There's Something About Those Candles

There's something about those candles That fills us up with joy They set our hearts in motion Just like a dreidle toy There's something about those candles That says "Do not forget! It's more than just another tale Remember tears and sweat" There's something about those candles The passion in each flame To all who fight for freedom The journey is the same There's something about those candles That shed their light each year The miracle of Chanukah Is that we still are here Chanukah... Let each candle help us see Chanukah... Let's thank God that we are free Chanukah... Let it shine in you and me And glow with hope from long ago There's something about those candles The peace that they create The mystery and wonder About the number "eight" There's something about those candles How they defy the dark When each one is ignited It lights a holy spark Chanukah... Let its light make us aware Chanukah... There's a world that needs repair Chanukah... Let each candle be a prayer And glow with hope from long ago There's something about those candles... Something about those candles... something about those candles...