Do you remember me
I sat upon your knee
I wrote to you
With childhood fantasies
Well, I'm all grown up now
And still need help somehow
I'm not a child
But my heart still can dream
So here's my lifelong wish
My grown up Christmas list
Not for myself
But for a world in need
No more lives torn apart
That wars would never start
And wars would never start
And time would heal all hearts
And everyone would have a friend
And right would always win
And love would never end
This is my grown up Christmas list
As children we believed
The grandest sight to see
Was something lovely
Wrapped beneath our tree
Well heaven only knows
That packages and bows
Can never heal
A hurting human soul
No more lives torn apart
That wars would never start
And time would heal all hearts
And everyone would have a friend
And right would always win
And love would never end
This is my grown up Christmas list
What is this illusion called the innocence of youth
Maybe only in our blind belief can we ever find the truth
No more lives torn apart
That wars would never start
And time would heal all hearts
And everyone would have a friend
And right would always win
And love would never end, oh
This is my grown up Christmas list
"Grown Up Christmas List" by Anthony Evans is a beautiful and heartfelt song that captures the essence of Christmas and the longing for a better world. The lyrics reflect a desire for peace, love, and unity, as well as a plea for healing and restoration in a broken world.
The song begins by addressing Santa Claus, a symbol of childhood innocence and imagination. However, as the song progresses, it becomes clear that the message is not just a letter to Santa, but a prayer to God. It is a reflection of the songwriter's own grown-up Christmas list, a list that encompasses the hopes and dreams of a world in need.
The song expresses a longing for a world where lives are no longer torn apart by conflict and war. It yearns for an end to the violence and destruction that plagues our world. This sentiment echoes the teachings of Jesus in the Bible. In Matthew 5:9, Jesus says, "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God." The song aligns with this biblical message, calling for an end to war and the healing of hearts.
The lyrics also express a desire for everyone to have a friend and for right to always win. This reflects a longing for justice and equality, where no one is left behind or marginalized. The Bible speaks to this theme in numerous verses, such as Proverbs 31:8-9, which says, "Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy." The song echoes this call for justice and compassion, urging us to stand up for those in need.
Furthermore, "Grown Up Christmas List" emphasizes the importance of love and its transformative power. It longs for a world where love never ends, where hearts are healed, and where love overcomes all divisions. This aligns with the teachings of Jesus in the Bible, where he emphasizes the commandment to love one another. In John 13:34-35, Jesus says, "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples if you love one another." The song echoes this message, emphasizing the power of love to bring about change and healing.
Overall, "Grown Up Christmas List" is a powerful song that encapsulates the true spirit of Christmas. It reminds us to focus on the values of peace, love, justice, and compassion, and to strive for a world where these values are realized. It calls us to action, to be peacemakers, to stand up for justice, and to love one another. As we listen to this song, may it inspire us to carry these values beyond the Christmas season and into our everyday lives, making a positive difference in the world around us.
