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As we all know:
And last year, I went over some of my most favorite Christmas songs (and movies) and now I'm trying to narrow it down to five...dang! (Now, only two of these are on my favorite Christmas albums, which I plan on going over as well!)
1). The Christmas Song by Nat King Cole
There are many different versions of this song. Some good, some not so good.
But this version? This is THE version! It is the torch to which all other versions are barely sparks in comparison. From the string section that opens the song, to Nat's succinct & soothing voice...how can one not like it? Seriously...HOW?!?!
2). Thankful Heart from The Muppet Christmas Carol
My all time FAVORITE Christmas movie-must-see is The Muppet Christmas Carol! I LOVE the Muppets, but what makes this movie one of my favorites isn't just the fact that they got Michael Caine as Scrooge (actually the main reason I know who he is, is because he got to be in a movie with them) and, to sing in it! The songs are so fantastic, and the Muppets always make me crack up! But this song is particularly great as it's about being thankful...not about baubles, or ribbons or toys, or things. And that's pretty awesome!
3). Christmas in Hollis by Run DMC
This song does not get enough credit! Run DMC gave us a new Christmas classic that didn't fall in the vein of the usual Christmas sound. It was fun! And at the same time there was a story about how Christmas eve happened in Hollis. Also the video above is chock full of 80's goodness! (And let's be honest, you know you still want the adidas shoes they rocked...admit it!).
4). Oi! To the World covered by No Doubt (originally by The Vandals)
Originally by The Vandals on their super awesome Christmas album (I'm going to post about my fave Christmas albums...so you'll see more mah-ha-ha-ha-ha!) the song was already a punk rock classic. But then third-wave ska band No Doubt covered this gem, for A Very Special Christmas 3 and the song took off on alt-rock radio stations! I particularly enjoy the horn section, and Gwen's vocals in their rendition! Plus that video is pretty fun too! #GwenabeStill
5). Snow Miser/ Heat Miser Song(s) from A Year Without a Santa Claus
Another favorite/must-see for me, A Year Without a Santa Claus is a stop-motion Christmas movie by the makers of my favorite holiday flicks: Rankin/Bass! This might not technically be a Christmas song (or two christmas songs heehee), but I have to hear it every year! It's not Christmas without it!
Some hard to choose from runner's up:
Peace On Earth/Little Drummer Boy sung by David Bowie and Bing Crosby- I just heard this today, and thought about how Peace on Earth really applies to today ("every child must be made aware...") and how children today aren't taught to think of others...it's kind of an afterthought. And cause DAVID BOWIE!!!
Hanukkah Blessings by Barenaked Ladies- I was always a little jealous that I didn't celebrate hanukkah (and it wasn't the "eight days of presents") because it's so rich in history, and, I think it's cool that it is still celebrated to this day.
Baby, It's Cold Outside as sung by Chris Colfer and Darren Criss in Glee because they are in my singing range and I heart them.
Fairytale of New York by The Pogues - I can't believe I forgot this on Friday, but this song is a must sing for my brother and me. It's brilliant and is about how we let things like fairytale's, Christmas, and places we've built up in our minds aren't always what they seem. But mostly, it's about New York.
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1). The Christmas Song by Nat King Cole
But this version? This is THE version! It is the torch to which all other versions are barely sparks in comparison. From the string section that opens the song, to Nat's succinct & soothing voice...how can one not like it? Seriously...HOW?!?!
2). Thankful Heart from The Muppet Christmas Carol
3). Christmas in Hollis by Run DMC
4). Oi! To the World covered by No Doubt (originally by The Vandals)
5). Snow Miser/ Heat Miser Song(s) from A Year Without a Santa Claus
Another favorite/must-see for me, A Year Without a Santa Claus is a stop-motion Christmas movie by the makers of my favorite holiday flicks: Rankin/Bass! This might not technically be a Christmas song (or two christmas songs heehee), but I have to hear it every year! It's not Christmas without it!
Some hard to choose from runner's up:
Peace On Earth/Little Drummer Boy sung by David Bowie and Bing Crosby- I just heard this today, and thought about how Peace on Earth really applies to today ("every child must be made aware...") and how children today aren't taught to think of others...it's kind of an afterthought. And cause DAVID BOWIE!!!
Hanukkah Blessings by Barenaked Ladies- I was always a little jealous that I didn't celebrate hanukkah (and it wasn't the "eight days of presents") because it's so rich in history, and, I think it's cool that it is still celebrated to this day.
Baby, It's Cold Outside as sung by Chris Colfer and Darren Criss in Glee because they are in my singing range and I heart them.
Fairytale of New York by The Pogues - I can't believe I forgot this on Friday, but this song is a must sing for my brother and me. It's brilliant and is about how we let things like fairytale's, Christmas, and places we've built up in our minds aren't always what they seem. But mostly, it's about New York.
What are your favorite holiday songs? Also what are your favorite (if any) Christmas albums/compilations?