Merry Xmas Everybody – English Lyrics

• By: Slade

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the festive cheer of Slade's 'Merry Xmas Everybody' and experience a vibrant slice of British culture! This iconic glam rock hit is more than just a Christmas song; it's a joyful, communal singalong that perfectly captures the spirit of a working-class British Christmas. Learning the catchy lyrics and their heartfelt message will not only enrich your English vocabulary with everyday expressions but also offer a fun, energetic way to connect with a timeless piece of music history. Discover what makes this song special, from its optimistic outlook to its unforgettable chorus that will have you shouting "It's Christmas!" alongside Noddy Holder.

[English]

Are you hanging up your stocking on the wall?

Is it time that every Santa has a ball?

Does he ride a red-nosed reindeer?

Does he turn upon his sleigh?

Do the fairies keep him sober for a day?

So here it is, Merry Christmas

Everybody's having fun

Look to the future now

It's only just begun

Are you waiting for the family to arrive?

Are you sure you've got the room to spare inside?

Does your granny always tell ya

That the old songs are the best?

Then she's up and rock 'n' rollin' with the rest

So here it is, Merry Christmas

Everybody's having fun

Look to the future now

It's only just begun

What will your daddy do

When he sees your mama kissing Santa Claus?

Are you hanging up your stocking on the wall?

Are you hoping that the snow will start to fall?

Do you ride on down the hillside

In a buggy you have made?

When you land upon your head, then you've been slayed

So here it is, Merry Christmas

Everybody's having fun

Look to the future now

It's only just begun

So here it is, Merry Christmas

Everybody's having fun

Look to the future now

It's only just begun

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
hanging ˈhæŋɪŋ A1	verb - to suspend something
stocking ˈstɒkɪŋ A1	noun - a close-fitting garment covering the foot and lower part of the leg
Santa ˈsæntə A1	noun - a legendary figure who brings gifts to children at Christmas
reindeer ˈreɪndɪr A2	noun - a deer species with large antlers, often associated with Santa Claus
sleigh sleɪ B1	noun - a vehicle on runners, used for traveling over snow
fairies ˈfeəriz A2	noun - mythical beings with magical powers
sober ˈsoʊbər B1	adjective - not affected by alcohol; serious and sensible
arrive əˈraɪv A1	verb - to reach a destination
spare spɛər A2	adjective - available for use if needed
granny ˈɡræni A1	noun - a grandmother
rock rɒk A2	verb - to move back and forth or from side to side
rollin' ˈroʊlɪn A2	verb - to move forward on an axis
kissing ˈkɪsɪŋ A1	verb - to touch with the lips as a sign of love or affection
hoping ˈhoʊpɪŋ A2	verb - to wish for something with expectation
buggy ˈbʌɡi B1	noun - a small vehicle, often for children
slayed sleɪd B2	verb - to kill in a violent manner

Key Grammar Structures

• Are you hanging up your stocking on the wall?

  ➔ Present Continuous Tense

  ➔ The sentence uses the present continuous tense with 'are you hanging' to describe an action happening now or around now.

• Does he ride a red-nosed reindeer?

  ➔ Present Simple Tense with 'Does'

  ➔ The sentence uses the present simple tense with 'does' for a general question about a habitual action.

• So here it is, Merry Christmas

  ➔ Present Simple Tense with 'is'

  ➔ The sentence uses the present simple tense with 'is' to state a fact or a current situation.

• Everybody's having fun

  ➔ Present Continuous Tense with Contraction

  ➔ The sentence uses the present continuous tense with the contraction 'Everybody's' to describe an ongoing action.

• Look to the future now

  ➔ Imperative Mood

  ➔ The sentence uses the imperative mood with 'Look' to give a direct command or instruction.

• It's only just begun

  ➔ Present Perfect Tense with Contraction

  ➔ The sentence uses the present perfect tense with the contraction 'It's' to describe an action that started in the past and continues to the present.

• What will your daddy do?

  ➔ Future Simple Tense with 'Will'

  ➔ The sentence uses the future simple tense with 'will' to ask about a future action or situation.

• When you land upon your head, then you've been slayed

  ➔ Present Perfect Passive with Contraction

  ➔ The sentence uses the present perfect passive with the contraction 'you've been' to describe an action done to the subject.