Here comes the cold, bringing the snow Bringing the color of rose, onto our cheeks and frozen bones Here come the fires, Douglas Firs, cinnamon sticks and festive attire Parties and people and appetizers Christmas time is here But happy holidays is just a phrase for me this year 'Cause you always hung the lights and I really tried But they keep on falling down And I put on your Sinatra record I drop the needle but it's just classic plastic spinning around Talking 'bout an old man in a red suit and his reindeer On his way here right now I wish it was you, who was coming to town Here come the nights Falling asleep to the soft glow of It's a Wonderful Life The time of year no one's supposed to cry Here comes the ache, wrapped in a bow Of family and friends and the warmth of the fireplace A full table, leaving one empty space Christmas with you gone, to my lonely eyes Merry and bright just looks wrong 'Cause you always hung the lights and I really tried But they keep on falling down And I put on your Bing Crosby record I drop the needle but it's just classic plastic spinning around Talking 'bout an old man in a red suit and his reindeer On his way here right now I wish it was you, who was coming to town Wish you would knock on my door, smile that smile for me Snow in your hair, hang up your coat, hold me by the tree It's the only gift that I need 'Cause you always hung the lights and I really tried But they keep on falling down And I put on your Jackson Five record I drop the needle but it's just classic plastic spinning round Talking 'bout an old man in a red suit and reindeer On his way here right now I wish it was you, who was coming to town