John Banrock

Christmas is the time of year                G, D
For merriness and wishing cheer        G, D# dim7
Feel the magic in the air           Am7, G
Shuffle on without a care           C, D

Decorations and good will                   G, D
Help to thaw the winter chill                 G, D# dim7
Hanging wreaths and mistletoe          Am7, G
Are the signs that let you know…        C, D

Chorus:
Christmas, its here at last G, D
It takes so long, but it’s gone so fast G, B7
Its happiness infects us all Am7, G
Each year… D, D7

Chorus:
Christmas, its here at last G, D
It takes so long, but it’s gone so fast G, B7
Its happiness infects us all Am7, G
Each year… D, D7

Little girls and little boys G, D
Are dreaming of the latest toys G, D# dim7
Candy canes are just the treat Am7, G
That help to make the season sweet C, D

Santa Claus and his reindeer G, D
Are shifting in to high gear G, D# dim7
Sleigh bells and a “ho-ho-ho” Am7, G
Are the signs that let you know… C, D

Chorus:
Christmas, its here at last G, D
It takes so long, but it’s gone so fast G, B7
Its happiness infects us all Am7, G
Each year… D, D7

Words & Music by John Banrock
Copyright © 2011 by Banrock Music