Song for a Winter’s Night
The lamp is burnin’ low upon my table top
Snow is softly fallin’
The air is still in the silence of my room
I hear your voice softly callin’
If I could only have you near
To breathe a sigh or two
I would be happy just to hold the hands I love
On this winter’s night with you
The smoke is rising in the shadows overhead
My glass is almost empty
I read again between the lines upon each page
The words of love you sent me
If I could know within my heart
That you were lonely too
I would be happy just to hold the hands I love
On this winter’s night with you
The fire is dying now, my lamp is growing dim
The shades of night are liftin’
The mornin’ light steals across my window pane
Where webs of snow are driftin’
If I could only have you near
To breathe a sigh or two
I would be happy just to hold the hands I love
On this winter’s night with you
And to be once again with you
To be once again with you
Listen to the song
Hør sangen
About the carol Song for a Winter’s Night
“Song for a Winter’s Night” was written and originally recorded by Canadian singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot. Sarah McLachlan later recorded the song, bringing her soft and emotional vocal style to the winter-themed piece. Although it is not specifically a Christmas song, it is often associated with winter and holiday music.
The song describes a quiet winter evening and the feelings of loneliness, reflection and longing that can come with the season. Its imagery of snow, warmth and nighttime creates an intimate atmosphere that fits naturally with winter celebrations.
Sarah McLachlan’s gentle interpretation emphasizes the emotional and peaceful qualities of the song. Its connection to Christmas comes from its winter setting and reflective mood rather than direct references to the holiday. “Song for a Winter’s Night” represents the quieter, more personal side of seasonal music.
