Put a Little Love in Your Heart
Think of your fellow man, lend him a helping hand
Put a little love in your heart
You see, it’s getting late, oh, please don’t hesitate
Put a little love in your heart
And the world will be a better place
And the world will be a better place for you and me
You just wait and see
Another day goes by, and still the children cry
Put a little love in your heart
If you want the world to know, we won’t let hatred grow
Put a little love in your heart
And the world will be a better place
And the world will be a better place for you and me
You just wait and see, wait and see
Take a good look around and if you’re lookin’ down
Put a little love in your heart, yeah
I hope when you decide kindness will be your guide
Put a little love in your heart
And the world will be a better place
And the world will be a better place for you and me
You just wait and see
Put a little love in your heart
I said now put a little love in your heart
Put a little love in your heart
Put a little love in your heart
Put a little love in your heart
Put a little love in your heart
(Put a little love in your heart)
(Put a little love in your heart)
(Put a little love in your heart)
A little bit of love, a little bit of love
(Put a little love in your heart)
A little little little bit of love in your heart yeah
(Put a little love in your heart)
A little bit of love, a little bit of love
(Put a little love in your heart)
A great big face of love in your heart
(Put a little love in your heart)
(Put a little love in your heart)
(Put a little love in your heart)
Listen to the song
Hør sangen
About the carol Put a Little Love in Your Heart
“Put a Little Love in Your Heart” was written by Jackie DeShannon, Randy Myers and Jimmy Holiday and released by DeShannon in 1969. Annie Lennox and Al Green recorded a version of the song in 1988 for the film Scrooged, giving it a strong connection to Christmas through the movie’s holiday setting. The song is not originally a Christmas song but has become associated with seasonal messages of kindness and generosity.
The song encourages people to show more compassion, kindness and understanding toward others. Its message is based on the idea that small acts of love can make the world better. Rather than focusing on gifts or celebrations, it emphasizes human connection and helping those around us.
Its association with Christmas comes from its appearance in Scrooged and its message, which fits many of the values connected with the holiday season. Annie Lennox and Al Green’s version highlights the song’s soulful qualities while reinforcing its message of generosity. It remains a reminder that kindness and care for others are important parts of the Christmas spirit.
