Perry Como Sings Merry Christmas Music cover

Released 80 years ago

Perry Como Sings Merry Christmas Music

Perry Como · 1946

47 min · 15 tracks · pop music

Warm, inviting vocals wrap traditional carols in a nostalgic embrace, creating a timeless holiday atmosphere.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic holiday gatherings
  • warm, inviting background music
  • cozy winter evenings
  • gentle festive ambiance
  • timeless seasonal traditions

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album helped solidify Perry Como's reputation in pop music and holiday music.
Themes
nostalgic holiday warmth· post-war Christmas longing· traditional carol embrace
Career context
Released in 1946, 'Perry Como Sings Merry Christmas Music' came during Como's rise as a leading figure in American pop music. This album followed his successful radio career and helped solidify his status as a beloved Christmas music artist.
Stylistic neighbors
Frank Sinatra· Dean Martin· Nat King Cole
If this clicks, go next to
A Sentimental Date with Perry — Continues the warm, nostalgic vibe with romantic themes and smooth vocals.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Merry Christmas by Bing Crosby — Features traditional carols with inviting vocals, evoking similar feelings of warmth and nostalgia.
A Jolly Christmas from Frank Sinatra by Frank Sinatra — Combines holiday songs with a soothing vocal style, creating a festive atmosphere.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "'Twas the Night Before Christmas".

  • 1 'Twas the Night Before Christmas Start here 3:46
  • 2 The Twelve Days of Christmas 4:01
  • 3 God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen 3:33
  • 4 C-H-R-I-S-T-M-A-S 2:55
  • 5 Joy to the World! 2:41
  • 6 Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer 2:47
  • 7 Frosty the Snowman 2:21
  • 8 The Christmas Song 3:35
  • 9 That Christmas Feeling 3:17
  • 10 I'll Be Home for Christmas 2:56
  • 11 Silent Night 3:53
  • 12 O Come, All Ye Faithful (Adeste Fideles) 2:48
  • 13 Jingle Bells 3:01
  • 14 White Christmas 3:28
  • 15 Winter Wonderland 2:29

What to play next

This album is considered a Breakthrough in Perry Como's catalog. This album helped solidify Perry Como's reputation in pop music and holiday music.

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