Windwell is a Seattle based duo formed by Caleb Jacobson and Brett Baird (H… Read Full Bio ↴Windwell is a Seattle based duo formed by Caleb Jacobson and Brett Baird (Handsome and Gretyl). They combine relational and life stories with highly dynamic and emotional music to create music that is relatable and moving.

In 2015, after starting the recording of their new project, they released three songs; In Orbit, Somewhere New, and Fall. In December 2016, they released a cover of Irving Berlin's White Christmas.
In Spring 2017 Windwell released their EP entitled Burrow consisting of 5 songs with label Bravery Music.

Currently Windwell is working on a long term project of cover songs from throughout the past decades starting in the 1950s. The covers range from folk to cinematic but all have a new spin from the original version.

August 2019 their first EP released with 1950s covers including; Fats Domino, The Everly Brothers, Johnny Cash, and Frank Sinatra.

We Wish You A Merry Christmas
Windwell Lyrics

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Good tidings we bring to you and your kin
We wish you a Merry 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
We wish you a Merry 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
We wish you a Merry Christmas
We wish you a Merry Christmas

We wish you a Merry Christmas
And a Happy New Year

Overall Meaning

These lyrics are from the traditional Christmas carol, "We Wish You a Merry Christmas," as performed by Windwell. The song begins with the singers bringing good tidings to the listener and their family, expressing their desire for a joyful and happy holiday season. The chorus repeats the simple yet memorable lines "We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year" as a way of conveying heartfelt wishes for the holiday season.

The use of the phrase "good tidings" in the first line is significant, as it harkens back to the traditional Christian meaning of Christmas as a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. In religious contexts, the phrase "good tidings" often refers to the announcement of Jesus' birth made by the angels in the Gospel of Luke. However, the song has become a secular Christmas classic, and the message of peace, love, and joy it conveys is welcomed by people of all faiths and backgrounds.

Overall, "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" is a simple and cheerful song that captures the spirit of the season. Its catchy melody and memorable lyrics have made it a holiday favorite that is enjoyed by people around the world.

Line by Line Meaning

Good tidings we bring to you and your kin
We come bringing good news and joy to you and all your family

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
We hope you have a joyful Christmas and a prosperous New Year

We wish you a Merry Christmas
Our wish for you is to have a joyous Christmas celebration

We wish you a Merry Christmas
We hope you have a wonderful time this Christmas season

We wish you a Merry Christmas
May your Christmas be filled with happiness and love

And a Happy New Year
May the New Year bless you with happiness and success