It's only Christmas once a year
So gather 'round the tree
I'll pour you a cup of cheer
Please, wear a smile for me
I'm counting on my fingers
All the days 'til you'll be here
Please say that you're coming home for Christmas time
It's only Christmas once a year
Last year was so hard
With all the friends I couldn't see
Christmas without you
Was not as bright as it could be
I pushed through those winter nights
Just wishing you'd appear
Please say that you're coming home for Christmas time
It's only Christmas once a year
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Gather all your loved ones
Hold them close to your heart
'Cause one never knows what lies ahead
Or when you'll part
This year is a Christmas
I know we will not forget
Got my head held up
And all my decorations set
Trying not to get my hopes too high
And shed no tears
Please say that you're coming home for Christmas time
It's only Christmas once a year