Blake Shelton - Winter Wonderland Lyrics
Lyrics
Sleigh bells ring, are you listening,
In the lane, snow is glistening
A beautiful sight,
We're happy tonight,
Walking in a winter wonderland.
Gone away is the bluebird,
Here to stay is a new bird
He sings a love song,
As we go along,
Walking in a winter wonderland.
In the meadow we can build a snowman,
Then pretend that he is Parson Brown
He'll say: Are you married?
We'll say: No man,
But you can do the job
When you're in town.
Later on, we'll conspire,
As we dream by the fire
To face unafraid,
The plans that we've made,
Walking in a winter wonderland.
In the meadow we can build a snowman,
And pretend that he's a circus clown
We'll have lots of fun with mister snowman,
Until the other kids knock him down.
When it snows, ain't it thrilling,
Though your nose gets a chilling
We'll frolic and play, the Eskimo way,
Walking in a winter wonderland.
Walking in a winter wonderland,
Walking in a winter wonderland
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Blake Shelton - Winter Wonderland (Audio)
Meaning & Inspiration
Blake Shelton’s rendition of “Winter Wonderland,” featured on his 2012 album *Cheers, It's Christmas. (Deluxe Version)*, transforms a classic secular carol into an invitation to embrace the joy and wonder of the season, viewed through a lens of enduring hope and shared companionship. While the song itself does not explicitly profess Christian doctrine, its essence resonates with themes of peace, new beginnings, and the warmth of fellowship that are foundational to the Christmas spirit. The opening lines immediately paint a serene, almost ethereal picture: "Sleigh bells ring, are you listening, In the lane, snow is glistening, A beautiful sight, We're happy tonight, Walking in a winter wonderland." This imagery evokes a sense of quiet anticipation and contentment, akin to the peace that descended upon the shepherds as they experienced the miraculous birth in Bethlehem, as described in Luke 2:8-14, where angels announced glad tidings of great joy. The "gone away is the bluebird, Here to stay is a new bird" suggests a shedding of past sorrows and an embrace of a brighter future, mirroring the transformation that the advent of Christ promises, bringing light into darkness (John 1:5). The playful construction of a snowman and the pretend wedding ceremony, while lighthearted, speak to the simple, pure delights found in shared experiences and the building of community. This echoes the Lord's encouragement to be as little children (Matthew 18:3), finding joy in innocent activities and the bonds formed through them. The act of gathering and "dream by the fire" to "face unafraid, The plans that we've made" can be interpreted as a testament to the strength found in unity and foresight, much like the wisdom God imparts for navigating life's journey (Proverbs 3:5-6). Even the exhilarating yet chilling sensation of playing in the snow, “the Eskimo way,” emphasizes a vibrant engagement with the present moment, reminding us to revel in God's creation and the opportunities for shared merriment it provides, as Psalm 95:1-2 encourages us to sing for joy to the rock of our salvation. Shelton’s delivery imbues the familiar lyrics with a sense of genuine warmth and accessible optimism, making "Winter Wonderland" a song that, beyond its festive melodies, inspires a spirit of togetherness and a reflective appreciation for the blessings of the season, reminding us that even in the cold, there is abundant beauty and reason for joy.