Barenaked for the Holidays
Barenaked Ladies · 2004
47 min · 20 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · pop rock
Playful holiday tunes blend with Barenaked Ladies' signature humor and catchy melodies for a festive celebration.
Why this album works
'Barenaked for the Holidays' received positive critical reception and contributed to the growing trend of contemporary holiday albums. The album's unique blend of original songs and holiday classics helped it resonate with fans, leading to chart placements during the holiday season.
- Best for
- playful holiday sing-alongs lighthearted festive gatherings quick bursts of joy
- Context
- By the time 'Barenaked for the Holidays' was released in 2004, Barenaked Ladies were well-established in the music scene, following their commercial peak with 'Stunt' in 1998. This album marked their first foray into holiday music, showcasing their versatility beyond pop rock and solidifying their appeal as a family-friendly band.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Tragically Hip· Nickelback· Céline Dion· Rush· Our Lady Peace· Shania Twain· Crash Test Dummies· Sarah McLachlan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jingle Bells 3:59
- 2 Green Christmas 2:36
- 3 I Saw Three Ships 1:09
- 4 Hanukkah Blessings Standout 3:29
- 5 O Holy Night 1:11
- 6 Elf’s Lament Standout 3:40
- 7 Snowman 3:01
- 8 Do They Know It’s Christmas? 3:34
- 9 Hanukkah, Oh Hanukkah 2:13
- 10 God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen / We Three Kings 3:28
- 11 Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 1:01
- 12 Carol of the Bells 3:02
- 13 Footprints 3:16
- 14 Deck the Stills 0:34
- 15 Christmastime (Oh Yeah) Standout 2:18
- 16 Sleigh Ride 0:48
- 17 Christmas Pics 2:15
- 18 I Have a Little Dreidel 0:54
- 19 Wonderful Christmastime / [Happy Birthday] 1:20
- 20 Auld Lang Syne 3:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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