Last Christmas
WOHNZIMMER - Wham! Lyrics


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Ah, aha
Ooh
Oh

Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special

Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away (you gave it away)
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)

Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me, baby
Do you recognize me?
Well, it's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
(Happy Christmas) I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying, "I love you," I meant it
Now, I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again

Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away (you gave it away)
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)

Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special, oh)

Oh, my baby
(Ooh)

A crowded room, friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you, and your soul of ice
My God, I thought you were someone to rely on
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on

A face on a lover with a fire in his heart
A man under cover but you tore me apart, ooh
Now, I've found a real love you'll never fool me again

Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away (you gave it away)
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)

Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, (you gave) you gave it away (me away)
This year (ohh), to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)

Face on a lover with a fire in his heart (I gave you my heart)
A man under cover but you tore him apart
Maybe next year, I'll give it to someone
I'll give it to someone special (special, someone)





(Someone)

Overall Meaning

"Last Christmas" by Wham! is a bittersweet love song that talks about heartbreak, regret, and the hope of finding a new love.


The song begins with the singer reminiscing about the previous Christmas where they gave their heart to someone. However, the following day, that person ended up breaking their heart by giving it away. To avoid experiencing the same sadness again, the singer decides to give their heart to someone special this year, hoping to save themselves from tears.


The second verse reflects on the past year, mentioning that despite being cautious and keeping a distance, the singer still finds themselves attracted to the person who broke their heart. They wonder if the person recognizes them and admit that it wouldn't be a surprise if they don't. The singer reveals that they sent a gift last Christmas with a note saying "I love you," showing their vulnerability and how they were mistaken about the other person's feelings. They acknowledge their foolishness but also express that if the person were to kiss them again, they would be fooled once more.


The chorus repeats the statement that last Christmas they gave their heart to someone, but this year they will give it to someone special to protect themselves from further emotional pain.


In the final section, the singer describes being in a crowded room with tired-eyed friends, actively avoiding the person who hurt them. They had believed that person was someone they could rely on and be there for, acting as a supportive shoulder to cry on. However, they realize that the person was just pretending and ended up hurting them deeply. Eventually, the singer finds a new love, someone who will never deceive them again, giving them hope for the future.


Overall, "Last Christmas" conveys the emotions of heartbreak, disappointment, and the desire to find a genuine and loyal love after experiencing betrayal. The lyrics capture the complex feelings associated with past memories and the determination to move on and find someone special who won't repeat the same mistakes.


Line by Line Meaning

Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
During the previous Christmas, I wholeheartedly gave you my love and affection


But the very next day you gave it away
However, without hesitation, you quickly discarded my love and moved on


This year, to save me from tears
In order to protect myself from heartache and sorrow this year


I'll give it to someone special
I will give my love to someone who truly deserves and appreciates it


Once bitten and twice shy
Having experienced heartbreak before, I am now hesitant to trust again


I keep my distance
I maintain a safe emotional distance to shield myself from potential pain


But you still catch my eye
Despite my efforts, I am still drawn to you and notice your presence


Tell me, baby, do you recognize me?
I wonder, dear, if you even remember who I am


Well, it's been a year
It has been a full year since our previous Christmas together


It doesn't surprise me
I am not shocked by the way things have turned out between us


(Happy Christmas) I wrapped it up and sent it
(Merry Christmas) I carefully packaged my love and sent it to you


With a note saying, "I love you," I meant it
Accompanied by a heartfelt note expressing my genuine affection for you


Now, I know what a fool I've been
Now, I realize the foolishness of my past actions and decisions


But if you kissed me now
However, if you were to kiss me at this moment


I know you'd fool me again
I am aware that you would deceive and manipulate me once more


A crowded room, friends with tired eyes
In a room filled with people, surrounded by friends who appear weary and worn


I'm hiding from you, and your soul of ice
I am purposely avoiding you and your cold, heartless nature


My God, I thought you were someone to rely on
Goodness gracious, I believed you were a person I could trust and depend on


Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
As for me? I suppose I was merely a source of comfort for you during tough times


A face on a lover with a fire in his heart
The visage of a passionate lover who possesses a burning desire within him


A man under cover but you tore me apart
A man concealing his true emotions, yet you completely shattered me


Now, I've found a real love you'll never fool me again
Now, I have discovered genuine love and will not allow myself to be deceived again


