Please Daddy (Don't Get Drunk This Christmas)

Jars Of Clay · Other Songs - Jars Of Clay

Please Daddy, don't get drunk this Christmas

I don't wanna see my Mumma cry

Please Daddy, don't get drunk this Christmas

I don't wanna see my Mumma cry



Just last year when I was only seven

And now I'm almost eight as you can see

You came home at a quarter past eleven

Fell down underneath our Christmas tree



Please Daddy, don't get drunk this Christmas

I don't wanna see my Mumma cry

Please Daddy, don't get drunk this Christmas

I don't wanna see my Mumma cry



Mumma smiled and looked outside the window

She told me son, you better go upstairs

Then you laughed and hollered Merry Christmas

I turned around and saw my Mumma's tears



Please Daddy, don't get drunk this Christmas

I don't wanna see my Mumma cry

Please Daddy, don't get drunk this Christmas

I don't wanna see my Mumma cry

No, I don't wanna see my Mumma cry

Please Daddy (Don't Get Drunk This Christmas)

Released by Jars of Clay, this track exemplifies the band's signature blend of Southern rock and Christian rock influences. The song features the group's characteristic blend of acoustic guitar, driving basslines, and emotive vocals, delivering a message of familial warmth and holiday cheer. While the title references a specific seasonal theme, the recording maintains the band's broader focus on faith and community found throughout their discography. It stands as a representative piece of their catalog, showcasing their ability to craft melodic, radio-friendly tracks that resonate with listeners seeking uplifting music during the winter months.