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A Different Kind of Christmas Song – Ian Ward’s “Spend All My Time”

Dropping a love song on Christmas Day could easily tip into sentimentality, but Ian Ward’s “Spend All My Time” sidesteps that entirely.

Instead of chasing holiday warmth or grand romance, Ward’s latest song settles into something quieter and more real – the idea that time, not words or promises, is the most honest thing we give the people we love.

The song moves at its own pace, grounded in everyday moments rather than big emotional swings. Ward isn’t trying to convince anyone of anything here. He’s observing. Love in this world looks like showing up, sharing space, choosing someone again when there’s nothing flashy to offer. The chorus is almost conversational, asking for reciprocity without turning it into a demand.

What makes “Spend All My Time” work though is its gentle restrain. The musical arrangement knows when to step back, allowing the idea to breathe. Time is finite and giving it away freely and intentionally is a real act of devotion.

Ward explores commitment as a daily act. It’s not about perfection or excess, but about consistency – giving someone your mornings, your space, your attention and hoping to be met with the same care in return: 

“Time felt like the most honest thing I could offer someone I love,” Ward shares. “When everything else feels uncertain, the way you choose to spend your time says everything.”

There’s a quiet confidence in that message, and the song trusts the listener to meet it where it is.

Released on Christmas Day, the track feels fitting in an understated way. “Spend All My Time” is for anyone who understands that love doesn’t always announce itself. Sometimes it just shows up, day after day, and that’s enough.

About Ian Ward

Ian Ward is a Brooklyn based singer-songwriter, actor and creative entrepreneur with more than two decades of experience in the entertainment industry. He made his professional theater debut at just eight years old and has since performed on Broadway, toured internationally and appeared in film and television, including earning a Golden Ticket on American Idol.

As a songwriter, Ward layers pop forward hooks with a rock edge. His debut EP, One Shot, and recent releases such as “Ocean Eyes” display his talent for storytelling paired with soul and sincerity. Over the years, he has worked alongside a wide range of artists and creatives, including Cyndi Lauper, Idina Menzel, Pat Benatar, Kristen Bell, Sir Tim Rice and Ryan Murphy.

Ward continues to build a multifaceted career centered on connection, creativity and long term artistic growth.

Keep up with Ian Ward on his Website

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