Introduction
“Last Christmas” by Wham! is an iconic holiday song that has become a seasonal favorite since its release in 1984. Written and produced by George Michael, this festive tune continues to resonate with listeners around the world.
Last Christmas by Wham! Lyrics
[Intro]
(Happy Christmas)
Ah, ah-ah
Ooh-woah
Oh-oh
[Chorus]
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 (You gave it away)
This year, to save me from tears
I’ll give it to someone special (Special)
[Verse 1]
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance, but you still catch my eye
Tell me, baby, do you recognise me?
Well, it’s been a year, it doesn’t surprise me
“Happy 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
[Chorus]
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away (You gave it away)
This year, to save me from tears
I’ll give it to someone special (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 (Special, oh)
Oh, oh, baby
[Verse 2]
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
A face-on lover with a fire in his heart
A man undercover, but you tore me apart
Ooh-ooh
Now I’ve found a real love, you’ll never fool me again
[Chorus]
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away (You gave it away)
This year, to save me from tears
I’ll give it to someone special (Special)
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
But the very next day, you gave it away (You gave me away)
This year, to save me from tears
I’ll give it to someone special (Special)
[Verse 3]
A face-on lover with a fire in his heart (I gave you my heart)
A man undercover, but you tore him apart
Maybe next year
I’ll give it to someone, I’ll give it to someone special
[Bridge]
Special
Someone
Someone
I’ll give it to someone, I’ll give it to someone special
Who give me something in return
(I’ll give it to someone, I’ll give it to someone)
Hold my heart and watch it burn
I’ll give it to someone, I’ll give it to someone special
I thought you were here to stay
How could you love me for a day?
I thought you were someone special
I gave you my heart
I’ll give it to someone, I’ll give it to someone
[Chorus]
Last Christmas, I gave you my heart
You gave it away
I’ll give it to someone, I’ll give it to someone
[Outro]
La-la
La-la-la-la-la
La-la
La-la-la-la-la
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La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la
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History
The song was first released on December 3, 1984, through CBS Records internationally and as a double A-side with “Everything She Wants” via Epic Records in several European countries. Despite not initially reaching number one on the UK Singles Chart—due to Band Aid’s “Do They Know It’s Christmas?”—”Last Christmas” achieved immense popularity, eventually becoming the highest-selling single never to top the charts until it finally hit number one on New Year’s Day 2021. Over the years, the song has been covered by numerous artists and has topped the charts in several countries, including Denmark, Germany, and Sweden.
Conclusion
“Last Christmas” remains a beloved holiday classic, celebrated for its catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics. Its enduring popularity is evidenced by its chart success, including finally achieving the Christmas number one spot in 2023, 39 years after its initial release, and becoming one of the biggest songs of all time in the UK.
