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Last Christmas
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Aug 12, 2026 updated
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Song Meaning
Sarah Reeves performs a cover of the classic pop song 'Last Christmas,' originally by Wham!. The lyrics tell the story of a person who gave their heart to a lover one Christmas, only to have it broken the very next day. Now, a year later, they are cautious and decide to give their heart to someone new to avoid further pain. The song captures themes of heartbreak, disappointment, and the resolve to move on, wrapped in a festive holiday setting. While it is a secular pop song, it is often played during the Christmas season and has been covered by many artists.
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Last Christmas I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance, but you still catch my eye
Tell me baby do you recognize me
Well it's been a year and it doesn't surprise me
Merry Christmas I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying "I love you" I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Ooh
Oh, oh, baby
A crowded room, friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you and your soul of ice
My God, I thought you were someone to rely on
Me, I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Ooh
Oh, I'll give it to someone special
Ooh