"Wake Up It's Christmas" by Janet Devlin is a song about finding strength and moving on after a broken heart during the holiday season. The lyrics depict the narrator waking up on Christmas day feeling the absence of their significant other, symbolized by the burning Apollo (the Greek god associated with the sun) in the sky. The empty bed and broken heart represent the loneliness and pain they are experiencing. The narrator's eyes are tainted scarlet red from crying and thinking about the words left unsaid in their relationship. However, they decide that spending the day dwelling on the past is not the way to go. They speak to themselves and sing, urging themselves to wake up and embrace the Christmas spirit. The song emphasizes the idea that Christmas is a time for joy, love, and togetherness, regardless of the pain the narrator is feeling. The locks have been changed, indicating a fresh start and moving forward. The presents being rearranged symbolize the reclaiming of joy and happiness. Despite the memories haunting the walls, the narrator realizes that they thought they had it all, but now they are alone. However, they are determined to get through the day with a positive mindset. They see smiling faces and receive warmest wishes, reflecting the cheerfulness and support from others during the holiday season. The chorus encourages the narrator to wake up, reminding them that there is no time to waste and that they don't need to see their ex's face. The repeated phrase "Wake up dear, Christmas is here" serves as a reminder to embrace the joy and festivities of the holiday season. The song concludes with the narrator realizing that they don't really need their ex to be near them during Christmas. They urge themselves to hurry up, get out of bed, and let go of the sadness (symbolized by being called a sleepy head). Overall, "Wake Up It's Christmas" is a message of resilience, urging the listener to find strength, let go of the past, and embrace the joy and spirit of Christmas despite heartbreak.
