The Greatest Gift Was Always You

Written By: Jim Gaffney

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Verse 1
In the beginning, it was just me and you
A tree, some lights, and a dream come true
Then little voices filled the air
Tiny hands hanging ornaments everywhere


The years brought change faster than we knew
Every smile was a memory of somethin’ new
Footsteps raced down the hall at dawn
Christmas magic that never’s gone


Years went by in a blink or two
But every Christmas still feels brand new
From quiet nights to laughter’s song
Love and Christmas made our family strong

Chorus
Snow and Christmas carols everywhere
The fireplace shares its warmth in the air
A season for the two of us to share
Nothin’ under heaven could ever compare

Frozen porch lights glowin’ soft and true
Wrapped in a blanket, just me and you
The world slows down and the stars shine through
You’re every wish I ever made come true

No gift ‘neath the tree could take your place
Your beauty lights up this time and space
Through every season, our love burns true
‘Cause the greatest gift was always yooouuuuuuuu
Yeah, the greatest gift was always you
Yooouuuuuuuu

Verse 2
Stockings hang by the fire’s bright flame
Each one stitched with a special name
Cocoa steam and a gentle song
Remind us where our hearts belong

The scent of pine drifts through the room
Candles flicker in the soft perfume
Laughter echoes like angels play
While memories dance the night away

Outside the bells ring through the cold air
But all that I need is right here to share
Your hand in mine, the world fades away
Wrapped in the magic of Christmas Day

Bridge
The snow still falls where our memories stay
Footprints fade but love finds its way
The glow of the tree, the carols too
All lead me right back home to you

Now the children are grown, their lights shine bright
They carry our love through the silent night
Photos and laughter, the echoes remain
Each Christmas brings it all back again

Through every blizzard, our hearts stay true
No greater story than me and you
As the holiday season passes through
I’m reminded that Christmas begins with you

Chorus
Snow and Christmas carols everywhere
The fireplace shares its warmth in the air
A season for the two of us to share
Nothin’ under heaven could ever compare

Frozen porch lights glowin’ soft and true
Wrapped in a blanket, just me and you
The world slows down and the stars shine through
You’re every wish I ever made come true

No gift ‘neath the tree could take your place
Your beauty lights up this time and space
Through every season, our love burns true
‘Cause the greatest gift was always yooouuuuuuuu
Yeah, the greatest gift was always you
Yooouuuuuuuu