Christmas Alphabet
Valentine Dickie Lyrics
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H is for the happiness with all the family
R is for the reindeer prancing by the window pane
I is for the icing on the cake as sweet as sugar cane
S is for the stocking on the chimney wall
T is for the toys beneath the tree so tall
M is for the mistletoe where everyone is kissed
A is for the angels who make up the Christmas list
Be good and he'll bring you everything in your Christmas alphabet
Capital C is for the candy trimmed around the Christmas tree
H is for the happiness with all the family
R is for the reindeer prancing by the window pane
I is for the icing on the cake as sweet as sugar cane
S is for the stocking on the chimney wall
T is for the toys beneath the tree so tall
M is for the mistletoe where everyone is kissed
A is for the angels who make up the Christmas list
S is for the Santa who makes every kid his pet
Be good and he'll bring you everything in your Christmas alphabet
The lyrics of Valentine Dickie's song "Christmas Alphabet" celebrate the various aspects of the holiday season that make it so special. The song is an alphabet-themed list of Christmas traditions and symbols, with each letter representing a different aspect of the holiday. For example, "C" is for the candy trimmed around the Christmas tree, "H" is for the happiness with all the family, "R" is for the reindeer prancing by the window pane, and so on.
The song captures the excitement and joy of the holiday season, particularly for children who eagerly anticipate the arrival of Santa Claus and the gifts he brings. The lyrics encourage listeners to be good so that they can receive everything on their "Christmas alphabet" from Santa.
Overall, the song is a fun and upbeat tribute to the many traditions, symbols, and joys of the Christmas season, and serves as a reminder for all to cherish these moments and spread holiday cheer.
Line by Line Meaning
C is for the candy trimmed around the Christmas tree
The letter C represents the sweet candy trimmings that people put on their Christmas trees to add to the festive theme.
H is for the happiness with all the family
The letter H represents the joy that comes with being with loved ones during the Christmas season and celebrating together.
R is for the reindeer prancing by the window pane
The letter R represents the magical image of reindeer running joyfully outside a window, perhaps with Santa Claus and his sleigh.
I is for the icing on the cake as sweet as sugar cane
The letter I represents the sweet icing on Christmas cakes, which tastes as sweet as sugar cane and is a popular dessert during the holiday season.
S is for the stocking on the chimney wall
The letter S represents the stockings that people hang on their chimneys or walls, which are filled with little gifts from Santa Claus for individuals in the household.
T is for the toys beneath the tree so tall
The letter T represents the toys found beneath the Christmas tree, which is usually tall and decorated with ornaments and lights during the holiday season.
M is for the mistletoe where everyone is kissed
The letter M represents a tradition of kissing under the mistletoe, which is a plant that is hung during the holiday season, and individuals underneath it are encouraged to kiss.
A is for the angels who make up the Christmas list
The letter A represents traditional beliefs about angels creating or contributing to Christmas lists, which contain guests who are invited to holiday gatherings, people who are sent gifts, and other such information.
S is for the Santa who makes every kid his pet
The letter S represents the concept of Santa Claus, who is seen as friendly, jolly, and bringing gifts to children who have been good throughout the year. He is often portrayed as a lover of children and animals alike.
Be good and he'll bring you everything in your Christmas alphabet
The overall message of the song is that if one is good, they will receive all good things associated with Christmas, such as candy, happiness, reindeer, icing, stockings, toys, mistletoe, angels, and Santa Claus.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JULES LOMAN, BUDDY KAYE
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@adrianshaw966
C is for the candy trimmed around the Christmas tree
H is for the happiness with all the family
R is for the reindeer prancing by the window pane
I is for the icing on the cake as sweet as sugar cane
S is for the stocking on the chimney wall
T is for the toys beneath the tree so tall
M is for the mistletoe where everyone is kissed
A is for the angels who make up the Christmas list
S is for old Santa who makes every kid his pet
Be good and he'll bring you everything in your Christmas alphabet!
Capital c is for the candy trimmed around the Christmas tree
H is for the happiness with all the family
R is for the reindeer prancing by the window pane
I is for the icing on the cake as sweet as sugar cane
S is for the stocking on the chimney wall
T is for the toys beneath the tree so tall
M is for the mistletoe where everyone is kissed
A is for the angels who make up the Christmas list
S is for old Santa who makes every kid his pet
Be good and he'll bring you everything in your Christmas alphabet!
@tinabillingham
This reminds me of my lovely dad. He used to play this for me on the record player while I cuddled up on his lap by the Christmas tree. Wonderful memories ❤❤❤
@hemmay
Fantastic voice and song.Dickie was a wonderfu person-very caring and loved a good laugh.Taken from us far too early.Enjoy the songs.
@maxpom68
Love this song, Dickie has a great voice.
@caretakerfishing
One of my childhood memories, great to hear it again.
@davidrayner9376
I remember this being played on the radio on Christmas Day, 1955, as my mum was icing the Christmas cake and putting little coloured plastic items on top, including a church; a Santa and a reindeer. I was only eight years old then. Where have all the years gone to?
@skoot2u
Remember this so well as a kid,he had a great voice.I feel sorry for the kids of today who never get to experience a real Christmas.
@hazelwilliamson7510
I was 7 years old I remember singing this ,memories.
@johnpirie3800
My big sister Christine would sing this to me when we were both younger...
She went to OZ; I stayed in the UK.
I miss her terribly; even now>>>
SIS xxx.
@XxlittlehaloxX
My mum sang th is every Christmas when we were kids. Love it! Hence me listening 4 months early!!!
@peterwood-jenkins3634
When I lived in The Cotswolds and I used to play the Welsh Clubs he was a great singer a lovely girl live and his original recordings were exceptional RIP Dickie a Great Human Being