Happy Xmas (War Is Over)
John Lennon · Other Songs - John Lennon
And what have you done
Another year over
And a new one just begun
And so this is Christmas
I hope you have fun
The near and the dear ones
The old and the young
A very merry Christmas
And a happy New Year
Let's hope it's a good one
Without any fear
And so this is Christmas (War is over)
For weak and for strong (If you want it)
For rich and the poor ones (War is over)
The world is so wrong (Now)
And so Happy Christmas (War is over)
For black and for white (If you want it)
For yellow and red ones (War is over)
Let's stop all the fight (Now)
A very merry Christmas
And a happy New Year
Let's hope it's a good one
Without any fear
So this is Christmas (War is over)
And what have we done (If you want it)
Another year over (War is over)
And a new one just begun (Now)
And so Happy Christmas (War is over)
We hope you have fun (If you want it)
The near and the dear one (War is over)
The old and the young (Now)
A very merry Christmas
And a happy New Year
Let's hope it's a good one
Without any fear
War is over if you want it
War is over now
Happy Xmas (War Is Over)
John Lennon's 'Happy Xmas (War Is Over)' stands as a defining anthem of the 1970s peace movement, blending folk-rock instrumentation with a message of global unity. Recorded during a period of intense political activism, the track reflects Lennon's deep engagement with anti-war sentiment and his collaboration with Yoko Ono and the Plastic Ono Band. The song's simple yet powerful melody and lyrics have transcended its original context to become an enduring symbol of hope and reconciliation. It remains a staple in holiday music, celebrated for its optimistic vision of a world free from conflict, while also serving as a poignant reminder of the artist's lifelong commitment to social justice through music.