A neighbour tipped his hat to me this mornin'  The landlord even smiled and said good-day  And I want you to know a stranger said hello  Christmas can't be far away    Old tight wad down the street is buying candy To pass out to the neighbour kids at play  The town is on the go  The weather man said snow  Christmas can't be far away    The small fry on our block have all been saving  And now their hiding things and looking sly  Mum will get that doodad she's been craving  And Dad'll get his usual Christmas tie    Both young and old are planning sweet surprises  They'll soon be tied with ribbons bright and gay  Good will is in the air  You feel it everywhere    Christmas can't be far away  Christmas can't be far away