Face on a lover with a fire in his heart (I gave you my heart)
The countenance of a passionate lover who is deeply invested in the relationship


A man under cover but you tore him apart
A man concealing his true feelings, yet you caused him immense emotional pain


Maybe next year, I'll give it to someone
Perhaps in the upcoming year, I will choose to give my love to another


I'll give it to someone special
I will give my love to someone who holds a significant place in my heart


(Someone)




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: George Michael

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@snaky72

Sehr schönes Video!!
Bin sicher schon 5 Jahre nicht mehr in Saas Fee gewesen. Natürlich im Winter.
Letzter Sommer Aufenthalt war Anfang der 90iger Jahre.
Die Gondel die du gezeigt hast ist leider eine „Umlaufbahn“. Die Felskinn ist aber eine „Pendelbahn“.
Früher musste man hochlaufen oder ein Schlepplift nehmen, und dann noch Laufen um „Ins Skigebiet“ zu kommen.
Und du bist gar nicht ssoo ein schlechter Wanderer. Dank dran das das Dorf auf 1800 M.ü.M liegt!
ICH HASSE AUCH ZECKEN !!
Wieso machst Du nicht ein Abstecher auf das Schilthorn? Das aus dem James-Bond-Film „Im Geheimdienst Ihrer Majestät“ bekannt ist?
Und wenn du durch den Aargau kommst, sag Bescheid, kannst bei mir Übernachten! :-)
Schöne Ferien wünsch ich Dir aus dem besagten Aargau.



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@MatthiasSchwarzer

Danke fürs Einschalten! Diese Videos könnten euch auch gefallen:

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@ryker1305

Sehr schöner Ort, schön ruhig. So mag ich :-) Soweit ich weiss, ist Zermatt auch Autofrei. In Täsch kann man parken und per Bahn gleich die nächste Station aussteigen. :-D

@janpracht6662

0:57 min Das ist in dem Video meine absolute Lieblingsstelle, wo der böse Blick über den Tisch fliegt... 😂

@thomaskamp9365

Meine Heimat ❤ Wenn Du noch ein weiters Filmthema suchen solltest: Das Dorf Neuenohte (Stadt Bergneustadt) hat erst vor ca. 40-50 Jahren elektrischen Strom bekommen. Ich meine auch Wasser und Kanalisation aber da bin ich mir nicht ganz sicher. Es soll aber das letzte Dorf in Deutschland gewesen sein das ans Stromnetz angeschlossen wurde. Eventuell wäre das mal ein interessantes Thema? Wir steuern ja gerade einer Zeit entgegen, wo Wir damit rechnen müssen kein Gas und Strom mehr zu haben und dann wahrscheinlich auch kein fließendes Wasser mehr. Also wie haben die Menschen damals 1960-70 gelebt ohne Wasser, Gas und Strom ?

@BadboyMax1986

@Thomas Kamp Wie?

Ganz einfach. Wasser vom Brunnen oder Bach. Holzofen und Kachelofen statt Gas und Kerzen und Tageslicht statt Strom. Zeitungen und Gasthaus waren die Informationsquelle. Für Radio gibts Batterien und auf einen TV kann man verzichten.

@BadboyMax1986

Ich hätte die Bäume alle weg gemacht um wenigstens etwas Aussicht zu haben.

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@julsmatka4313

Ich habe deinen Kanal heute entdeckt und möchte gleich zu Beginn ein großes Lob da lassen: Es ist fantastisch wie respektvoll du dich an deinen Besucherorten vehältst. Eben nicht einfach über Zäune etc. steigst. Danke schön, so kann ich ohne schlechten Beigeschmack deine Videos genießen.

@l.al.a129

Hey Matthias, ich liebe deine Videos zu drehorten! Es ist ein purer Genuss die Videos anzuschauen, ich freue mich immer sehr darauf! Danke dafür!:)

@framatzha7757

Endlich mal eine tolle Empfehlung von YouTube 😊 Du bist wirklich super sympathisch und das Video ist toll. Schön, dass du die Privatsphäre so respektierst. Ich habe dich gleich abonniert und freue mich auf viele weitere schöne Videos. 😊😊

@huskynarr

Wie immer, grandios gemacht! Und beachtlich, was sich in 38 Jahren natürlich alles verändert.

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