A Cherry Cherry Christmas
Neil Diamond · 2009
45 min · 14 tracks · folk music
A festive blend of classic holiday tunes infused with Neil Diamond's warm and emotive vocal style.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cherry Cherry Christmas Start here — The title track captures the essence of the album with its upbeat melody and nostalgic lyrics, reflecting on cherished holiday memories.
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Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas — Diamond's rendition adds a heartfelt depth to this classic, showcasing his ability to convey emotion through his signature vocal style.
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The Chanukah Song — This track stands out for its celebration of Jewish culture within the holiday season, demonstrating Diamond's commitment to inclusivity and tradition.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album blends original and traditional holiday music with varied arrangements, showcasing Diamond's vocal style.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature lush orchestral arrangements, while others are more stripped down, highlighting Diamond's vocal delivery.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- festive sing-along moments
- warm storytelling for gatherings
- nostalgic holiday reflections
- lighthearted background for celebrations
- wave-like pacing for easy listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking intense musical experimentation
- prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid holiday album that adds variety to Diamond's catalog but isn't a primary entry point.
- Themes
- holiday nostalgia· Jewish heritage celebration· festive storytelling
- Career context
- By 2009, Neil Diamond was a seasoned artist with decades of success behind him. 'A Cherry Cherry Christmas' came as his first full holiday album, showcasing his ability to reinterpret timeless classics while remaining relevant in a shifting musical landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Taylor· Cat Stevens· Simon & Garfunkel
Tracklist
- 1 Cherry Cherry Christmas Start here 3:31
- 2 Sleigh Ride 2:45
- 3 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 4:46
- 4 White Christmas 3:23
- 5 Christmas Dream 5:50
- 6 The Christmas Song 3:34
- 7 Deck the Halls - We Wish You a Merry Christmas 1:44
- 8 Jingle Bell Rock 1:53
- 9 You Make It Feel Like Christmas 3:40
- 10 Winter Wonderland 2:46
- 11 Joy to the World 2:42
- 12 Amazing Grace 3:45
- 13 Meditations on a Winter Night (instrumental) 0:56
- 14 The Chanukah Song 3:54
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Merry Christmas
Bing Crosby
Shares a nostalgic holiday spirit with warm vocals and festive storytelling.
A Christmas Album
Barbra Streisand
Combines rich vocal delivery with themes of holiday nostalgia and celebration of heritage.
Christmas Songs by Sinatra
Frank Sinatra
Features soft rock sensibilities and holiday tunes delivered through smooth storytelling.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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