From there, the band would continue to rise in the charts. In 2007, they released their fifth full-length, The Flame in All of Us, which was produced by Ken Andrews (Beck, Chris Cornell, Pete Yorn). Arriving in 2009, the aggressive Welcome to the Masquerade, which would be the band's last release with Tooth & Nail, entered the Billboard Top 200 at number 35, peaking at number two on the Christian rock chart. It was their most successful album to date and would spawn the band's first live album, Live at the Masquerade. The group's next studio album, The End Is Where We Begin, was issued in 2012. It was their first album released entirely independently. Continuing the upward chart trajectory with each subsequent release, The End debuted at number 14 on the Billboard 200, and claimed the top spots on both the hard rock and Christian charts. In late 2013, the band released Made in Canada: The 1998-2010 Collection, which included two new tracks. Thousand Foot Krutch remained independent into 2014, relying on crowd-sourcing for the release of the energetic Oxygen: Inhale, the first part of a pair of hard rock chart-topping LPs. The heavier Exhale followed in 2016, marking TFK's third consecutive Christian number one.
Jingle Bell Rock
Thousand Foot Krutch Lyrics
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Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring
Snowin' and blowin' up bushels of fun
Now the jingle hop has begun
Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time
Dancin' and prancin' in Jingle Bell Square
What a bright time, it's the right time
To rock the night away
Jingle bell time is a swell time
To go glidin' in a one-horse sleigh
Giddy-up jingle horse, pick up your feet
Jingle around the clock
Mix and a-mingle in the jinglin' feet
That's the jingle bell rock
Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time
Dancin' and prancin' in Jingle Bell Square
In the frosty air
What a bright time, it's the right time
To rock the night away
Jingle bell time is a swell time
To go glidin' in a one-horse sleigh
The lyrics to Thousand Foot Krutch's version of "Jingle Bell Rock" are straightforward and easy-to-follow, detailing the excitement of the holiday season and the titular jingle bell rock that everyone is enjoying. The first verse establishes the jingles and swinging bells that "snowin' and blowin'" around, leading into the start of the "jingle hop." The second verse describes the fun happening in Jingle Bell Square, with people "dancin' and prancin'" despite the frosty weather.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the joy of the season and the time to let loose, declaring that "jingle bell time is a swell time" to rock out and "go glidin' in a one-horse sleigh." The bridge of the song brings in the titular horse, urging it to "pick up your feet" and keep jingling around the clock with everyone else. The final verse repeats the description of Jingle Bell Square and the fun to be had there, as well as the enthusiasm for the holiday season at large.
Line by Line Meaning
Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock
The sound of bells ringing and the music that goes along with it form the background for the theme of the song.
Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring
The sound and movement of the bells is echoed in this line, as they swing and ring out a joyful tune.
Snowin' and blowin' up bushels of fun
The excitement of the season is captured in this line, as the snow and wind create an atmosphere of fun and playfulness for all to enjoy.
Now the jingle hop has begun
The dancing and celebration has started, fueled by the infectious sound of the jingling bells that are calling people to move their feet.
Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time
The rhythmic pattern of the song continues with this line, as the bells chime in time with the music.
Dancin' and prancin' in Jingle Bell Square
The energy of the song is reflected in this line, as people dance and move to the music in a festive square in the heart of the town.
In the frosty air
The chill in the air is felt by all, but it doesn't dampen the spirits of those who are gathered together to celebrate the season and each other's company.
What a bright time, it's the right time
This line captures the essence of the season, with its feeling of joy and hope that comes from being with loved ones and celebrating together.
To rock the night away
The music and dancing continue late into the night, fueled by the excitement and energy of the holiday season.
Jingle bell time is a swell time
The catchy rhythm and melody of the song make it a great time to be alive and to enjoy the company of others.
To go glidin' in a one-horse sleigh
The image of gliding through the snow in a one-horse sleigh is a classic depiction of the holiday season, filled with romance and nostalgia.
Giddy-up jingle horse, pick up your feet
This line evokes the image of a horse-drawn sleigh, with the jingling bells of the horse ringing out a cheerful tune as it goes along.
Jingle around the clock
The music and festivities continue non-stop, with no end in sight as people continue to celebrate well into the night.
Mix and a-mingle in the jinglin' feet
This line captures the essence of the season, with people mixing and mingling together in the spirit of joy and celebration.
That's the jingle bell rock
The song is a celebration of the holiday season, with its catchy rhythm and joyful lyrics capturing the spirit of the season.
Writer(s): Joe Beal, James Ross Boothe
Contributed by Aaron T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.