At Christmas
Hanson · Snowed In
Presents in your arms and you've traveled far
Someone opens the door with a smile on their face
And you know you've come to the right place
Family nestled by the fire
Christmas hopes to inspire
Loved ones by your side
You know you'll kiss your babies goodnight
Chorus
At Christmas, Christmas
No matter who you are, how far you've come
This is where you belong
At Christmas
Memories 'round the Christmas tree
Are the sweetest ones that remain with me
It's a comefort deep inside
That you can stop the rage of time
To know that Christmas will always be
Family nestled by the fire
A Christmas hope will be inspred
Loved ones by your side
You know you'll kiss your baby goodnight
Repeat chorus
Can't you feel it changin'
Sense the anticipation
You can you tell we're almost there
Precious time we're takin'
Memories we're makin'
There's a Christmas in the air
This is what Christmas means to me
Being together with your family
And the wise men who followed that star
To where our baby Jesus lay
Family nestled all around
Baby Jesus asleep so sound
His star shined so bright
On that very first holy night
Repeat chorus
Christmas, at Christmas
This is where you belong
At Christmas
Who you are, how far you've come
This is where you belong...
At Christmas
Hanson's "At Christmas" serves as a standout track on their 1997 album "Snowed In," capturing the nostalgic spirit of the holiday season with a polished pop-rock arrangement. The song reflects the band's signature blend of catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics, characteristic of their rise to mainstream success in the mid-to-late 1990s. Released during a period when Hanson was defining a specific sound that merged traditional pop structures with a slightly grittier, more mature edge compared to their earlier hits. The recording stands as a key example of their ability to craft anthemic songs that resonate with seasonal themes, contributing to the enduring appeal of their discography and solidifying their place in the landscape of 1990s pop music.