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to main lyrics page 8 Candles Plus 1 8 candles plus 1 are on the Hanukea Its origins come from the land of Judea Just 7 branches in the temple of old Were on this menorah made out of gold A different lampstand with a different name Symbolize the Ner Tamid or eternal flame Its Hanukkah time, so lets have some fun Lets light the Hanukea, 8 candles plus 1 (CHORUS) 2X 8 candles plus 1 for these 8 nights Lets all celebrate the Festival of Lights This brand new menorah had branches of nine 8 for the days and one for the divine Light by the window or inner front door If facing the mezzuza, mitzvot galore When full night arrives its time to light To publicize the miracle with candles bright For all Jews a symbol of freedom won Thats the Hanukea, 8 candles plus 1 (CHORUS) 2X I want to wish you a Hip Hop Hanukkah I want to wish you a Hip Hop Hanukkah I want to wish you a Hip Hop Hanukkah, all my Hebrews say yeah The shammos is the candle thats first to light Its the same place to start on every night It stands for the miracles and our Lord That delivered us from the invading horde Add new candles from left to right And reverse that order when its time to light With the candles all lit and all is done Behold the Hanukea, 8 candles plus 1 (CHORUS) 2X I want to wish you a Hip Hop Hanukkah I want to wish you a Hip Hop Hanukkah I want to wish you a Hip Hop Hanukkah, all my Hebrews say yeah Return to main lyrics page |