Christmas Day
Squeeze
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Mary and Joseph drove into town, Searching for a place to stay. The moon was up, and his foot was down A miracle was on its way. They tried the hotels, the motels, the bed-and-breakfast Locals, but no one seemed to have any room. Better find a double room soon! [Chorus] So where would Christmas be without Mary and Joseph? Walk of the Wise? Laurel and holly? Cracker Surprise? Lights on the pine tree? And more aftershave? I'm not forgetting Jesus who was born on Christmas Day! They found a place with the neon lights TV, Pool, and Vacancies The man at the desk didn't hear them right When the two of them booked for three. They watched the TV And deeply, she thought about the needing Of the heavens to deliver this way And it happened on Christmas Day Christmas Day Christmas Day [Chorus] Mary and Joseph were so surprised With admirers around the crib There was something in their son's eyes They identically took one in. Like a Messiah, and a Fire Like the tread around a tire That grip all roads It's to bond you there. And it happened on Christmas Day! Christmas day. Christmas day. [Chorus] "Not forgetting Jesus."
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Written by: CHRISTOPHER HENRY DIFFORD, GLENN MARTIN TILBROOK
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"Christmas Day" is a holiday-themed song by English rock band Squeeze. The song was first released in 1979.
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Band HistorySqueeze, the band responsible for "Christmas Day," was formed in 1974 in London. The band primarily consisted of songwriting duo Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook.
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RecognitionDespite not being as widely recognized as other Christmas songs, "Christmas Day" has slowly gained a cult following amongst Squeeze fans and Christmas music aficionados.
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LyricsThe song paints a notably downbeat picture of the holiday season. It tells the story of a family in disarray during the Christmas season, a stark contrast from the idealized, warm family gatherings usually portrayed in Christmas songs.
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Rare Early ReleaseThis track is notable as being one of the bands earliest releases. Squeeze didn't gain mainstream success until the early 80s.
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Music Style"Christmas Day" falls under the new wave genre, similar to many of Squeeze's songs. It blends pop and rock elements with a distinctive British feel.
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Album Feature"Christmas Day" was included in some pressings of the band's second album, "Cool for Cats," as a bonus track.
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Re-Release“Christmas Day” was also re-released as part of the 2008 compilation "Squeeze: Christmas EP,"
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Music VideoThere is no official music video for "Christmas Day." The band was less famous during the song's release; hence, there were fewer promotional materials.
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Public ReceptionThe song was not a big hit upon its initial release. However, it has been warmly received by fans and critics over the years for its unique, realistic take on the Christmas holiday.
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