Released 29 years ago this October
Ho Ho Ho
RuPaul · 1997
56 min · 13 tracks · electronic music
A glittering blend of disco and pop infused with holiday cheer and campy humor that invites festive celebration.
Top tracks — play these first
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With Bells On Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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RuPaul The Red‐Nosed Drag Queen — This track cleverly parodies the classic Christmas tale while showcasing RuPaul's signature wit and charm, making it a standout in the album's festive narrative.
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Santa Baby — RuPaul's rendition of this classic adds a playful twist with a confident vocal delivery, embodying the spirit of fun and sass central to the album.
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All I Want for Christmas — This original composition captures the longing often associated with the holiday season, delivered through an upbeat dance-pop lens that highlights RuPaul's musical versatility.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- festive party atmosphere
- energetic holiday celebrations
- playful and whimsical vibes
- long, immersive listening sessions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A unique holiday album that showcases RuPaul's playful style but is not a primary entry point.
- Themes
- campy holiday cheer· disco-infused celebration· drag queen humor
- Career context
- Released on October 28, 1997, 'Ho Ho Ho' came after RuPaul's mainstream breakthrough with 'Supermodel (You Better Work)' in 1993. This album marked RuPaul's foray into holiday music, showcasing his playful persona while capitalizing on his growing popularity in the pop culture landscape of the late '90s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lady Gaga· Kylie Minogue· Cher
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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All I Want for Christmas
The chorus emphasizes yearning for companionship during the holidays, repeating an infectious hook that stays in the listener's mind.
Tracklist
- 1 With Bells On Start here 3:35
- 2 RuPaul The Red‐Nosed Drag Queen 3:32
- 3 All I Want for Christmas 3:25
- 4 Santa Baby 4:46
- 5 All Alone on Christmas 3:12
- 6 Christmas Train Medley 3:47
- 7 Christmas Nite 7:35
- 8 Funky Christmas 2:40
- 9 I Saw Daddy Kissing Santa Claus 2:49
- 10 Here Comes Santa Claus 2:57
- 11 You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch 4:47
- 12 Hard Candy Christmas 4:53
- 13 Celebrate (New Year’s Mix) 8:10
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Confessions on a Dance Floor
Madonna
Shares the same glittering pop production and dance-infused celebration with playful lyrics.
Light Years
Kylie Minogue
Combines disco vibes and campy humor, echoing festive energy and celebratory themes.
Scissor Sisters
Scissor Sisters
Features a similar blend of camp, disco influences, and a vibrant party atmosphere for celebrations.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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