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The Christmas Song

James Taylor

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The Christmas Song

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire,

Jack Frost nipping on your nose,

Yuletide carols being sung by a choir,

And folks dressed up like Eskimos.

Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe,

Help to make the season bright.

Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow,

Will find it hard to sleep tonight.

They know that Santa's on his way;

He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh.

And every mother's child is going to spy,

To see if reindeer really know how to fly.

And so I'm offering this simple phrase,

To kids from one to ninety-two,

Although its been said many times, many ways,

A very Merry Christmas to you

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Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

The Christmas Song by James Taylor is a classic holiday tune celebrating the warmth and joy of the Christmas season. The song, originally written by Mel Tormé and Bob Wells and popularized by Nat King Cole, speaks of traditional festivities associated with Christmas, such as roasting chestnuts on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at noses, and children anticipating Santa Claus. The key themes include nostalgia, merriment, and the togetherness of family and friends during the holiday season. A particularly poignant moment in the song is the line: 'And so I'm offering this simple phrase, to kids from one to ninety-two,' which underscores the inclusivity and universal joy that Christmas brings, resonating deeply with listeners of all ages.

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