Cold December Nights
Boyz II Men · Let It Snow [2003]
Cold december nights like this make me really scared
You're not really there
And my tree is really bare
Another lonely night
No gifts, no toys underneath my tree
Can this really be
I'm singing Christmas Carols
And there's no Christmas for me
Chorus:
Why aren't you next to me
Celebrating Christmas
Why can't you see what hurts so bad
How can you go without paying mind to my sorrow
You can't imagine
How I feel on this cold December night
The stars shine bright as the night air
And the thought of you not being here
Makes me shed a tear
And yet matters remain unclear
About why you're gone
Or if you'll ever return to this broken heart
Life is so torn apart
And God knows, Lord knows where I need to start re-building
Chorus (repeats a lot and fades out)
Cold December Nights
Boyz II Men have long defined the sound of contemporary R&B with their signature four-part harmonies and emotive vocal delivery. Cold December Nights, featured on their 2003 holiday album Let It Snow, continues this tradition of lush, soulful balladry. The track exemplifies the group's ability to blend romantic sentiment with seasonal atmosphere, creating a recording that fits seamlessly within their extensive catalogue of love songs. While the group is best known for chart-topping hits from the 1990s, this later work demonstrates their enduring commitment to the genre. The song stands as a testament to their consistent vocal chemistry and their capacity to craft intimate musical moments that resonate with listeners during the winter season.