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</html>";s:4:"text";s:38316:"Karen Carpenter's pure voice makes any song, especially this happy holiday tune, sound like home sweet home. Country Living participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. Your Christmas Dessert Table Needs These Recipes. Christmas Songs lyrics - Find all lyrics for songs such as Beautiful Star Of Bethlehem, Silent Night, Jingle Bells at LyricsFreak.com While this novelty Christmas song is sure to get a laugh, it's become so popular that both a film and a Grey's Anatomy episode bear the same name. Country of Origin: France. Britney Spears released this original Christmas song for the 2000 compilation album Platinum Christmas, which featured fellow artists Christina Aguilera and Whitney Houston. The Muppets version of this classic Christmas carol from the 1700s has become a classic in its own right. The origins of Christmas songs dates back to around the 4th century when some of the first Latin Christian hymns were written about Jesus Christ. One of the smoothest voices ever, Ella Fitzgerald brings a swinging, unique sound to this Christmas classic. (That statement is up for friendly debate, but we call after Halloween fair game!) Sing along to this jazzy holiday hit and remind yourself that snow is beautiful, even when your car gets stuck in it. Featured on her Christmas album Wrapped in Red, this single quickly became a top holiday hit. The '70s Christmas song by glam rock band Wizzard hit number 4 on the UK charts when it was first released. Although not originally intended to be a Christmas song, this tune has gone on to be featured on several holiday albums, including those by Kelly Clarkson and Rod Stewart. One of the most popular versions of the song is the English version written by J.M. Top 70 Most Classic Country Songs of All Time, 35 Most Classic Christmas Movies of All Time, Spread Joy With These Religious Christmas Songs, A Christmas Playlist to Listen to All December Long. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Dr. Seuss himself penned the lyrics for this Christmas track dating back to 1966, when it premiered in the TV special, Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Elton John released his Christmas single in 1973, and it hit number 1 on the Billboard Christmas singles chart. Written By: St. Hilary of Poitiers A copy of Wade’s original manuscript is housed by Stonyhurst College in Lancashire, England. There is a version of the song with different lyrics called “Jack Jintle”, noted in 1937’s edition of Anne Gilchrist’s Journal of the English Folk Dance and Song Society. No Christmas song should ever contain the word "sorrow." It's practically impossible not to dance along to The Spice Girls' 1998 cover of this fun Christmas song. to more modern, uptempo tunes like "All I Want for Christmas Is You" (so cheerful!). Written in 1934, the song quickly became a pop hit. Perhaps best known for "What a Wonderful World," Louis's ode to New Orleans during the holidays captures his signature sound with a big brass band backing him up. "I saw a spiral pad on his (Wells's) piano with four lines written in pencil", Tormé recalled. The most sung version of the song was written by John M. Neale with help from his music editor Thomas Helmore in 1853. Neale’s original English lyrics were set to the melody of a 13th century Easter hymn called âTempus adest floridumâ (âThe time is near for floweringâ) from the 1582 hymn book Piae Cantiones. Sheet music arranged for Piano/Vocal/Guitar in Eb Major (transposable). Happy holiday hits for an entire month, or dare we say two months, leading up to the most wonderful time of the year? Required fields are marked *. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Sing-Along Video with Lyrics Karaoke Video with Lyrics “This Old Man” lyrics 1. Country of Origin: France. Punk meets Christmas in this holiday-inspired tune that didn't chart when it was first released but has since become a rock Christmas favorite. Written By: unknown, possibly John IV of Portugal, John Reading, or John Francis Wade However, the most popular Christmas songs were created in more recent times. by Band Aid, "Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer" by Elmo & Patsy, "The Twelve Days of Christmas" by John Denver & The Muppets. Like most early Christmas songs, âBetween the Ox and the Grey Donkeyâ is about the nativity scene. Everyone knows how to say Merry Christmas in Spanish thanks to this classic penned by Puerto Rican musician and composer José Feliciano. This track—which is the best-selling modern day Christmas song of all time—has earned Mariah Carey the title "Queen of Christmas." Listening to this Christmas hit is the best way to start out the season. Although âJesus Refulsit Omniumâ is the oldest Christmas hymn, it isn’t widely-known today. In an effort to "stay cool by thinking cool", the most-performed (according to BMI) Christmas song was born. ... that there's no way of definitively proving what the first Christmas song was. