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Blue Christmas
Although Ernest Tubb was the original recording artist, this song
is best known for the Elvis Presley recording in 1957. The bluesy,
pop sound of this song seems to remain popular year after year.
Other artists who have recorded Blue Christmas include Ringo
Starr, Celine Dion, The Beach Boys, Sheryl Crow, Smash Mouth, Face
to Face, Harry Conick Jr., Misfits and Collective Soul. The site
also offers history and facts about songs like
Jingle Bell Rock,
Christmas Time Is Here Again (Beatles) and
Do They Know It's Christmas? (Band Aid). |
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Christmas Song
Recorded by the Dave Matthews Band, Christmas Song talks
about Mary, Joseph and the three wise men. You'll get the complete
lyrics and can decide if the song is a modern classic in the making
or if it is too irreverent. You can even listen to ringtone versions
of the song. The site also offers lyrics for many other pop
Christmas favorites like
Father Christmas,
All I Want for Christmas Is You (Mariah Carey),
The Christmas Shoes and
Christmas Through Your Eyes. |
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Grandma Got Ran Over by a Reindeer
One could argue whether this song falls into pop or country, but
since it is played on both types of radio stations throughout the
holiday season, and is so popular that is qualifies in either
category as a top 10. The song was recorded by Elmo Shropshire, also
known as
Dr.
Elmo. Many people don't realize that there is also a sequel to
the song called Grandpa's Gonna Sue the Pants off Santa. Dr.
Elmo has recorded several albums filled with hilarious songs. You
can also view his
music videos for free on the site. |
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My December
This song is on Linkin Park's One Step Closer album. The
lyrics focus on December, but it ties in nicely with the holiday
season. This song is a favorite among Linkin' Park fans, ranking
right up there with other favorites like
Papercut
and
Leave Out All the Rest (featured on the Twilight
soundtrack). The song was written while the band was on the road and
missing the ones they loved. Mike Shinoda actually wrote the lyrics
to the song. |
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My Grown up Christmas List
The lyrics to this song read like a grown-up's letter to Santa
Claus. The things a mature heart wishes for are quite different than
a child's heart and this song proves that point. The song was
written by David Foster and Linda Thompson-Jenner. It has been
recorded by Natalie King Cole, Amy Grant, Donny Osmond and pop star
Kelly Clarkson. If you are a Kelly Clarkson fan, you can also track
down lyrics to some of her more popular singles such as
Because of You and
Already Gone. |
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Step Into Christmas
This song was written by Elton John.
Originally, it was released as a single in England back in 1973. The
song has also been covered by bands like The Wedding Present and The
Business. The lyrics are like a Christmas card wishing the masses a
Merry Christmas. Step Into Christmas can be found on several
of Elton's albums, including Elton John's Christmas Party, Rare
Masters, The Best Christmas Album in the World...Ever! and To
Be Continued. You can also learn more about Elton John and other
singles released by him. |
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This Christmas
Who wouldn't melt as they listen to Chris Brown croon this song
about hanging the mistletoe and getting to know each other better.
You'll also find
photographs of Chris Brown and a complete discography. Brown
released the song as a single in the same year that he released his
Exclusive album (2007). The song reached number 62 on the US
billboard charts and number 27 on the R&B charts. |
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War Is Over
Also known as Happy Xmas, this song
was written by John Lennon and Yoko Ono. It was released as a single
in 1971. It didn't hit the charts in the United States, but War
is Over hit number four on British charts. The song is
essentially a war protest song, but has since become a popular
Christmas favorite in many crowds. The song has also been covered by
Neil Diamond, Carly Simon, Sarah McLachlan, Jessica Simpson, Hot Rod
Circuit, Badly Drawn Boy and
The Fray. |
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Where Are You Christmas?
This beautiful Christmas song has been recorded by various
artists, but Faith Hill's version is one of the most popular. The
song appeared in The Grinch, a remake of the Seuss classic
tale with Jim Carrey starring as the Grinch. You can view a video
with clips from the movie in Faith Hill's video on this site. You
might also want to check out the billboard ratings for the song on
past charts and look up other popular Christmas music. |
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Wonderful Christmas Time
This song was recorded in 1979 by Paul McCartney. The song has
made over $15 million and is thought to bring in about $400,000 each
and every year due to the airtime it sees and appearances in movies
and television shows. The song has also been covered by Hilary Duff,
Jars of Clay, Amy Grant, Helix and The Ready Set. You'll find many
other Christmas pop favorites at Caroling Corner, such as
The Warm and Fuzzy Time of Year,
Christmas Without You and
Hard Candy Christmas
(Dolly Parton). |
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