Snow covered rooftops, lights on the trees
The sound of singing, I hear down every street
Families have gathered, from miles away
Oh Merry Christmas, it’s Christmas day
You see that old tree, Down Cotton Lane
Those lights keep shining, it’s always the same
We hear the church bells, ring out to say
Oh Merry Christmas, it’s Christmas day
Oh Merry Christmas, it’s Christmas day
Swing the lights and hang the stockings
Decorate with green and red
Made the cookies for old Santa
Made a runway for his sled
Singing carols on a sleigh ride
Gather ’round the manger scene
Open presents, read the letter
And together we will sing
Oh Merry Christmas, joy to the world
For every nation
For every boy and girl
Let’s light a candle, for peace we pray
Oh Merry Christmas, it’s Christmas day
It’s Christmas day
It’s Christmas day
Let’s light a candle, for peace we pray
Oh Merry Christmas, it’s Christmas day
Oh Merry Christmas, it’s Christmas day
Song Meaning
This song enjoys family gatherings, decorations, Santa, carols, and a manger scene, and closes with a prayer for peace; it is mainly a seasonal celebration.
Biblical Message
Luke 2:10–14 can inform its manger and peace imagery, but much of the lyric describes cultural Christmas customs rather than a Bible story.
Reflection
A festive day can also make room for prayer for peace and people far from home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “Christmas Day”?
This song enjoys family gatherings, decorations, Santa, carols, and a manger scene, and closes with a prayer for peace; it is mainly a seasonal celebration.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
Luke 2:10–14 can inform its manger and peace imagery, but much of the lyric describes cultural Christmas customs rather than a Bible story.
When can this song be used in worship?
A Christmas community gathering rather than a doctrinal worship centerpiece.