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Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas

By MercyMe

541 views Aug 22, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

MercyMe's rendition of the classic holiday tune 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas' is a warm, nostalgic invitation to embrace the joy and togetherness of the season. The song encourages listeners to let their hearts be light and to set aside troubles, focusing instead on the comfort of faithful friends and cherished memories. It looks forward to future gatherings, hoping that loved ones will remain close through the years. While not explicitly religious, the song's themes of hope, peace, and gratitude align with the Christmas spirit, making it a fitting addition to MercyMe's Christmas repertoire.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Let your heart be light
From now on our troubles will be out of sight

Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Make the yuletide gay
From now on our troubles will be miles away

Here we are as in olden days
Happy golden days of yore
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Gather near to us once more

Through the years we all will be together
If the fates allow
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough
And have yourself a merry little Christmas now

Here we are as in olden days
Happy golden days of yore
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Gather near to us once more

Through the years we all will be together
If the fates allow
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough
And have yourself a merry little Christmas now

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