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Christmas Makes Me Cry
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Jul 28, 2026 updated
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Matthew West and Mandisa's song 'Sometimes Christmas Makes Me Cry' reflects on the bittersweet emotions of the holiday season. The lyrics acknowledge grief for lost loved ones, concern for soldiers, and loneliness, while also expressing gratitude for family, the hope of peace, and the wonder of the virgin birth. The song finds joy in the midst of tears, pointing to the peace that comes through Christ's birth. It connects personal sorrow with the larger story of God's love in sending His Son.
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I think of loved ones who?ve passed away
And I pray they?re resting in a better place
I think of memories of years gone by
And sometimes Christmas makes me cry
I think of soldiers across the sea
And sometimes I wonder why it?s them instead of me
That for my freedom they give their lives
And sometimes Christmas makes me cry
Tears of thankfulness
Tears of hope
I cry tears of joy at Christmas
Because I know
There is peace on Earth
For every heart to find
And sometimes Christmas makes me cry
I think of family, I think of home
And say a prayer for those who spend this time alone
?Cause love can reach out into a silent night
And that?s why Christmas makes me cry
Tears of thankfulness
Tears of hope
I cry tears of joy at Christmas
Because I know
There is peace on Earth
For every heart to find
And sometimes Christmas makes me cry
I think of Mary and a virgin birth
And I?m amazed by how much God thinks we are worth
That He would send His only son to die
And sometimes Christmas makes me cry
Tears of thankfulness
Tears of hope
I cry tears of joy at Christmas
Because I know
There is peace on Earth
For every heart to find
And sometimes Christmas makes me cry
Christmas makes me cry