(It's Gonna Be a) Lonely Christmas
The Orioles
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It's gonna be a lonely Christmas Just won't be a holiday I'll sit here in my room and cry Because you went and took your loving away It's gonna be a sad, sad occasion 'Cause this time I know there won't be Presents wrapped in any fancy paper On the branches of my Christmas tree Last year was fine 'cause your love was mine And I knew you'd come when I call This year I'll be blue and lonely listening to The music from the party, 'cross the hall I could have that Christmas feeling Every day the whole year through If you would send the Christmas gift I long for Darling, tell me once more, "I love you" Last year was fine 'cause your love was mine And I knew you come when I call This year I be blue and lonely listen to The music from the party, 'cross the hall Well, I could have the Christmas feeling Every day the whole year through If you would send the Christmas gift I long for Darling, tell me once more, "I love you"
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Written by: Phil Rose, Sid Sprung
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12 facts about this song
Genre Classification"(It's Gonna Be A) Lonely Christmas" by The Orioles is classically categorized as an R&B and Doo-Wop song.
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Release DateThe song was first released in 1948.
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Record LabelIt was produced and released under the Jubilee Records label.
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Chart PositionThis particular song didn't make it to the formal charts. However, it has been recognized as a classic among Christmas songs in the R&B category.
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Group FormationThe Orioles were created in 1946, two years before they released "(It's Gonna Be A) Lonely Christmas".
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Historical SignificanceThe Orioles, are often credited with being the first to have a hit with a Christmas song in the R&B genre.
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Band's ContributionThe Orioles are often considered one of the earliest doo-wop groups, setting the stage for later artists in the genre.
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Lead VoiceSonny Til, the group's lead vocalist, performs the lead in "(It's Gonna Be A) Lonely Christmas".
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Cover VersionsVarious artists have covered the song over the decades, indicating its enduring appeal.
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Cultural ImpactDespite not being a chartbuster, "(It's Gonna Be A) Lonely Christmas" by The Orioles has been a festive fixture for many people's holiday season, particularly within the African American population in the United States.
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Song ThemeThe song combines a poignant message with the band's signature smooth harmonies, capturing the longing and loneliness that can sometimes accompany the holiday season.
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Song StyleThe Orioles style of high-tenor-led group harmonies is evident in the song, marking a change from the predominant gospel sounds of the time.
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