Lyrics
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
Celebrating the tradition of roasting chestnuts on an open fire during Christmas, symbolizing warmth and coziness.
Jack Frost nipping at your nose
Describing the chilly weather with Jack Frost, creating a festive atmosphere with the image of frost nipping at people's noses.
Yuletide carols being sung by a choir
Highlighting the joyous spirit of Christmas with carols sung by a choir, adding to the holiday ambiance.
And folks dressed up like Eskimos
Observing people dressed in festive attire resembling Eskimos, contributing to the festive and diverse Christmas scene.
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
Common knowledge that turkeys and mistletoe are associated with Christmas, enhancing the festive atmosphere.
Help to make the season bright
Expressing the idea that traditional Christmas elements like turkeys and mistletoe brighten and define the holiday season.
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow
Describing the excitement of young children (tiny tots) during Christmas, their eyes filled with wonder and joy.
Will find it hard to sleep tonight
Suggesting that the anticipation and excitement of Christmas make it difficult for children to fall asleep on Christmas Eve.
They know that Santa's on his way
Referring to the common belief that Santa Claus is on his way to deliver gifts to children around the world.
He's bringing lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
Highlighting Santa's role in bringing joy with a sleigh full of toys and goodies for children.
And every mother's child is gonna spy
Imagining that every child is eager to catch a glimpse of Santa and the reindeer as they deliver presents.
To see if reindeer really know how to fly
Pondering the fascination of children about whether reindeer can really fly, adding a touch of magic to the Christmas narrative.
And so I'm offering this simple wish
Offering a simple wish for the holiday season, expressing the spirit of goodwill and kindness.
To kids from one to ninety-two
Extending the wish to people of all ages, emphasizing the inclusivity of the Christmas sentiment.
Although it's been said many times, many ways
Acknowledging the traditional holiday greeting, "Merry Christmas," that has been expressed in various ways throughout time.
Merry Christmas to you
Concluding with a heartfelt wish for a joyful and Merry Christmas to everyone.
They know that Santa's on his way
Reiterating the anticipation of Santa's arrival, reinforcing the excitement surrounding gift-giving during Christmas.
He's bringing lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
Reaffirming Santa's role as a bearer of joy, emphasizing the abundance of toys and goodies he brings on his sleigh.
And every mother's child is gonna spy
Echoing the idea that children eagerly await the magical sight of Santa and his reindeer on Christmas Eve.
To see if reindeer really know how to fly
Continuing the whimsical notion of children spying on Santa's reindeer, adding a playful element to the Christmas tradition.
And so I'm offering this simple wish
Repeating the offer of a simple wish, emphasizing the sincerity and warmth behind the holiday greeting.
To kids from one to ninety-two
Restating the inclusive wish for a Merry Christmas, extending the joyous sentiment to people of all ages.
Although it's been said many times, many ways
Acknowledging the timeless nature of the wish, recognizing its repetition as a heartfelt expression of holiday cheer.
Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas to you
Concluding with a joyful and triumphant repetition of the wish for a Merry Christmas to all.
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