Toby Keith – Mary, It’s Christmas

Introduction:

Toby Keith‘s “Mary, It’s Christmas” is a poignant country ballad released in 1995 as part of his Christmas album, Christmas to Christmas. Known for his gritty, often controversial country anthems, Keith offers a surprisingly tender and introspective side in this holiday track.

The song, produced by Keith himself, beautifully captures the essence of Christmas through the lens of a loving father reflecting on the beauty of the season and the preciousness of family. It’s a departure from the typical upbeat, party-oriented Christmas fare, instead offering a heartfelt and intimate portrait of a man cherishing the memories and hopes for the future.

While not achieving the commercial heights of Keith’s more mainstream hits, “Mary, It’s Christmas” resonated deeply with fans and critics alike. It became a beloved track in the country music Christmas canon, praised for its authenticity and emotional depth. The song’s ability to evoke a sense of nostalgia and warmth has solidified its status as a cherished holiday classic among country music listeners.

With “Mary, It’s Christmas,” Toby Keith proves his versatility as an artist, demonstrating a profound understanding of the human experience and the power of music to connect with listeners on a deeply personal level.

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Lyrics:

“Mary, It’s Christmas”

You should see all the lights in our old neighborhood
I never thought that little street could ever look so good
I knew that she’d be busy, it’s her favorite time of the year
And I don’t think she notice, I slipped off to be hereMary, it’s Christmas, and I just had to stop by
To spend a little time with you on this special night
God knows if she could see us now, she wouldn’t understand
But Mary, it’s Christmas, and I just had to take that chance

Don’t the snow sure look pretty, as the flakes are fallin’ down
It’s a blanket from heaven coverin’ the ground
And that cold wind can cut a man clear to the bone
I guess it’s time I got up and took myself back home

Mary, it’s Christmas, and I just had to stop by
To spend a little time with you on this special night
God knows if she could see us now, she wouldn’t understand
But Mary, it’s Christmas, and I just had to take that chance

Well, she’s started askin’ questions
Though she’s barely two
Like, if reindeer fly to heaven
Would Santa bring her love to you

Mary, it’s Christmas, and I just had to stop by
To spend a little time with you on this special night
Someday we’ll be together forever, but till then
But Mary, it’s Christmas, and I’ll do the best I can

This cold wind can cut a man clear to the bone
I guess it’s time I got up off my knees and took myself back home