Wiggly, Wiggly Christmas
The Wiggles · 1997
33 min · 26 tracks · children's music
A playful collection of festive tunes filled with cheerful melodies and whimsical antics that invite children to celebrate Christmas joyfully.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wiggly Wiggly Christmas — The title track encapsulates the album's spirit, featuring energetic vocals and catchy rhythms that invite kids to dance along, setting the tone for the festive celebration.
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Go Santa Go — This lively song features playful lyrics that encourage excitement about Santa's arrival, making it a favorite among young listeners eager for Christmas cheer.
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Jingle Bells — A classic carol reimagined with The Wiggles' signature upbeat style, this track engages children with its familiar melody while encouraging singing and participation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines original and traditional songs with engaging arrangements for children, making it a festive staple.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate interactive elements, such as clapping or dancing instructions, encouraging listener participation.
- The running time is divided into short, upbeat tracks averaging around two minutes each, maintaining a lively pace throughout.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of festive joy
- playful sing-alongs for kids
- varied tracks for holiday fun
- quick, cheerful listening sessions
- family-friendly party atmosphere
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, serious albums
- not into playful children's music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album helped solidify The Wiggles' status in children's music, especially for holidays.
- Career context
- Released in 1997, Wiggly, Wiggly Christmas marked The Wiggles' first holiday-themed album. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their status as a leading children's music group in Australia following the success of their self-titled debut album in 1991 and subsequent releases.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Wiggly Wiggly Christmas
The chorus features an infectious repetition of joyful phrases inviting everyone to join in the fun of celebrating Christmas together.
The use of repetitive, simple language makes it accessible for young children, fostering inclusivity and encouraging them to sing along.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Have a Very Merry Christmas 0:32
- 2 Wiggly Wiggly Christmas 2:14
- 3 With a Shiny Red Nose 0:07
- 4 Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer 1:57
- 5 If You See Santa 0:11
- 6 Go Santa Go 1:50
- 7 Ding Dong Merrily on High 1:29
- 8 Shepherds 0:11
- 9 Christmas Star 0:28
- 10 Unto Us, This Holy Night 2:05
- 11 Felice Navidad 2:20
- 12 Peace and Joy to Everyone 0:05
- 13 Jingle Bells 1:53
- 14 Christmas Picnic 2:21
- 15 Lets Clap Hands for Santa Claus 1:33
- 16 Breebop Poem 0:08
- 17 Henrys Christmas Dance 1:37
- 18 Jeff's Christmas Tune 2:00
- 19 Pirate Food Poem 0:11
- 20 It's a Christmas Party, on the Goodship Feathersword 1:56
- 21 Away in a Manger 1:03
- 22 Wags Ate the Rags 0:07
- 23 Wags Is Bouncing Around the Christmas Tree 1:27
- 24 Reindeer Express 2:02
- 25 Silent Night 2:59
- 26 We Wish You a Merry Christmas 0:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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