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io, Best Gingerbread Dessert Ideas for the Holidays, Christmas Recipes That Healthy Eaters Will Love, Easy, Delicious Best Christmas Lunch Recipes, 15 Easy and Complete Christmas Dinner Menus, These Stores Will Be Open on Christmas Day, Winter Cocktails to Warm the Cockles of Your Heart, 68 Gifts for Teen Girls That They Actually Want, "All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey, "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" by Jackson 5. The song may have been inspired by the Book of Isiah chapter 1 verse 3 where the ox and the donkey are present for the birth of Jesus Christ. Wild Man Fischer, “I’m a Christmas Tree” (1999) Professional weirdos Wild Man Fischer and radio personality Dr. Demento team up for possibly the worst Christmas song ever. The most popular English version of the song was written in 1841 by the English Catholic priest Frederick Oakeley. Several people credit St. Hilary as the first Latin Christian hymn writer and two other hymns are attributed to him. This diddy is sung by the inhabitants of the Island of Misfit Toys in the 1964 stop-motion Christmas movie Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Country of Origin: Germany. From old classic Christmas songs from Bing Crosby, to more popular holiday music from Run-DMC, these are the best Christmas songs of all time. 2 "Last Christmas" by Wham! Fun fact: Released in 1984, it didn't top the charts until 2017. The song broke the record for longest wait time to get into the top 10 at over 60 years since its release. We recommend you to check other playlists or our favorite music charts. Although not a well-known song, it's one that you'll want to add to your playlist for a low-key evening in. Although the song is popular, academics have been critical of Neale’s decision to put his own lyrics over the original melody. 8. This happy song reminds us of all the reasons Christmas is the—you guessed it—most wonderful time of the year. According to German folklore, Seuse wrote the song sometime in 1328 after he heard the angels sing the words and joined them in a dance of worship. Today, two English translations of the song are used in its performance: one by John M. Neale from 1851, which was later extended by Henry W. Baker a decade later and the other by Robert Furley Davis for the English Hymnal in 1906. Although this is the “season to be jolly,” some composers believe otherwise and try to share a bit of their negativity into Christmas songs that have somehow achieved popularity among the public. Contemporary technology made possible this duet with country star Martina McBride. âEntre le bÅuf et l’âne grisâ or âBetween the Ox and the Grey Donkeyâ in English, is one of the oldest French Christmas carols that is still sung today. Put our faves on repeat! This jolly song by Burl Ives is the leading track on his Christmas album for a reason. The original lyrics of the song were written by an unknown author in 12th century France and the song is set to the melody of the Latin song âOrientis Partibus.â The modern English words were written by Robert Davis in 1920. Ariana Grande's Christmas original, which was first released on the Japanese reissue of her Christmas EP Christmas Kisses, has become a modern favorite. Christmas Songs Criteria: Chosen for ongoing popularity, impact, importance, and strong association with the holiday. An unlikely pair, Bing and Bowie strike just the right note marrying the traditional and contemporary. This tune was written for the Broadway musical Mame in 1966 and was originally sung by Angela Lansbury. According to Tormé, the song was written in July during a blistering hot summer. We recommend playing it for your husband right before Christmastime if you "want a yacht." "Traditional" is defined as encompassing all pre-rock styles of popular music; Christmas songs include both religious and secular songs as well as songs about winter which are associated with the festive season. Who doesn't love this upbeat Christmas hit? These early hymns were sung during church Christmas celebrations and eventually evolved into the songs we recognize today. The original Latin song has been credited to several people including John IV of Portugal in the early to mid-17th century, John Reading in the late 17th century, and John Francis Wade in the mid-18th century. Written By: unknown; modern English words written by Robert Davis The creator of this song, Ross Bagdasarian Sr., won three Grammy awards for this