Merry Christmas to You cover

Merry Christmas to You

Reba McEntire · 1987

34 min · 10 tracks · country · folk · gospel

A warm embrace of traditional carols infused with Reba's heartfelt country twang and gospel undertones.

Why this album works

'Merry Christmas to You' became a staple in holiday music collections, reflecting Reba's appeal across genres. It not only charted on Billboard's Top Country Albums but also contributed to the increasing popularity of country artists in seasonal music, influencing the way subsequent artists approached holiday-themed releases.
Career context
Released in 1987, 'Merry Christmas to You' was Reba McEntire's first holiday album, coming shortly after her breakthrough with the album 'My Kind of Country' in 1984. This album marked an expansion into holiday music, showcasing her versatility as an artist and solidifying her presence in the country music genre during the late 1980s.
Stylistic neighbors
Loretta Lynn· Dolly Parton· Emmylou Harris

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Away in a Manger 2:27
  • 2 On This Day 4:03
  • 3 O Holy Night Standout 3:54
  • 4 The Christmas Guest Standout 5:23
  • 5 Silent Night 3:36
  • 6 Happy Birthday Jesus (I'll Open This One for You) 2:33
  • 7 White Christmas 3:02
  • 8 I'll Be Home for Christmas Standout 3:16
  • 9 A Christmas Letter 3:11
  • 10 The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire) 3:27

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata