Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire
The Philadelphia Orchestra And Chorus 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!
The song, "Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire" paints a vivid picture of a cozy holiday setting, where chestnuts are roasting on the fire, and Jack Frost is nipping at your nose. The singer can hear the sounds of yuletide carols being sung by a choir, and people are dressed up in warm coats, hats, and perhaps fur-lined Eskimo boots. As the song progresses, the lyrics describe how a turkey and some mistletoe can brighten the holiday season. Even the little tots are excited, their eyes aglow, making it difficult for them to sleep. The renowned "Santa Claus" is coming to town, with his sleigh loaded with toys and goodies, and every child, even the mothers' child, is eager to spy if Santa's reindeer can fly. Finally, the song delivers a simple message of goodwill to everyone, that despite many different ways of saying Merry Christmas, it's still an evergreen way of spreading peace and joy.
Line by Line Meaning
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
Roasted chestnuts are being cooked over an open flame
Jack Frost nipping at your nose
The cold winter weather is causing your nose to feel numb
Yule-tide carols being sung by a choir
A group of singers are singing songs related to the Christmas season
And folks dressed up like Eskimos.
People are wearing warm clothing that resembles the garments worn by Eskimos
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
It is commonly known that one should have a turkey and mistletoe during this time of year
Help to make the season bright
These holiday traditions bring joy to the season
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow
Young children with bright eyes full of excitement
Will find it hard to sleep tonight.
The anticipation of Christmas morning will make it difficult for children to fall asleep
They know that Santa's on his way
Children are aware that Santa Claus is coming to deliver gifts
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
Santa has put many gifts and treats on his sleigh to deliver
And every mother's child is gonna spy
All children are going to try to catch a glimpse of Santa Claus
To see if reindeer really know how to fly.
Children are curious about whether or not Santa's reindeer can actually fly
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
The singer is presenting a straightforward message
To kids from one to ninety-two
This message is intended for individuals of all ages
Although it's been said many times, many ways
This message may have been expressed frequently in different variations
Merry Christmas to you!
Wishing you a joyful and festive Christmas celebration
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ADOLPHE ADAM
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