Merry Christmas Darling
Carpenters
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Greeting cards have all been sent The Christmas rush is through But I still have one wish to make A special one for you Merry Christmas Darling We're apart that's true But I can dream and in my dreams I'm Christmasing with you Holidays are joyful There's always something new But ev'ryday's a holiday When I'm near to you The lights on my tree I wish you could see I wish it ev'ry day Logs on the fire Fill me with desire To see you and to say That I wish you Merry Christmas Happy New Year too I've just one wish on this Christmas eve I wish I were with you I wish I were with you
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Written by: Frank Pooler, Richard Lynn Carpenter
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Release Date"Merry Christmas Darling" was originally released in 1970. It was then re-released in 1978 and 1984.
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PopularityThe song became a holiday classic quickly, reaching No.1 on Billboard's Christmas singles chart three times.
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Song WritersThe song was written by Richard Carpenter and Frank Pooler, an old choir director of Karen and Richard from their college days.
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Karen's Vocal TracksKaren Carpenter recorded the song in one take, showcasing her innate musical talent.
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Musical Composition"Merry Christmas Darling" features a unique combination of traditional Christmas song elements with a pop ballad structure.
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The Carpenters' Christmas AlbumThe song was included in "Christmas Portrait," The Carpenter's first Christmas album, which was released in 1978.
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In Popular CultureThe song has been prominently featured at holiday time in films and on TV shows.
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Cover VersionsWith its popularity, the song has been covered by various artists, including music greats like Amy Grant and Christina Perri.
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Song InspirationThe lyrics of the song were inspired by Frank Pooler's memories of his college love, including phrases like "unfulfilled wishes" and "holiday wishes."
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Rerecording with New ElementsWhen the song was incorporated into the "Christmas Portrait" album in 1978, Richard made some changes including a new vocal by Karen and a new middle-break and ending. The 1970 single's original flip side, Richard's instrumental "Mr. Guder", was replaced with a new recording of "Christmas Waltz" as well.
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Legacy"Merry Christmas Darling" remains a much-loved holiday song decades after its release. The warmth and sincerity in Karen Carpenter's vocals continue to make it a Christmas favorite around the world.
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