas songs are beautifully harmonized by a choir's voices
And folks dressed up like Eskimos
People are wrapped up warmly in thick winter clothing to keep the cold at bay
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
A turkey dinner and mistletoe decorations are two common things everyone looks forward to during the season
Help to make the season bright
These things bring joy and brighten up the holiday spirit
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow
Excited young children with bright eyes are eagerly awaiting the holiday and all its delights
Will find it hard to sleep tonight
They'll be too full of excitement and anticipation to easily drift to sleep
They know that Santa's on his way
Children believe Santa Claus will soon visit to deliver presents
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
He's prepared many gifts for good children
And every mother's child is gonna spy
Every child, regardless of social status, will try to catch a glimpse of Santa or his sleigh
To see if reindeer really know how to fly
Their curiosity exists around the mystery of how reindeer have the ability to fly
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
I'm sharing a kind and humble message in honor of the holiday season
To kids from one to ninety-two
Everyone, regardless of age, can appreciate this sentiment
Although it's been said many times, many ways
The message of 'Merry Christmas' has been expressed in numerous forms over the years
Merry Christmas to you
A warm and sincere wish for a happy holiday to everyone
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Mel Torme, Robert Wells
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Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
Jack Frost nipping at your nose
Yuletide 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 reindeers 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
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
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@TheElementsAreWithMe
May this song remain just as magical for another 50 years.
@nazmulhassan3370
at least
@tonyharden7159
I know it's early but I am anxiously awaiting Christmas.
@faclonx6275
@@tonyharden7159 I am waiting for Christmas I am listening to this in October
@alisonbarlow7836
It always will be magical
@pindot787
I hope it is for forever
@80schild48
I have stage 4 colon / liver cancerโฆ. And this song really puts me at easeโฆ hope this isnโt my lastโฆ. Merry Christmas my friends
@grizzlybear352
You got this. I know you do.
@jocejoce7638
I send prayers that the treatments works. Allow yourself to live experiences that you never dared to live before, and don't let fear take on you (sounds silly, but anti-anxiety herb tea like passiflora-valerian really helped me when I was diagnosed with kidney cancer). Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones!!
@baryntn41
And to you. And don't forget the reason for Christmas - the incarnation of God.