Here It Is Christmastime
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G
When we are born we are swaddled and snuggled
C
whispered to, fussed over, tickled, and cuddled.
G D G
When we grow up, things get muddled. And here it is Christmastime.
G
Will you stop by for a piece of delicious
C
peach pie while I tell you my yuletide wishes?
G D G
You can help me do the dishes. ‘Cause here it is Christmastime.
C
We all want someone
G
who will love and hold us
D D7
to curl up alongside
G G7
when nights are the coldest.
C G / F / C
We all want someone who will hug us and kiss us.
G D C
All I want is you for Christmas
C / G / D / D7 / G / G7 / C / G / F / C
G
Let us examine the holiday spirit.
C
Let the small kids sing so we can all hear it.
G D G
Light up a fire and pull a chair near it. ‘Cause here it is Christmastime.
C
We all want someone
G
who will love and hold us
D D7
to curl up alongside
G G7
when nights are the coldest.
C G / F / C
We all want someone who will hug us and kiss us.
G D C
All I want is you for Christmas
G D C
All I want is you for Christmas
G D C
All I want is you for Christmas
How to play Here It Is Christmastime
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.