Merry Christmas cover

Merry Christmas

Bing Crosby · 1945

29 min · 17 tracks · country · folk · jazz

Warm, nostalgic arrangements of timeless carols delivered through Crosby's signature smooth vocals create a quintessential holiday atmosphere.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic holiday ambiance
  • short, comforting listening sessions
  • warm, inviting background music
  • family gathering soundtrack

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1945, 'Merry Christmas' came at the peak of Bing Crosby's career as a recording artist and film star. Following his massive success with 'White Christmas' in 1942, this album solidified his status as America's favorite voice during the holiday season, showcasing his ability to blend popular and traditional music.
Stylistic neighbors
Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole· Dean Martin

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 White Christmas 2:29
  • 2 Adeste Fideles 2:19
  • 3 Rudolph the Red‐Nosed Reindeer 2:13
  • 4 Away in a Manger 1:30
  • 5 O Little Town of Bethlehem 0:55
  • 6 Silent Night 2:29
  • 7 That Christmas Feeling 1:38
  • 8 Jingle Bells 2:28
  • 9 Hitch a Ride With Santa Claus 1:11
  • 10 The Snowman 1:44
  • 11 It Came Upon a Midnight Clear 1:50
  • 12 Santa Claus Is Coming to Town 1:39
  • 13 The Christmas Song 1:41
  • 14 Deck the Halls 1:13
  • 15 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing 1:26
  • 16 God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen 1:13
  • 17 O Come All Ye Faithful 1:34

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata