Story Behind The Song
Wrote a song for everyone who has loved ones that have become estranged through conflict. This song is meant to help them reconnect if just for the holiday season.
Song Description
As the song unfolds, we realize that the singer is suggesting they reconcile. However, he takes a reverse approach where he claims that he is just sending his wishes for a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
| Song Length |
4:00 |
Genre |
Unique - Holiday, Country - Contemporary |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Composed, Welcoming |
Subject |
Dysfunctional Family, Philosophy |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
Merry Christmas, Happy New Year!
Words and Music by Don Magyar
© 2010, Back On Top Music (BMI)
(Verse 1)
They're playing Christmas songs but I'm not singing.
Thoughts of missing you weigh on my mind.
So I wrote this song for you for Christmas.
Here's hoping that you read between the lines.
(Chorus)
All I am saying is Merry Christmas. Happy New Year!
(Verse 2)
I'm not trying to get us together.
I'm not working toward a brand new start.
I'm not looking for reciprocation,
Or hoping that you find a change of heart.
(Chorus)
All I am saying is Merry Christmas. Happy New Year!
(Bridge)
Life is short and unforgiving.
Who knows this might be our last day.
Taking time out from this battle that we wage,
It's no sign of weakness to pause long enough to say. "Happy holidays."
(Verse 3)
I'm not saying that we should think clearly.
I'm not saying that we will regret.
I'm not saying we should weigh the good things,
Or that we should forgive and forget.
(Chorus)
All I am saying is Merry Christmas. Happy New Year!
(Tag)
Merry Christmas. Happy New Year!
Merry Christmas. Happy New Year!