Released 14 years ago this October
Christmas in the Sand
Colbie Caillat · 2012
51 min · 15 tracks · country music
A breezy blend of soft pop and country-infused holiday classics with a warm, beachy vibe.
Top tracks — play these first
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Christmas in the Sand — This title track encapsulates the album's sunny, feel-good essence by juxtaposing traditional holiday imagery with a laid-back beach lifestyle, highlighting Caillat's unique take on Christmas.
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Merry Christmas Baby Start here — Her rendition brings a fresh pop twist to this classic, featuring playful vocals and a relaxed groove that sets the tone for the entire album.
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Every Day Is Christmas — This original composition stands out as an uplifting anthem about love and joy during the holiday season, showcasing Caillat's songwriting prowess alongside her melodic charm.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends familiar holiday tunes with original songs, offering a warm but conventional take on Christmas music.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of acoustic guitar and light percussion throughout, creating a laid-back atmosphere.
- Several tracks incorporate vocal harmonies that enhance the warmth of the arrangements, particularly in 'Santa Baby' and 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas'.
- The sequencing alternates between classic holiday songs and original compositions, maintaining a steady mid-tempo pace across most tracks.
- 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
- sunny holiday vibes
- steady festive listening experience
- cozy background for gatherings
- laid-back seasonal sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- seek intense musical experimentation
- prefer dark winter themes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A holiday album that adds variety but is not essential for new listeners.
- Career context
- Released on October 23, 2012, 'Christmas in the Sand' is Colbie Caillat's first full-length holiday album following her commercial success with 'All of You' in 2011. This album reflects her signature acoustic style while embracing festive themes, marking a creative expansion into seasonal music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jack Johnson· Sara Bareilles· Ingrid Michaelson
Tracklist
- 1 Merry Christmas Baby Start here 3:42
- 2 Santa Baby 2:56
- 3 Christmas in the Sand 3:49
- 4 Baby It's Cold Outside 3:20
- 5 Jingle Bells 3:19
- 6 The Christmas Song 3:18
- 7 Santa Claus Is Coming to Town 3:11
- 8 I'll Be Home for Christmas 2:31
- 9 Every Day Is Christmas 4:24
- 10 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 3:33
- 11 Silver Bells 3:43
- 12 Winter Wonderland 2:50
- 13 Mistletoe 3:51
- 14 Happy Christmas 3:34
- 15 Auld Lang Syne 3:46
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