track in 1958. Country of Origin: England; 13th century carol from Finland. You'll recognize Zooey Deschanel's earthy sound. Joseph Was An Old Man 4 Lyrics. âGood King Wenceslasâ is a classic and popular Christmas carol about a king from Bohemia who journeyed through harsh winter conditions to give alms to a poor peasant on the Feast of Stephen, which is on December 26th. It features mega stars including Duran Duran, Phil Collins, Sting, and Boy George. This holiday tune is one of Eartha Kitt's most well-known songs of all time. . History. Created: circa 12th century AD For country music lovers, no Christmas song is more classic than this twangy Willie tune. It is listed as number 12817 in the Roud Folk Song Index. Let It Snow! Christmas is the only holiday with such a large range of music that's integral to its festivities. We dream of a white, snowy Christmas every year thanks to this classic hit. If you enjoyed listening to this one, maybe you will like: 1. "Blue Christmas" was best known as a country Christmas song in a version recorded by Ernest Tubbs in 1948 until Elvis Presley made it a rock 'n' roll classic with his 1957 recording. Written By: John M. Neale and Thomas Helmore According to different sources, the song either dates back to as early as the 13th century or the 16th century. The nostalgic melody of Nat King Cole's Christmas tune is bound to make you want nothing more than a crackling fire on a frosty winter day. âResonet in laudibusâ is a traditional Christmas carol from 14th century Europe. Created: circa 4th century AD (between 310 â 367 ) Print and download The Old Man sheet music from White Christmas. Although the tune has faced controversy throughout its lifetime, the English Celtic punk band's Christmas song is still an inescapably catchy hit for many. Chuck Berry's blues-inspired rock song proves that rock and roll and Christmas really do go hand in hand. Don't you tell a single soul, What I'm going to say; Christmas Eve is coming soon, Now, you dear old man, Whisper what you'll bring to me: Tell me if you can. However, many historians believe that the earliest…, Spread the loveThe word Torah can mean many different things, but in general it refers to the first five books…, Spread the loveDetermining when the books in the Bible were written can be difficult because there is a lot of…, Spread the loveThere’s something about walking into a cathedral that’s been standing for so many centuries that you can’t help…. Otis Redding's jazzy R&B version of this song will have all of your holiday party guests moving and grooving to the beat. The words, which were originally written in Latin, were translated and paired with a medieval plainchant melody called Divinum mysterium. Christmas songs are universally popular once the holiday season starts and many annual classics such as Bing Crosby’s âWhite Christmasâ seem like they’ve been around forever. The British supergroup Band Aid recorded this Christmas song as a benefit single to combat famine in Ethiopia. Happy is right! Created: circa 4th century AD (between 348 â 413) John Lennon and Yoko Ono originally recorded this somewhat controversial tune with the Harlem Community Choir to protest the Vietnam War. This pop tune is the kind of Christmas song you can sing in the shower. Created: date is disputed â current form from mid-18th century, but words may be from 13th century Stevie Wonder, ... then presumably goes home to play with old syringes and broken razor blades. The video stars Cindy Crawford as Jon Bon Jovi's love interest. If you'd like something to listen to other than music, enjoy the free Christmas … Judy Garland recorded this for the musical Meet Me in St. Louis, which should be required viewing around the holidays. Most of what the English-speaking world regards as traditional Christmas music is actually less than 200 years old. Created: circa 14th century It's impossible to listen to it and not be in a good mood. You’ll recall religious Christmas songs and country Christmas songs that give you that warm and fuzzy feeling, too. The song’s exact origins are unknown, but Heinrich Seuse is typically credited as the song’s author. The Carpenters put out this song in 1970, and it hit number 1 on the Billboard Christmas singles charts for three years. This soulful ballad isn't your typical jolly tune, but it has become a classic nonetheless. Your email address will not be published. Michael Bublé has done it again. While âCorde natus ex Parentisâ isn’t a popular Christmas song today, it is probably the oldest known Christmas song that is still performed by a few churches today. It's hard to believe Brenda Lee was just a teenager when she recorded this song—and it's still a fan favorite today. Whether you prefer original versions of Christmas songs or pop renditions of timeless classics, there's something for everyone on this list. Yes, we mean the whole Nutcracker! Although this song released in 1957, it hit the Billboard Hot 100 top 10 chart in January 2019 at number eight. Stevie Wonder released his Someday at Christmas album, which featured this track, in 1967. The book helped popularize several of the most-known Christmas carols including âResonet in laudibus.