John Lennon 's holiday classic, officially titled "," was released in the U.S. in December 1971. Originally written as a protest song against the Vietnam War, it has since evolved into a global Christmas standard. The Story Behind the Song
: By asking, "And what have we done?", Lennon encourages listeners to take inventory of their past year and personal contributions to the world. john_lennon_so_this_is_christmas
The lyrics serve as both a call to action and a moment of personal reflection: John Lennon 's holiday classic, officially titled ","