Christmas After Midnight
Fantasia Barrino · 2017
39 min · 12 tracks · soul
A soulful blend of classic holiday tunes infused with Fantasia's powerful, emotive vocals and rich arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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This Christmas — Fantasia's rendition of This Christmas captures the warmth and joy of the holiday spirit, showcasing her vocal range and emotional depth. It serves as an inviting opener that sets the tone for the rest of the album.
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Santa Claus Go Straight to the Ghetto — With its playful yet poignant delivery, this track updates the classic with a modern twist while retaining its original charm, demonstrating Fantasia's ability to blend fun with social commentary.
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Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas — Fantasia's interpretation brings a heartfelt vulnerability to this beloved standard, using subtle vocal nuances that elevate the track into a deeply personal reflection on love and togetherness during the holidays.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends classic holiday tunes with strong vocals but lacks standout original compositions.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate rich instrumental arrangements, including strings and horns, enhancing the soulful feel of the music.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- soulful holiday warmth
- evening gatherings with friends
- nostalgic family traditions
- intimate late-night celebrations
- emotive vocal performances
Maybe skip if you
- fast-paced party atmosphere
- minimalist soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2017, Christmas After Midnight marked Fantasia Barrino's first holiday album following her successful career resurgence after her 2013 album Side Effects of You. This project came as she transitioned into a more mature phase of artistry, showcasing her versatility beyond traditional soul music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jennifer Hudson· Lalah Hathaway· Alicia Keys
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Christmas 3:23
- 2 Santa Claus Go Straight to the Ghetto 3:20
- 3 The Snow Is Falling 2:55
- 4 Baby, It’s Cold Outside 2:53
- 5 The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire) 2:56
- 6 Give Love on Christmas Day 4:05
- 7 Merry Christmas, Baby 2:34
- 8 Silent Night 3:50
- 9 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 3:19
- 10 What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve? 3:09
- 11 In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning 2:28
- 12 Hallelujah 4:23
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