Blue Christmas
Elvis Presley
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I'll have a blue Christmas without you I'll be so blue just thinking about you Decorations of red on a green Christmas tree Won't be the same dear, if you're not here with me And when those blue snowflakes start falling That's when those blue memories start calling You'll be doin' all right, with your Christmas of white But I'll have a blue, blue blue blue Christmas You'll be doin' all right, with your Christmas of white, But I'll have a blue, blue Christmas
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Written by: Billy Hayes, Jay Johnson
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, DEMI MUSIC CORP. D/B/A LICHELLE MUSIC COMPANY
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10 facts about this song
Song History"Blue Christmas" was not originally performed by Elvis Presley. It was first recorded by Doye O'Dell in 1948.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Billy Hayes and Jay W. Johnson.
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First Covered By ElvisElvis Presley first sang "Blue Christmas" in 1957 on his holiday album "Elvis' Christmas Album."
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Critical ResponseInitially, many people didn't enjoy Presley's rendition of "Blue Christmas" due to its bluesy and sexual undertone, which was a sharp contrast to the traditional holiday music.
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Record SalesDespite the initial backlash, "Blue Christmas" was a success. It reached double platinum status, selling over 2 million copies worldwide.
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Elvis' Christmas Album StatusElvis' Christmas Album, which features "Blue Christmas," is considered one of the best selling Christmas albums of all time.
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Live PerformanceElvis performed "Blue Christmas" on his '68 Comeback Special, which has become an iconic performance.
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Covers"Blue Christmas" was covered by many artists after Elvis' version became popular. Some well-known musicians include Johnny Cash, The Beach Boys, Willie Nelson, and Celine Dion.
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Use in MediaThe song appeared in numerous movies and TV shows such as Love Actually, The Year Without a Santa Claus, and Bones.
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LegacyDespite not being a hit upon its initial release, "Blue Christmas" by Elvis Presley has become a Christmas staple, and is still frequently played on the radio during holiday season to this day.
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