INTRODUCTION
“Silver Bells” by Bing Crosby and Carol Richards is a beloved Christmas song that has become a staple of the holiday season. With its picturesque lyrics and joyful melody, the song evokes the festive atmosphere of bustling city streets during Christmas time.
“Silver Bells” By Bing Crosby & Carol Richards Lyrics
Lyrics
Silver bells, silver bells
It′s Christmas time in the city
Ring-a-ling, (ring-a-ling) hear them ring (ting-a-ling)
Soon it will be Christmas day
City sidewalks, busy sidewalks
Dressed in holiday style
In the air there’s a feeling of Christmas
Children laughing, people passing
Meeting smile after smile
And on every street corner you hear
Silver bells, (silver bells) silver bells (silver bells)
It′s Christmas time in the city
Ring-a-ling, (ring-a-ling)
Hear them ring, (hear them ring)
Soon it will be Christmas day
Strings of street lights, even stoplights
Blinkin’ bright red and green
As the shoppers rush home with their treasures
Hear the snow crunch, see the kids bunch
This is Santa’s big day
And above all this bustle you hear
Silver bells (The corner Santa Claus)
Silver bells (Is busy now because)
It′s Christmas time in the city
Ring-a-ling, it fills the winter air
Hear them ring, you hear it everywhere
Soon it will be Christmas day
City sidewalks, busy sidewalks (Silver bells)
Dressed in holiday style (Silver bells)
In the air there′s a feeling of Christmas (It’s Christmas time in the city)
Children laughing, people passing (Ring-a-ling)
Meeting smile after smile (Hear them ring)
Very soon it will be Christmas day
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HISTORY
“Silver Bells” was written by Jay Livingston and Ray Evans for the 1951 movie The Lemon Drop Kid, starring Bob Hope. The song was inspired by the imagery of city streets filled with holiday shoppers and decorations. Bing Crosby and Carol Richards recorded the song in 1950, and it quickly became popular. Crosby’s rich baritone voice, paired with Richards’ warm harmonies, helped cement “Silver Bells” as a holiday classic, and it has since been covered by numerous artists.
CONCLUSION
“Silver Bells” endures as a cherished Christmas song, capturing the magic and excitement of the holiday season in urban settings. Its enduring popularity speaks to the timeless appeal of its melody and lyrics, making it a perennial favorite that continues to bring joy and nostalgia to listeners during the holidays.
