I'll Be Home for Christmas
Voisine Roch Lyrics
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You can count on me
Please have snow
And mistletoe
And presents 'neath the tree
Christmas eve will find me
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
Christmas eve will find me
Where the love light gleams
I'll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
If only in my dreams
These lyrics are a nostalgic and sentimental tribute to the joys of spending Christmas at home with loved ones. The singer expresses a strong desire to be at home for Christmas, promising that his loved ones can count on him. The mention of snow, mistletoe and presents under the tree indicates a longing for traditional holiday rituals and symbols. The mention of the "love light gleams" suggests that the singer associates Christmas with warmth, togetherness and affection.
The refrain of the song repeats the sentiment of the first verse, firmly entrenching the theme of homecoming and the bittersweet reality of not being able to fulfill that desire. The last line "if only in my dreams" poignantly captures the sense of longing and unfulfilled longing for that special time of year.
The song was first recorded in 1943 during World War II by Bing Crosby. It quickly became a popular hit, with its themes of longing and nostalgia resonating with soldiers far from home. It has since become a Christmas standard, covered by many artists across many different genres.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll be home for Christmas
No matter how far away I am, I will make it home to be with my loved ones for the holidays.
You can count on me
You can trust that I will keep my promise to come home for Christmas, and I will be there no matter what.
Please have snow
It would be magical to have a white Christmas, so please let there be snow on the ground when I arrive.
And mistletoe
I hope to come home to a romantic setting and see the special someone I've missed so much all year.
And presents 'neath the tree
I hope to see the joy on the faces of my loved ones as they open the gifts I have thoughtfully selected and wrapped for them.
Christmas eve will find me
On the night before Christmas, I'll be in a place that's special to me and my loved ones, where we can enjoy each other's company and make memories that will last a lifetime.
Where the love light gleams
The warmth and love of my family and friends is what makes Christmas special to me. That's where I'll be, surrounded by the people who love me most.
If only in my dreams
Even if circumstances prevent me from making it home, I'll be thinking of my loved ones and wishing I could be there with them in person.
Contributed by Mila E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.