â Popular English hymn writer, John M. Neale, translated the song into English as âChrist was born on Christmas Dayâ and based his version on the one in Piae Cantiones. When Joseph was an old man, And an old man was he; He wedded virgin Mary, The Queen of Galilee. Every Christmas season brings a rush of artists releasing Christmas albums. The song topped that chart again in 1971 and 1973. The song gained renewed interest when it was included in 1991 on Atco Records' revised edition of their 1968 Soul Christmas compilation album and has since become a modern Christmas standard, with the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers reporting that it was the … Country of Origin: France. Country of Origin: Roman province of Tarraconensis (modern-day Northern Spain). This song was written for Frank Sinatra in 1954, where it first appeared as a B-side recording on his cover of "White Christmas.". "When My Heart Finds Christmas" by Harry Connick Jr. "The Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don't Be Late)" by The Chipmunks, "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays" by *NSYNC, "My Only Wish (This Year)" by Britney Spears, "I'd Like Your For Christmas" by Julie London, "Wonderful Christmastime" by Paul McCartney, "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)" by Darlene Love, "Here Comes Santa Claus (Down Santa Claus Lane)" by Gene Autry, "I'll Be Home For Christmas" by Bing Crosby, "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" by Judy Garland, "Let It Snow! Christmas Carols. It is believed that he may have created the song after the first recorded Christmas celebration took place in 336 AD. The most famous version goes as follows: Christmas is coming, the geese are getting fat Please put a penny in the old man's hat If you haven't got a … The oldest written record of the hymn appears in a manuscript dating back to the 10th century. Paul McCartney has said that the catchy, upbeat holiday jingle only took him 10 minutes to write. We like this intense and exciting musical performance with an equally exhilarating light show. Country of Origin: Germany. In 1582, the Piae Cantiones â a collection of medieval Latin songs â was first published. The bluesy Christmas ballad was first released in 1960 by Charles Brown before the Eagles recorded and released this version as a single in 1978. More about us. "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" by Harry Connick Jr. "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas" by Michael Bublé, "Please Come Home For Christmas" by Jon Bon Jovi, "The Little Drummer Boy (Peace on Earth)" by Bing Crosby & David Bowie, "(There's No Place Like) Home For the Holidays" by The Carpenters, "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town" by Bruce Springsteen, "Carol of the Bells" by Trans-Siberian Orchestra, "The Most Wonderful Day of the Year" from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, "Christmas in New Orleans" by Louis Armstrong, "The Nutcracker" by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, "We Need a Little Christmas" by Angela Lansbury, "I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday" by Wizzard, "What Christmas Means to Me" by Stevie Wonder, "Merry Christmas (I Don't Want to Fight Tonight)" by The Ramones, "You're a Mean One Mr. Grinch" by Thurl Ravenscroft, "Please Come Home for Christmas" by the Eagles, "Merry Christmas Darling" by The Carpenters, "Do They Know It's Christmas?" Itâs so old, in fact, there is evidence that…, Spread the loveIt is unclear when the first Muslims actually came to America. There are good R&B Christmas songs and then there are great ones, like this Jackson 5 classic. "Christmas Is Coming" is a nursery rhyme and Christmas song frequently sung as a round. He wedded virgin Mary, The Queen of Galilee. Its exact origins are difficult to date, but it was widely-known and sung all over medieval Europe. Choose the category of Christmas music that you're interested in, ranging from traditional to contemporary, and click the title of the song to open a player in the browser. Any fan of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation will be familiar with this Hawaiian-inspired Christmas song. Top 100 Christmas Songs and Carols Playlist with Lyrics. Written By: unknown Written By: Aurelius Prudentius Clemens This famous instrumental tune