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"I Hate December" (stylized as "i hate december") is a song by American band Ivy, released on January 12, 1996 by Scratchie Records. The track came from the band's first extended play, Lately (1994). It was written and produced by Andy Chase and Adam Schlesinger, while Dominique Durand also contributed to the lyrics and Peter Nashel handled additional production. While the version that appeared on Lately was not released as a commercial single, a remix was created and distributed as a CD single instead. I Hate December has a darker theme compared to most holiday songs, with Durand singing about her dreams and fears of death. MTV host Matt Pinfield even compared to the 1982 Fear single "Fuck Christmas". "I Hate December" received praise for its songwriting and uniqueness. A music video directed and produced by Doug Werby was filmed and released in 1995. The video, which shows Ivy performing in a restaurant, received regular rotation on MTV2's music program 120 Minutes in 1996. 


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All I know is what I feel 
And what I feel is all too real
It's pecking hard
It's cracked the egg
It's come to life

Oh God I hate December

All I know is what I dream
But lately dreams, have been such scary things
Of suicide and frozen ice over my pale body

Suffocating December

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Ivy

Ivy, plural ivies (Hedera), is a genus of 12–15 species of evergreen climbing or ground-creeping woody plants in the family Araliaceae, native to western, central and southern Europe, Macaronesia, northwestern Africa and across central-southern Asia east to Japan and Taiwan. more »

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Written by: ADAM L. SCHLESINGER, ANDY CHASE, DOMINIQUE DURAND

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15 facts about this song

SONG GENRE
"I Hate December" by Ivy is classified under the genres of indie pop and indie rock.
RELEASE DATE
The song was released in the year 1996 as part of the band's second studio album, “Apartment Life.”
RECORD LABEL
"I Hate December" was released under the record label Atlantic Unseen.
LYRICS AND MEANING
The lyrics depict feelings of resentment and sorrow typically associated with the month of December, hence the track name "I Hate December."
COMMERCIAL SUCCESS
Despite its unique storytelling and artistry, it failed to chart significantly on the Billboard rankings, reflecting limited commercial success.
BAND MEMBERS
The band Ivy responsible for "I Hate December" is made up of three members – Dominique Durand, Andy Chase, and Adam Schlesinger.
SONG'S IMPACT
Despite it not having much commercial success, the song "I Hate December" has an enduring influence and continues to be played, particularly during the winter holiday season.
ROMANTIC INFLUENCE
The song has been said to be heavily influenced by the romantic relationship between two band members Andy Chase and Dominique Durand.
ALBUM STYLE
The style of the “Apartment Life” album, which includes "I Hate December", is a mix of chamber pop and indie rock.
FINAL LIVE PERFORMANCE
One of the most memorable performances of "I Hate December" was during the band's final show at the Bowery Ballroom in 1996.
INFLUENCES
Ivy's overall sound, including songs like "I Hate December", has been influenced by various bands and artists, including The Smiths and Prefab Sprout.
MEMBER'S DEATH
Adam Schlesinger, one of the band members responsible for "I Hate December", tragically passed away in 2020 from complications related to COVID-19. This has since brought a renewed interest in Ivy's catalogue, including "I Hate December".
SONG AVAILABILITY
The song is widely available for streaming on music platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube.
COVER VERSIONS
"I Hate December" has been covered by a few artists/bands, showcasing its continuing influence in the music industry.
FAN RECEPTION
The song is one of Ivy's most popular tracks, despite not reaching high charting success, and it often garners positive reception from fans of the band.

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