"Christmas in the Sticks" by Demun Jones is a country-style Christmas song that celebrates the joy and traditions of celebrating Christmas in a rural, country setting. The song begins by expressing the artist's love for celebrating Christmas in the countryside and away from the city ("I like my Christmas in the country, I'm talking Christmas in the sticks"). He believes that Christmas in the country is the best and can't get any better than that ("It's Christmas right on the money, this year is good as it gets"). The lyrics then go on to describe the artist's ideal Christmas with his wife and children. He wants a simple and joyful celebration, without any extravagant gifts or materialistic items. Instead, he values spending quality time with his family and creating lasting memories ("I'll take one Christmas with the wife and kiddos, you can hold the cheese"). The artist also expresses his appreciation for the little things that make a country Christmas special, such as musical Santa Claus decorations spinning around and fried country fixings that bring smiles to everyone's faces. As the song continues, the artist directly addresses Santa Claus, providing him with additional requests. He desires a break from technology and suggests building a gingerbread house and singing songs about the birth of Jesus in the stable, emphasizing the importance of cherished moments and traditions during the holiday season. Overall, "Christmas in the Sticks" is a joyful celebration of the artist's love for Christmas in a rural setting, emphasizing the value of family, simplicity, and traditions during the holiday season. It encourages listeners to appreciate the small joys and create meaningful memories during this time of the year.
