Ramones - Merry Christmas (I Don't Want to Fight Tonight)
"Merry Christmas (I Don't Want to Fight Tonight)" is a song by the Ramones, released as a single in 1989 and later included on their 1991 album Brain Drain. It stands out as a holiday-themed track with the band's signature fast-paced punk rock sound.
The song's lyrics mix the spirit of Christmas with a relatable sentiment of wanting peace and avoiding conflicts, especially during the holiday season. The narrator expresses a desire to have a calm and joyful time, rejecting the typical holiday stress and family disputes that often arise.
While it may not be the most traditional Christmas song, the Ramones' track has become a favorite among punk rock fans during the holiday season due to its catchy melody and relatable theme. The song also reflects the Ramones' unique ability to blend irreverence and emotional sincerity, a hallmark of their music throughout their career.
Ramones - Merry Christmas (I Don't Want to Fight Tonight) Lyrics
Merry Christmas, I don't want to fight tonight with
Merry Christmas, I don't want to fight tonight
Merry Christmas, I don't want to fight tonight
Merry Christmas, I don't want to fight tonight with you
Where is Santa at his sleigh?
Tell me why is it always this way?
Where is Rudolph? Where is Blitzen, baby?
Merry Christmas, merry merry merry Christmas
All the children are tucked in their beds
Sugar-plum fairies dancing in their heads
Snowball fighting, it's so exciting baby
I love you and you love me
And that's the way it's got to be
I loved you from the start
'Cause Christmas ain't the time for breaking each other's heart
Where is Santa at his sleigh?
Tell me why is it always this way?
Where is Rudolph? Where is Blitzen, baby?
Merry Christmas, merry merry merry Christmas
All the children are tucked in their beds
Sugar-plum fairies dancing in their heads
Snowball fighting, it's so exciting baby
Ay yeah yeah yeah
I love you and you love me
And that's the way it's got to be
I knew it from the start
'Cause Christmas ain't the time for breaking each other's heart
Merry Christmas, I don't want to fight tonight with
Merry Christmas, I don't want to fight tonight with
Merry Christmas, I don't want to fight tonight with you