This Christmas
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Hang all the mistletoe
I'm gonna get to know you better, this Christmas
And as we trim the tree
How much fun it's gonna be together, this Christmas

Fireside is blazing bright
And we're carolin' through the night
And this Christmas will be
A very special Christmas for you and me

Hang all the mistletoe
I'm gonna get to know you better, this Christmas
And as we trim the tree
How much fun it's gonna be together, this Christmas

Fireside blazing bright
And we're carolin' through the night
And this Christmas will be
A very special Christmas for me

Shake a hand, shake a hand oh

Presents and cards are here
My world is filled with cheer and you, this Christmas
And as I look around
Your eyes outshine the town, they do, this Christmas

Fireside blazing bright
And we're carolin' through the night
And this Christmas will be
A very special Christmas for me

Shake a hand, shake a hand now
It's alright, oh baby, we're gonna do it
This Christmas
Hey, baby, baby, we're gonna do it, whoa yeah
This Christmas

Fireside blazing bright
And we're carolin' through the night
And this Christmas will be
A very special Christmas for me
Shake a hand, shake a hand





Baby, fireside blazing bright
Girl, everything is gonna be

Overall Meaning

Alright
This Christmas will be a very special Christmas for both of us.


The lyrics of this song describe the excitement and joy of spending Christmas with someone special. The singer wants to get to know their partner better as they decorate the tree and hang mistletoe. They look forward to spending time with each other by the fireside, singing carols and exchanging presents. The singer's world is filled with cheer and they can see the joy in their partner's eyes, making this Christmas a very special one for both of them. The song ends with a call to shake hands and celebrate the holiday season together.


One interesting fact about this song is that it was originally performed by soul singer Donny Hathaway in 1970. However, it was The Temptations' rendition that became the more popular and well-known version of the song. Another interesting fact is that the song has been covered by several other artists, including Christina Aguilera, Chris Brown, and Kelly Clarkson. "This Christmas" has also been featured in several films, including "The Best Man Holiday" and "Almost Christmas."


Furthermore, the song has been a holiday classic since its release, often being played on the radio and in stores during the Christmas season. The song's popularity has also led to its use in commercials for products and events related to the holiday season. The lyrics of the song capture the romantic and festive spirit of Christmas, making it a beloved holiday classic for many.


Musically, the song is characterized by its upbeat tempo, soulful vocals, and catchy melody. The use of the horns and percussion also adds to the festive and celebratory feel of the song. The chords for the song are: C, Am7, Dm7, G7, F, and E7.




Lyrics ยฉ Roba Music, Peermusic Publishing, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DONNY EDWARD N HATHAWAY, NADINE MCKINNOR

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Talia Hill

This was my grandma's favorite Christmas album. We would listen to it nonstop! My mother and aunt bought her one of those radios with the auto reverse feature. Never had to turn the tape over again! Lol I miss her so much. Now my 3 yr old is learning the album and my newborn is up next!! Enjoy it everyone! Seasons greetings๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽ

Renee Rougeaux

Awww ๐Ÿฅฐ mine too! I miss her so much ๐Ÿ’ซ๐ŸŽ„

shaun walker

Good old days. And silent night too.

reeesyy kaye

This is a family tradition to play this album all the way through. My grandmother would have this album playing all December long!!

Kelvin Hall

A perennial classic here!!!! The untouchable lead vocals of the late Dennis Edwards is refreshing!!!!!!

Ike Richardson

The great dentist Edwards and The Tempting Temptations put their unbelievable arrangement to the Christmas classic of Donny Hathaway this Christmas !!! Love this slow beginning, this song has been recorded by many artists but outside of Donnie hathaways I love this one the most the uniqueness and unmistakable sound of The temptations this second to none!!!!

Autumn Rayn

Brings tears to my eyes...Missin sooo much daddy๐Ÿ’”โค

Autumn Rayn

@Kaye Mendi ....*in tears reading this*....I try so hard...I've been off pills for 8 years....I haven't had alcohol in 12 years....I NEVER done cocaine nor have I ever done fentanyl...back in June my urine drug screen tested pos for cocaine...I was hurt angry and confused! I lost my 13 take homes ( I go to a methadone clinic) and in August I finally got them back but only 6...my counselor called me at the end or beginning of November and told me I tested positive for fentanyl!! I was upset because I know I would NEVER do anything to sabotage my sobriety!! I didn't lose my take homes because it turned out to be a false positive...but today I lost my take homes because my urine tested positive for alcohol...smh...at this point I'm starting to think my life is one big joke...๐Ÿ˜ข๐Ÿ˜ข

Kaye Mendi

@Autumn Rayn Youโ€™re welcome!! The world is a shaky place. Iโ€™m sending you so much positivity and love!! DONโ€™T give up!! Life gives us experiences and lessons that may take some time to understand. Listen to your soul!! It has been trying to tell you how to move. Move that way. I donโ€™t know why I felt the need to write that partโ€ฆ.๐Ÿค”

Autumn Rayn

@Kaye Mendi ....thank you โค๏ธ I really needed to hear kind words today... I'm so tired of doing right in this world just turn around and get let down....๐Ÿ˜ญ Nothing ever goes right for me...๐Ÿ˜ข

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