Jingle Bells
Willie Nelson Lyrics


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Dashing through the snow in a one horse open sleigh
Over the fields we go laughing all the way
Bells on bobtail ring making spirits bright
What fun it is to ride and sing a sleighing song tonight

Jingle bells jingle bells jingle all the way
Oh what fun it is to ride in a one horse open sleigh
Jingle bells jingle bells...

A day or two ago I thought I'd take a ride
And soon Miss Fanny Bright seated by my side
The horse was lean and lank misfortune seemed his lot




We got into a drifted bank and there we got upsot
Jingle bells jingle bells...

Overall Meaning

Willie Nelson's version of Jingle Bells is a festive and lively rendition of the traditional Christmas song. In the first verse, he paints the picture of a winter wonderland with a sleigh ride through the snow. The sensation is that of pure enjoyment as they laugh and sing, while the bells of the bobtail ring making their spirits high. He then proceeds to the chorus, which is the classic jingle bells refrain, where we can easily picture the festive scene of a sleigh being pulled through the snow. The song's tempo is upbeat and lively, capturing the essence of the holiday season.


The second verse of the song tells a humorous anecdote of a ride taken a day or two ago. Willie mentions that he decided to take a ride with Miss Fanny Bright by his side. However, the horse was skinny and unlucky, leading them to get stuck in a snowbank. The humorous language and light tone speak to the joy and humor of the season. The song ends with the classic jingle bells' refrain, ensuring that the song ends on a high note, with the listener feeling the infectious holiday spirit.


Line by Line Meaning

Dashing through the snow in a one horse open sleigh
Traversing the snowy landscape swiftly in a carriage pulled by a horse with no covering.


Over the fields we go laughing all the way
Merrily journeying across grassy plains and enjoying every moment of it.


Bells on bobtail ring making spirits bright
The sounding bells on the horse's harness lifting the mood of all those present.


What fun it is to ride and sing a sleighing song tonight
Expressing the joy of singing a song while riding in a sleigh in the dark evening.


Jingle bells jingle bells jingle all the way
The sound of bells echoing all the way through the journey.


Oh what fun it is to ride in a one horse open sleigh
The exhilarating experience of riding in a sleigh drawn by a single horse.


A day or two ago I thought I'd take a ride
Narrating a story of a recent incident where the singer decides to take a ride for leisure.


And soon Miss Fanny Bright seated by my side
Describing the presence of another person, Miss Fanny Bright, accompanying the artist in the ride.


The horse was lean and lank misfortune seemed his lot
Depicting the appearance of the horse as thin and unlucky.


We got into a drifted bank and there we got upsot
Recounting an unfortunate event where they got stuck in the drifted snow.




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TRADITIONAL, FRANCESCO MOCCHI

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@usefulcrackhead2485

My uncle with down syndrome enjoyed this very much! Thanks Willie!!!

@KatieFlame

Your Uncle knows good singing when he hears it!!! πŸŒΉπŸ’šπŸŒΉπŸ’šπŸŒΉ

@jonathan18.10.

All love <3

@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2

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@hesousa8488

Alem da voz maravilhosa, Willie Nelson canta tudo que nos encanta. O senhor é uma benção para o mundo. Muito obrigado. Saude. Saude. Saude.

@douglasswinford2598

Merry Christmas πŸŽ„ Willie !! Much love and good will to you and your family!

@WillieNelson-es9iy

Hello, I have seen quite a handful of your comments and Likes on my official page. Thanks for your kind words and good wishes. It's great to know I have such a devoted fan❀️ 0:00

@marissadower-morgan3313

What's not to love? Merry Christmas Willie!

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Hello there Marissa nice meeting you here

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