Merry Christmas
Third Day Lyrics

There's a little girl trembling on a cold December morn
A small female child is shivering on a chilly December morning, possibly overwhelmed by fear and sadness.

Cyin' for momma's arms
She is crying for the comfort and safety of her mother's embrace.

At an orphanage just outside a little China town
The child may be at an institution for parentless individuals located nearby a small Asian community.

Where the forgotten are
It could be an unloved and overlooked place, where the occupants feel unwanted and insignificant.

But half a world away I hang
Despite being far apart from the girl, the artist is still completing holiday traditions.

The stockings by the fire
They are placing hosiery next to a cozy flame, perhaps in anticipation of Santa's arrival.

And dream about the day
The individual is fantasizing about a time in the future, unfettered by current difficulties.

When I can finally call you mine
They're hopeful that someday the girl will be a child in their care, perhaps legally adopted.

It's Christmas time again but you're not home
During this festive season, the girl is far away from a loving, familiar environment.

Your family is here and yet you're somewhere else alone
Despite the existence of relatives nearby, the youngster is still existing in solitude.

So tonight I pray that God will come and hold you in His arms
This evening the singer is asking for Divine intervention, hoping that the Creator will embrace the child closely.

And tell you from my heart, I wish you a Merry Christmas
From the depths of their own soul, the person speaking wishes for the girl to experience a joyous holiday event.

As I hang the tinsel on the tree and watch the twinkling lights
While adorning the conifer with festive decor, the singer's attention is drawn to the sparkling luminescence.

I'm warmed by the fire's glow
The singer is soothingly comforted by the orange, radiant fire blazing in the hearth.

Outside the children tumble in a wonderland of white
Outdoors, youngsters are frolicking and rolling about in fluffy mounds of snow, a whimsical scene.

And make angels in the snow
The kids enjoy making snow impressions on the ground in the form of winged heavenly figures.

And half a world away you try
The girl is also attempting to deal with her problems though she is geographically distant from comfort.

Your best to fight the tears
She is struggling to retain composure, forcing herself not to cry.

And hope that heaven's angels come
The child is desiring the intervention of celestial beings to provide divine support.

To carry you here
The girl wishes the angels to transport her somewhere else, somewhere more favorable to her wellbeing.

And Christmas is a time to celebrate the Holy Child
This season is designated to pay tribute to the religious belief of the highly acclaimed Infant.

And we celebrate His perfect gift of love
Humanity is giving thanks for the holy and ideal present of affection that was given through the Infant's life.

He came to us to give His life and prepare a place for us
The Messiah was sent to Earth to selflessly sacrifice Himself, as well as to establish a destination where we might ultimately reside.

So we could have a home with Him above
The artist believes that Jesus' death and sanctification of humanity granted us the opportunity to have eternal life with Him.

It's Christmas time again and now you're home
The girl has finally returned to a familiar setting and is no longer isolated in a distant, foreign orphanage.

Your family is here so you will never be alone
The girl is currently surrounded by adoring loved ones, ensuring that she'll never feel unwanted again.

So tonight before you go to sleep, I'll hold you in my arms
Before the child closes her eyes, the singer comforts her by embracing her in their own arms.

And tell you from my heart and I'll tell you from my heart
The artist emphasizes the sincerity of their well-wishes for the girl, reiterating the heartfelt nature of their desires.

I wish you a Merry Christmas
The artist hopes for the girl to enjoy a joyful and festive holiday season.

We wish you a Merry Christmas
An involved group of well-wishers desire for a celebratory, harmonious Christmas to transpire.

We wish you a Merry Christmas
Through multiple verbal affirmations, the group continues to convey their desire for a merry holiday season.

We wish you a Merry Christmas
Once more, the well-wishers express a hopeful intent for a festive, blissful holiday season.

And a Happy New Year
In addition to Christmas cheer, they are also desirous that the following New Year be prosperous and happy.

Good tidings we bring
The individuals here express their joyous tidings, aiming to spread a positive atmosphere.

To you and your kin
This message of love and fondness is directly intended for the individual this song is addressed to, as well as her family members.

Good tidings for Christmas
During this holiday season, they wish to communicate optimistic and upbeat sentiments.

And a Happy New Year
In addition to celebrating the present festivities, they are also grateful for the year soon to come, and wish the same to the girl and her loved ones.