We Wish You A Merry Christmas
Trad. Christmas Carol Lyrics


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Good tidings we bring
To you and your kin;
Good tidings for Christmas
And a happy New Year!
We wish you a Merry Christmas
We wish you a Merry Christmas
We wish you a Merry Christmas
And a happy New Year.
Bring us pudding
Bring us pudding
Bring us pudding
And a cup of good cheer
We won't go 'til we get some
We won't go 'til we get some
We won't go until we get some
So bring it out here!
We wish you a Merry Christmas
We wish you a Merry Christmas
We wish you a Merry Christmas
And a happy New Year
And a happy New Year
We wish you a Merry Christmas
We wish you a Merry Christmas
We wish you a Merry Christmas
And a happy New Year.
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas
Good tidings we bring
To you and your kin;
Good tidings for Christmas
And a happy New Year!
We wish you a Merry Christmas
We wish you a Merry Christmas
We wish you a Merry Christmas
And a happy New Year
Good tidings we bring




To you and your kin;
And a happy New Year!

Overall Meaning

"We Wish You a Merry Christmas" is a traditional Christmas carol that expresses the joy and well wishes of the holiday season. The song is a cheerful message of spreading good tidings to others and celebrating the spirit of Christmas. The lyrics are straightforward and repetitive, emphasizing the desire for a happy Christmas and New Year.


The opening lines, "Good tidings we bring, To you and your kin" signify the intention of the carolers to bring good news and blessings to both the listener and their family. The phrase "good tidings" refers to the joyous news of Jesus' birth and the celebration of Christmas. The repetition of the phrase "We wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year" reinforces the carolers' sincere wishes for a joyful and prosperous holiday season.


The second part of the song focuses on a specific request: "Bring us pudding and a cup of good cheer." The mention of pudding in the lyrics is a reference to the traditional Christmas dessert, often associated with the joy and indulgence of the holiday season. The carolers express their desire for a festive treat, along with a cup of good cheer, which represents a joyful and spirited atmosphere.


The final lines of the song repeat the wishes for a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year, emphasizing the importance of spreading joy and good wishes to others. The repetition and uplifting nature of the song create a sense of celebration and unity, encouraging listeners to join in the festive spirit.


Overall, "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" is a joyful and simple carol that embodies the spirit of Christmas and the desire to spread happiness and good tidings to all.


Line by Line Meaning

Good tidings we bring
We bring you joyful news


To you and your kin;
To you and your family;


Good tidings for Christmas
Joyful news for the Christmas season


And a happy New Year!
And wishes for a joyful New Year!


We wish you a Merry Christmas
We express our desire for you to have a joyful Christmas


We wish you a Merry Christmas
We express our desire for you to have a joyful Christmas


We wish you a Merry Christmas
We express our desire for you to have a joyful Christmas


And a happy New Year.
And wishes for a joyful New Year.


Bring us pudding
Please bring us some delicious dessert (pudding)


Bring us pudding
Please bring us some delicious dessert (pudding)


Bring us pudding
Please bring us some delicious dessert (pudding)


And a cup of good cheer
And a glass filled with happiness and joy


We won't go 'til we get some
We will stay here until we receive what we asked for


We won't go 'til we get some
We will stay here until we receive what we asked for


We won't go until we get some
We will stay here until we receive what we asked for


So bring it out here!
So please bring it to us right now!


And a happy New Year
And wishes for a joyful New Year


And a happy New Year
And wishes for a joyful New Year


We wish you a Merry Christmas
We express our desire for you to have a joyful Christmas


We wish you a Merry Christmas
We express our desire for you to have a joyful Christmas


We wish you a Merry Christmas
We express our desire for you to have a joyful Christmas


And a happy New Year.
And wishes for a joyful New Year.


Merry Christmas
Joyful Christmas


Merry Christmas
Joyful Christmas


Good tidings we bring
We bring you joyful news


To you and your kin;
To you and your family;


Good tidings for Christmas
Joyful news for the Christmas season


And a happy New Year!
And wishes for a joyful New Year!


We wish you a Merry Christmas
We express our desire for you to have a joyful Christmas


We wish you a Merry Christmas
We express our desire for you to have a joyful Christmas


We wish you a Merry Christmas
We express our desire for you to have a joyful Christmas


And a happy New Year.
And wishes for a joyful New Year.


Good tidings we bring
We bring you joyful news


To you and your kin;
To you and your family;


And a happy New Year!
And wishes for a joyful New Year!




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@honghongang569

We wish you merry chirstmas

@mademoisellesag98

Wonderful music of christmas

@alondramontiel5547

El coro mas hermoso de nuestros días 👏👏👏😊🎄🎉🤗!!! Felicitaciones a todos!! Saludos desde México!! ~ De una niña de 16 años recién cumplidos~

@emotionless5525

Ok gracias lo aprecio mucho

@LEELYUCKAE

모두 행복한 크리스마스!!!

@juae8ly

Thank you:) Merry Christmas!

@Ecclectic_Vibes

Merry Christmas to you too!

@PedroBruh

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 🎄🎄🎄

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세월이 흘러도 합창단 여러분 아름 답습니다 최고의 목소리 입니다

@user-mx7cd1mu2k

행복하고 즐거운 크리마스 잘 보내고 신년에는 건강하고 모두다 행복하고 즐거운 한해를 보냈으면 좋겠어요...... 새해 복 많이 받으시고 즐거운 한 해를 보내세요......

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