There's a strange anticipation in the air
On the streets and in the homes, laughter everywhere
For some a cappella carols, for others midnight mass
And people are greeting everyone they pass.
There's a strange kind of excitement and glow
And it's not just when you're under the mistletoe
The kids struggle to stay up for Santa's sleigh
And all of the smiling faces seem to say.
Meri-kurisumasu they say in Japan
In the Philippines, maligayang pasko
And over in Spain, it's Feliz Navidad
But me, I just say Merry Christmas
Oh the French may say Joyeux Noel
But it's buon natale in Italia
No matter what, Christmas is still Christmas
Peace on earth and goodwill to all
There's a strange kind of happiness all around
And the Christmas bells they make a magical sound
Are those angels in the sky? Is that a star above?
All I know is Christmas is full of love
It's a birthday celebration like no other
A time for kindness to your sister and your brother
But who is my sister
And my brother
Anyone at all who needs your love
Meri-kurisumasu they say in Japan
In the Philippines, maligayang pasko
And over in Spain, it's Feliz Navidad
But me, I just say Merry Christmas
Oh the French may say Joyeux Noel
But it's buon natale in Italia
No matter what, Christmas is still Christmas
Peace on earth and goodwill to all
Peace on earth and goodwill to all