Christmas Time (Don't Let the Bells End)

The Darkness

About Christmas Time (Don't Let the Bells End)

"Christmas Time (Don't Let the Bells End)" is a single released by British hard rock band The Darkness. The single was released on 15 December 2003, to fall in with the UK Christmas number one race, ultimately finishing runner-up. The track was later included on a "Christmas edition" of their debut studio album, Permission to Land, issued in some areas of Europe on 22 December 2003. The band re-recorded the song in December 2013.


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It's Christmas time
And its magic is here
It's Christmas time
And its wonders up here

The scent of time
Feels the Christmas seen in
While the church bell chimes
And there's joy everywhere

Some precious gifts
Like the little ones eyes
God' just bless it, lift
Sings the weary and wild

This Christmas time
Keep it's magic right here
Within your heart
Everyday of the year

Some precious gifts
Like the little ones eyes
God just bless it, lift
Sings the weary and wild

This Christmas time
Keep it's magic right here
Within your heart
Everyday of the yea

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The Darkness

The Darkness are a British glam rock band from Lowestoft, Suffolk, formed in 2000. The band consists of Justin Hawkins (lead vocals, guitar), his brother Dan Hawkins (guitar, backing vocals), Frankie Poullain (bass, backing vocals) and Ed Graham (drums) and are characterised by their classic rock influences and elaborate stage performances. more »

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Written by: Claudia Alejandra Menkarski, Sean Michael Alexander, Darren Ellis Smith

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12 facts about this song

Band History
"The Darkness" is an English rock band formed in 2000 with the Hawkins brothers as main members.
Song Release
"Christmas Time (Don't Let the Bells End)" was released as the band's only single for the album "The Sound of The Darkness."
Commercial Success
The song was commercially successful upon its release and reached number 2 on the UK Singles Chart in 2003.
Chart Competition
The song narrowly lost to Gary Jules' cover of "Mad World" for the much-coveted Christmas Number One spot.
Song Theme
This song, as the title implies, is thematic of Christmas. Yet, it carries a unique touch of The Darkness's playful and rebellish rock style.
Music Video
The music video for "Christmas Time (Don't Let the Bells End)" was notable for its snow-filled playful antics and eccentric Christmas-themed costumes.
Controversy
The song sparked some controversies due to its suggestive lyrics and double entendre in the title.
Live Performances
"Christmas Time (Don't Let the Bells End)" has been performed by The Darkness at their live shows, often during the holiday season, since its release.
Musicality
The song is popular for its trademark falsetto vocals of lead singer Justin Hawkins and an impressive guitar solo.
Yearly Resurgence
Similar to many Christmas-themed songs, "Christmas Time (Don't Let the Bells End)" re-enters the UK Singles Chart each December.
Cultural Impact
The song has become a staple of holiday playlists, representing the band's unique contribution to popular Christmas music.
Commercial Use
The song has been used in various Christmas-themed commercials and promotional advertising campaigns due to its popularity.

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