Merry Christmas, Baby cover

Merry Christmas, Baby

Rod Stewart · 2012

52 min · 15 tracks · new wave · R&B · blues rock

A warm blend of classic holiday tunes infused with Rod Stewart's distinctive raspy vocals and smooth arrangements.

Why this album works

The album debuted at number 3 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking Stewart's highest-charting holiday album to date. It received positive reviews for its nostalgic yet fresh take on Christmas classics, contributing to the ongoing popularity of holiday music releases by established artists.
Best for
warm, nostalgic holiday vibes for cozy gatherings gentle background ambiance
Context
By the time 'Merry Christmas, Baby' was released in 2012, Rod Stewart was enjoying a resurgence in popularity after his successful album 'Time' earlier that year. This Christmas album followed a series of standards and covers that had characterized his later career, showcasing his ability to reinterpret beloved songs with a contemporary flair.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Standout 4:31
  • 2 Santa Claus Is Coming to Town Standout 2:47
  • 3 Winter Wonderland 2:26
  • 4 White Christmas 3:49
  • 5 Merry Christmas, Baby 3:53
  • 6 Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! 2:51
  • 7 What Are You Doing New Year's Eve? 3:43
  • 8 Blue Christmas 3:30
  • 9 Red-Suited Super Man 3:11
  • 10 When You Wish Upon a Star 3:47
  • 11 We Three Kings 3:27
  • 12 Silent Night Standout 4:24
  • 13 Auld Lang Syne 3:47
  • 14 Silver Bells 3:25
  • 15 Red-Suited Superman 3:09

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