Around the Christmas Tree
Perry Como · 1953
25 min · 8 tracks · pop music
A warm blend of traditional carols and playful holiday tunes delivered with Como's smooth, comforting baritone voice.
Top tracks — play these first
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'Twas the Night Before Christmas Start here — This opening track sets a cozy, nostalgic tone for the album, blending storytelling with Como's soothing vocals to evoke the magic of Christmas Eve.
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Rudolph the Red‐Nosed Reindeer — Como’s rendition brings a joyful and whimsical energy to this classic tale, making it an unforgettable highlight that resonates with audiences of all ages.
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The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas to You) — This track showcases Como's ability to convey warmth and sentimentality, embodying the essence of holiday spirit through its heartfelt lyrics and gentle melody.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends familiar carols with Como's smooth vocals, creating a warm holiday atmosphere.
What we noticed
- Each track maintains a consistent mid-tempo feel, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout.
- 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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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- nostalgic holiday warmth
- quick festive listening break
- joyful sing-alongs with family
- light-hearted celebration atmosphere
Maybe skip if you
- prefer intense musical experimentation
- dislike traditional holiday themes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Como's presence in holiday music, enhancing his reputation.
- Themes
- nostalgic holiday warmth· mid-century Christmas traditions· family gatherings
- Career context
- By the time 'Around the Christmas Tree' was released in 1953, Perry Como had already established himself as a leading pop vocalist, having scored numerous hits since the late 1940s. This album arrived during a peak period in his career, following the success of his previous albums and television specials that solidified his status as a beloved entertainer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Frank Sinatra· Dean Martin· Nat King Cole
Tracklist
- 1 ’Twas the Night Before Christmas Start here 3:44
- 2 The Twelve Days of Christmas 3:59
- 3 God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen 3:31
- 4 C‐H‐R‐I‐S‐T‐M‐A‐S 2:52
- 5 Joy to the World! 2:39
- 6 Rudolph the Red‐Nosed Reindeer 2:45
- 7 Frosty the Snow Man 2:19
- 8 The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas to You) 3:34
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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