Introduction
“It’s Christmas Time” is a heartfelt Christmas song by the country music duo Joey + Rory, featured on their 2011 album “A Farmhouse Christmas.” The song was penned by Rory Feek during a visit to his wife Joey’s childhood home in Indiana. Inspired by the warmth and nostalgia of family gatherings during the holiday season, Rory composed the song while reflecting on the cherished Christmases Joey experienced in that old farmhouse.
The music video for “It’s Christmas Time” was released in 2009, ahead of their Christmas album. Filmed at the couple’s Tennessee farmhouse, the video captures the essence of a cozy family Christmas. It features Joey and Rory reminiscing over a scrapbook in front of a beautifully decorated tree, interspersed with scenes of festive decorations and intimate moments that highlight the song’s themes of love, togetherness, and the simple joys of the holiday season.
“It’s Christmas Time” was initially released as a holiday single on November 16, 2009, to country radio and on November 24, 2009, to digital retailers. The single was released in partnership with CMT One Country, with a portion of the proceeds donated to various charities, including The Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee.
The song resonates with listeners for its sincere portrayal of holiday traditions and the emphasis on the importance of family during Christmas. Its heartfelt lyrics and gentle melody encapsulate the spirit of the season, reminding us to cherish moments with loved ones and embrace the joy and peace that Christmas brings. Over the years, “It’s Christmas Time” has become a cherished addition to holiday playlists, celebrated for its authentic and warm depiction of Christmas celebrations.
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Lyrics
It’s Christmas time again this year
Can’t believe it’s already here
Ain’t bought a single thing, o dear
I’m so far behind
I like to get my shopping done before
The lines get long in all the stores
I’ll spend more than we can afford
But hey it’s Christmas time
It’s Christmas time again you see
Lets go pick out the perfect tree
Is it leaning left or is it just me
Ah, honey looks just fine
We’ll hang the tinsel, string the lights
These ornaments will take all night
It’s a lot of work but that’s alright
It’s Christmas time.
We’ll eat too much and then we’ll swear again
That come New Year, we’re gettin in
The best shape that we’ve ever been
But we know we’re lying
So pass the pie and one more roll
And pass me that remote control
Ah, lookey’ here, I love this show
It’s Christmas time
It’s Christmas time, who’s at the door
I’m sure there’s room for 7 more
We’ll make some pallets on the floor
That’ll be just fine
The turkeys done, pull up a chair
Grab a hand, lets say a prayer
For all those soldiers over there
You know it’s Christmas time
We’ll wrap the gifts in green and red
You kids get back up in your bed
For Santa wont come in his sled
He’ll just fly right by
Then we’ll wake up in an hour or two
To mommy look, this ones for you
Oh I love it hun, I really do
It’s Christmas time
It’s Christmas time again, you know
It hit me just an hour ago
It ain’t about mistletoe
Lets keep that in mind
It’s about the star that led the way
The baby child born that day
It’s cause of him, we all say
It’s Christmas time