Thanks for Christmas
XTC
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Thanks for Christmas Thank you for the love and happiness that's snowing down, all around Thanks for Christmas Thank you for the winter friendliness that's snowing down, all around the world It's nearer, children's eyes shine clearer now As they decorate the trees, all across the seven seas It's nearer, yule log fires burn clearer now In the winter's frosty air, sing with us and we can share our Thanks for Christmas Thank you for the love and happiness that's snowing down, all around Thanks for Christmas Thank you for the winter friendliness that's snowing down, all around the world It's dawning, Santa's reindeer yawning now All their festive work is done, filling houses up with fun It's dawning, here is Christmas morning now Greatest day of all the year, listen out and you will hear our Thanks for Christmas It's such a shame it's only one day every year Three hundred and sixty-four days full of doubts and fear You've been saving your love up, let it out, ''cause Christmas is here Thanks for Christmas Thank you for the love and happiness that's snowing down, all around Thanks for Christmas Thank you for the winter friendliness that's snowing down, all around the world Thanks for Christmas
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15 facts about this song
Release DetailsThe song "Thanks for Christmas" by XTC was released in 1983.
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Pseudonym UsageInstead of releasing the track under their original band name, XTC produced "Thanks for Christmas" under the pseudonym "The Three Wise Men."
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GenreThis song falls under the category of Christmas songs and can be described as a blend of pop and rock.
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Chart PerformanceWhile it did not reach the top charts, the song has since gained cult status among fans of the group and Christmas music enthusiasts.
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Non-album singles"Thanks for Christmas" was released as a standalone single and was not included in any of their studio albums initially.
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Music VideoA music video was made for the song which further boosted its popularity during the Christmas season.
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Band MembersXTC, the creators of the song, is primarily a three-man group consisting of Andy Partridge, Colin Moulding, and Dave Gregory.
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Style and ThemeThe song offers a heartfelt tribute to the holiday season, with its lyrics expressing gratitude and the joy of Christmastime.
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Re-release"Thanks for Christmas" was later included as a bonus track in the 2001 remastered version of the band's "Mummer" album.
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ProductionThe song was produced by XTC member Andy Partridge and was released under the Virgin Records label.
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Vinyl VersionIt was originally released as a 7" vinyl record, with "Countdown to Christmas Party Time" as its B-side track.
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Iconic LinesMemorable lyrics from the song include "Thanks for Christmas/Thank you for the love and happiness/That's snowing down, all around."
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CommercialsOver the years, the song has been used in a number of commercials and films highlighting the Christmas season.
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Writing CreditsBoth band members Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding are credited for writing this festive tune.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists have covered "Thanks for Christmas," further demonstrating the song's enduring appeal.
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