Christmas

King Diamond

About Christmas

"No Presents for Christmas" is a single by King Diamond released on December 25, 1985. It was the first music released by King Diamond's new band, after the breakup of Mercyful Fate. It is one of the band's most well-known songs. The song can also be found on the re-issue of King Diamond's first album, Fatal Portrait.


Year:
2003
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"Come they told me
A newborn King to see
Our finest gifts we bring
To lay before the King...Oh when we come"

[solo: Mike]

It's Christmas again.. it will never be the same
It's Christmas again, I know
There's only sadness in my soul

It's Christmas again...It'll never be the same

And as the snow is falling from the sky
All I want to do is cry
I got to get away from here
I gotta get away.....?

By tomorrow, I will be gone
By tomorrow, I'll see the sun again
But tonight...I am...The Little Drummer boy

Tonight...I am...the one who will destroy

The secrets never told before
Of those who lost their souls
There are sad things in the Darkness
There are sad things all around us

It's Christmas again.. it will never be the same
It's Christmas again, I know
There's only sadness in my soul

It's Christmas again... It'll never be the same

[solo: Andy]

"Come they told me
A newborn King to see
Our finest gifts we bring
To lay before the King..."
Now here I go
I'm falling on my face, drum breaking on the stage
Oh My God it's such a big disgrace

It's Christmas again.. it will never be the same
It's Christmas again, I know
There's only sadness in my soul

[solo: Mike]

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King Diamond

Kim Bendix Petersen (born June 14, 1956 in Copenhagen), better known by his stage name King Diamond, is a Grammy Award nominated Danish heavy metal musician. As a vocalist, he is known for his extensive vocal range, in particular his usage of falsetto. He is the lead vocalist for both Mercyful Fate and the eponymous King Diamond. more »

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Written by: EILEEN DIAMOND

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10 facts about this song

Album Classification
"Christmas" is a song by famous Danish heavy metal musician King Diamond. It is included in his 13th studio album titled "Give Me Your Soul... Please" which was released in 2007.
Genre Classification
As a King Diamond’s song, "Christmas" belongs to the heavy metal genre, specifically representing a combination of shock rock, speed metal, and neo-classical metal.
Song Theme Classification
"Christmas" like most songs on the album "Give Me Your Soul... Please" is part of a horror story concept. King Diamond is known for his conceptual storytelling in his albums, usually threading each song into a broader narrative.
Narrative Concept Classification
The song "Christmas" maintains the album's concept, which concerns a dead seven-year-old girl and her 18-year-old brother who has also been killed. This song brings the listener into the Christmas-themed twist of the narrative.
Vocal Style Classification
King Diamond, born as Kim Bendix Petersen, is known for his distinctive vocal style characterized by his extensive use of falsetto, which he fully employs in "Christmas".
Album Reception Classification
The album "Give Me Your Soul... Please", which includes the song "Christmas," was nominated for a Grammy award in 2008 for "Best Metal Performance."
Complexity Classification
King Diamond's music, including "Christmas," is known to feature complex song structures, intricate guitar work, and a high degree of technical ability from all band members. It extends the traditional heavy-metal sound with the use of progressive elements.
Lyrical Style Classification
"Christmas" adheres to King Diamond's lyrical style which combines elements of life and death, classic horror films, and other occult topics.
Band Lineup Classification
The band lineup for the recording of this song - and the rest of the "Give Me Your Soul...Please" album - includes King Diamond on vocals, Andy LaRocque and Mike Wead on guitars, Hal Patino on bass, and Matt Thompson on drums.
Visual Style Classification
The music video for "Christmas" follows the same dark, horror-themed aesthetic that can be seen in most of King Diamond's work, complete with theatrical makeup and gothic iconography.

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