Do They Know It's Christmas ?
Bananarama · Other Songs - Bananarama
There's no need to be afraid
At Christmas time
We let in light and we banish hate
And in our world of plenty
We can spread a smile of joy
Throw your arms around the world
At Christmas time
But say a prayer, pray for the other ones
At Christmas time, it's hard but when you're having fun
There's a world outside your window
And it's a world of dread and fear
Where the only water flowing
Is the bitter sting of tears
And the Christmas bells that ring there
Are the clanging chimes of doom
Well tonight thank God it's them instead of you
And there won't be snow in Africa this Christmas time
The greatest gift they'll get this year is life
Where nothing ever grows
No rain, no river flows
Do they know it's Christmas time at all
Here's to you raise a glass for everyone
Here's to them underneath that burning sun
Do they know it's Christmas time at all
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmas again
(ad lib)
Publishing : Chappel Music Ltd 1984
Do They Know It's Christmas?
Bananarama's 1984 single "Do They Know It's Christmas?" stands as a defining anthem of the New Wave era, blending their signature pop sensibilities with a powerful message of global solidarity. Recorded during a time of escalating famine in Africa, the track transformed the band's usual upbeat sound into a rallying cry for charity, featuring a distinctive blend of vocals and instrumentation that captured international attention. The song became a cultural touchstone, uniting artists and audiences alike to support humanitarian causes. Its enduring legacy lies in its ability to merge commercial appeal with social consciousness, cementing Bananarama's place in music history as pioneers who effectively leveraged their platform for meaningful impact.