Goin' Home for Christmas
Merle Haggard · 1982
25 min · 10 tracks · country
A warm, nostalgic collection of holiday classics infused with Haggard's signature storytelling and heartfelt delivery.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic holiday warmth
- quick festive listening breaks
- heartfelt storytelling moments
- playful seasonal sing-alongs
- short bursts of joy
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking lengthy immersive experiences
- prefer contemporary sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1982, Merle Haggard was a seasoned country artist with numerous hits under his belt. 'Goin' Home for Christmas' was released during a period when he was transitioning into more thematic albums, following his successful streak in the 1970s, including celebrated records like 'If We Make It Through December.' This album marked his continued commitment to exploring personal and seasonal reflections through his music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Waylon Jennings· Johnny Cash· George Jones
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Goin' Home for Christmas 2:28
- 2 Grandma's Homemade Christmas Card 2:18
- 3 Santa Claus is Coming to Town 2:15
- 4 Santa Claus and Popcorn 2:33
- 5 Daddy Won't Be Home Again for Christmas 3:24
- 6 If We Make it Through December 2:40
- 7 Bobby Wants a Puppy Dog for Christmas 2:10
- 8 Rudolph the Rednosed Reindeer 2:48
- 9 Blue Christmas 2:09
- 10 Lonely NIght 2:52
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