The Gift of Christmas
En Vogue · 2002
44 min · 15 tracks · funk · hip-hop · soul
A soulful blend of festive classics, infused with En Vogue's signature harmonies and contemporary flair.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady holiday background ambiance festive sing-alongs with friends warm family gathering atmosphere
- Context
- Released in 2002, 'The Gift of Christmas' marked En Vogue's return after a brief hiatus following their last studio album, 'Masterpiece', in 2000. At this point in their career, the group was seeking to reestablish their presence in the music industry while exploring new creative avenues through holiday music.
- If you like
- funk, hip-hop, soul
The Gift of Christmas is an album by En Vogue, released in 2002. A soulful blend of festive classics, infused with En Vogue's signature harmonies and contemporary flair. This album is significant as it showcases En Vogue's versatility, successfully blending traditional Christmas songs with modern R&B sensibilities. While not a major commercial success, it contributed to the resurgence of holiday albums among R&B artists in the early 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Gift of Christmas sound like?
A soulful blend of festive classics, infused with En Vogue's signature harmonies and contemporary flair. Rooted in funk and hip-hop.
What makes The Gift of Christmas by En Vogue notable?
This album is significant as it showcases En Vogue's versatility, successfully blending traditional Christmas songs with modern R&B sensibilities. While not a major commercial success, it contributed to the resurgence of holiday albums among R&B artists in the early 2000s. Released in 2002, 'The Gift of Christmas' marked En Vogue's return after a brief hiatus following their last studio album, 'Masterpiece', in 2000. At this point in their career, the group was seeking to reestablish their presence in the music industry while exploring new creative avenues through holiday music.
Who is The Gift of Christmas for?
The Gift of Christmas works well if you're into steady holiday background ambiance, festive sing-alongs with friends and warm family gathering atmosphere.
How many songs are on The Gift of Christmas?
The Gift of Christmas has 15 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Oh Christmas Tree Greeting 0:46
- 2 I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus 2:22
- 3 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Standout 4:07
- 4 Jingle Bells (euro mix) 2:52
- 5 Snowy Nights 3:16
- 6 My Christmas Standout 3:37
- 7 Merry Christmas, Baby 4:14
- 8 This Christmas 3:37
- 9 That’s What Christmas Means to Me 2:32
- 10 With My Honey 3:46
- 11 Oh Holy Night Standout 3:12
- 12 What Child Is This? (Prayer) 1:37
- 13 What Child Is This? (vocal) 2:14
- 14 Jingle Bells (rock version) 3:00
- 15 Jingle Bells (instrumental version) 2:52
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