Christmas
ray charles and ella fitzgerald Lyrics


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I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
Just like the ones I used to know
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
To hear sleigh bells in the snow

I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
With every Christmas card I write
May your days be merry and bright
And may all your Christmases be white

I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
With every Christmas card I write




May your days be merry and bright
And may all your Christmases be white

Overall Meaning

The song "White Christmas" by Irving Berlin is one of the most popular Christmas songs and has been covered by many artists. The version performed by Ray Charles and Ella Fitzgerald is a soulful and jazzy rendition of the song. The lyrics speak about the nostalgia and longing for a traditional Christmas, with snow on the ground, glistening treetops, and the sound of sleigh bells in the air. It's a dreamy and sentimental song that captures the spirit of Christmas.


The opening lines "I'm dreaming of a white Christmas, just like the ones I used to know" are particularly poignant as they suggest that Christmas has changed for the singer, and they long for the past. The mention of "children listen" invokes memories of childhood when Christmas was more magical and innocent. The second verse suggests that sending and receiving Christmas cards is a way to connect with loved ones, even if they are not physically present. The chorus is a hopeful wish for a joyful and white Christmas for all.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
I long for a snowy Christmas


Just like the ones I used to know
Just as I remember from childhood


Where the treetops glisten and children listen
Where tree branches are covered in snow, and kids eagerly await the sound of sleigh bells


To hear sleigh bells in the snow
To listen for the sound of bells as they travel through the icy air


With every Christmas card I write
Every time I send a card, I wish for snow


May your days be merry and bright
May your days be filled with happiness and joy


And may all your Christmases be white
And may every Christmas you have be snowy and magical




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Tratore, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Irving Berlin

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@aleshkaemelyanov

Улыбчатая


Самая яркая точечка пазла,
жёлтое солнце, щедрица-луна,
что через сито бриллиантово, ясно
сыплет алмазы, храня до утра.

Будто бы в марте первейшая почка,
в мертвенной выси живая звезда,
будто бы лезет из почвы росточком -
сочным примером окружным рядам.

Чарами веет теплейше, завидно,
и оттого были встречи ценней.
Сладко и нежно, и страстно, и сытно,
чайно, конфетно, уютно лишь с ней!

Тщетны обиды, гранитные думы.
Рядом Кощей бы расцвёл впопыхах!
Дивных часов проведённые суммы
гордо оставлю внутри и в стихах...



All comments from YouTube:

@ariegabriel7774

All you Ella fans you are so right...I was not into jazz singing but her great joy struck me...I love her art now as she is brilliantly unique...playful and original..intelligent and sophisticated..feel happy just hearing her..!

@ProsaContada

Whenever I listen to Ella's Christmas songs I imagine a deserted street at night with Christmas decorations and flashing lights. Greetings from Rio de Janeiro

@kaefreemanduchess719

❄️☃️I love her beautiful voice Merry Christmas Everyone ❇️❄️🕯️🎄🕯️🎄🕯️❇️ 🕊️ Peace and Love 🕯️❤️

@gmajor1273

Ella Fitzgerald was born to sing. Her voice is a national treasure.

@cecimeci4839

A masterpiece of a voice💖🎄💖🎄

@oliaceituna1931

los arreglos , la voz , no tienen edad, siguen vigentes y deliciosamente disfrutables

@jerrywilliams5235

First time listening too her it is just because there are so many artiste in the world she is so soothing.I am still alive so i aint miss it.Not to late for me because i am been blessed by a magical voice.

@bB-mn5wu

Her voice brings peace and kindness to the world.

@armandoenriquez1104

Before GBH Records continues.

@ateliegirassol2204

Ella é maravilhosa,qualquer música vira obra de arte na voz dela❤

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