It is the time of year where the vibrant hues of summer and autumn gradually start to fade away and give way to the crispy chill of winter, signifying the arrival of the holiday season. Families start to decorate their homes, stores start to sell holiday themed products, and the days start to get even shorter and colder. As Thanksgiving comes to an end, the warmth of gratitude lingers in the air, yet a new excitement starts to stir–the countdown to Christmas has begun. With this countdown comes the song that returns every single year like clockwork, “All I Want For Christmas Is You,” by the iconic pop star, Mariah Carey.

“All I Want For Christmas Is You” is from Carey’s fourth studio album and first holiday album, “Merry Christmas.” It has officially been 30 years since its successful release, and every year, it proves to be one of the most famous and beloved holiday songs of all time. With high octaves and holiday spirits, the song never fails to bring a smile to everyone’s faces.

Chorus

“I just want you for my own

More than you could ever know

Make my wish come true

All I want for Christmas is you”

The song starts with a long winding intro to reel in the listeners with its seasonal instrumentals. Carey sings about how she only wishes for one thing for Christmas, which is her significant other. These simple lyrics are paired with her magical tone and voice, making the song have a catchy tune that many enjoy to this day.

Verse

“I won’t ask for much this Christmas

I won’t even wish for snow (and I)

I’m just gonna keep on waiting underneath the mistletoe”

The same theme of Carey devoting herself to her other is followed throughout the whole song, with the repetition of the iconic chorus and lyrics. The repeating chorus allows easy memorization to sing along, and makes it a simple song, easy to enjoy.

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As the holiday season gets closer and closer, so does the most awaited break that all students have been waiting for -winter break. But before that, us students need to go through our last few weeks of school and the most dreaded part of the semester: finals. However, sooner or later, Christmas will be around the corner and the Bulldogs will have a restful break.