Lyrics

I bet right now the snow is flying
I'll bet by now the sky is dark
But where I am the wind is blowing
And it keeps us worlds apart

I miss Christmas on the mountain
Especially out here in the sand
You'll have to put the star on for me
This year I hope you understand

I won't be home for Christmas
Cause you can count on me
From Belleauwood to the desert sands
Wherever people aren't free
I won't be home for Christmas
Cause you can count on me

Did you put the lights out on the house
Have you set that manger scene
When you send out all those Christmas cards
Would you sign my name for me?

And don't forget to tell the story
To the kids on Christmas Eve
And do your best to keep them happy
Make no sadness over me, because

I won't be home for Christmas
Cause you can count on me
From Belleauwood to the desert sands
Wherever people aren't free
I won't be home for Christmas
Cause you can count on me

I won't be home for Christmas
The whole world counts on me.

C2004 Aaron Boyle, Amanda Pfieffer, S. Howell, BMI