by Leroy Anderson is the perfect background music to any holiday party. The King made this song famous with his rock and roll take on it. photo source: Wikimedia Commons “Good King Wenceslas” is a classic and popular Christmas carol about a king from Bohemia who journeyed through harsh winter conditions to give alms to a poor peasant on the Feast of Stephen, which is on December 26 th.The most sung version of the song was written by John M. Neale with help from his music editor Thomas Helmore in 1853. The hymn was composed in Latin by St. Hilary of Poitiers sometime in the fourth century. Jimmy Boyd's original version of this song is great, but Jackson 5's catchy cover will have everyone dancing and singing along to the funky beats. The song is about the animals (a donkey, cow, sheep, camel, and dove) present at Christ’s birth during the nativity scene and the gifts they bring to baby Jesus. The original song lyrics are a mixture of German and Latin and the oldest extant copy of the song is found in Codex 1305, a manuscript dating from around 1400. Another tune by Bing Crosby worthy of playing on repeat proves he's the unofficial king of Christmas. Of the very oldest Christmas songs on this list, âThe Friendly Beastsâ is still regularly sung today and is considered a traditional Christmas song. This pop tune is the kind of Christmas song you can sing in the shower. 1 "All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey. This was the only single from *NSYNC's Christmas album, Home for Christmas, which was the band's second album ever. Copyright 2020 Oldest.org | Terms | Privacy | Contact | Facebook, Spread the loveThere is no doubt about it: religion is old. These Christmas Front Doors Are Nothing but Merry, 27 Most Delicious Christmas Dinner Casserole Ideas, This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. Listening to this kid-friendly classic will immediately transport you back to your childhood. Of all the versions of this song, including Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, and even Radiohead, we think Darlene Love comes out on top. Let It Snow!" All of those holiday radio stations won't be able to compete with your holly jolly playlist! Somewhere along the way, it became a beloved Christmas song. This track—which is the best-selling modern day Christmas song of all time—has earned Mariah Carey the title "Queen of Christmas.". Wade’s version is the one used today and was first published in Cantus Diversi in 1751. Christmas Music Playlist 2020 BEST Christmas Songs and Carols! by Frank Sinatra, "I'll Be Home for Christmas" by Michael Bublé, "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" by Brenda Lee, "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)" by John Lennon and Yoko Ono, "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" by Andy Williams. Few other songs get kids as excited to see old St. Nick than Gene Autry's cheery tune. The Ronettes' version of this Christmas hit is the most popular and regularly makes the charts. Each one trying to leave their mark on history. Yours came first, but we love this version, too! 6. Written By: Heinrich Seuse âO Come, All Ye Faithfulâ, originally known as âAdeste Fidelasâ in Latin, is well-known Christmas carol with disputed origins. This swingin' song makes you feel like a martini at a fancy-dress holiday party. There are countless versions of "Jingle Bells," but Dean Martin's rendition is a holiday staple. The Carpenters' classic song about spending Christmas apart and dreaming about being together was originally released as a single in 1970. Dating back to 1864, this song is said to be the second oldest secular Christmas carol, according to The Christmas Carol Reader. Created: 1853 based on 13th century carol Sorry, Bing! Old Man Gloom is an extreme metal band originally formed in Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States, but now based in Massachusetts.The group, formed by Aaron Turner of Isis and Santos Montano, expanded to become a sort of supergroup in the Boston hardcore and metalcore scene. The BEST ever long play Christmas music video - Merry Christmas! When you hear "The Nutcracker: March," "Waltz of the Flowers" and the "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy," you know Christmas is right around the corner. It is a tale of unrequited love during the holidays and is a longstanding staple of Christmas music, especially in the country genre. Although it didn't receive great success when it was first released, "This Christmas" has gone on to become a favorite of all time. They call Bruce Springsteen "The Boss" for a reason—and this version of "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town" makes it easy to understand why. Like many of the first Christmas songs, âJesus Refulsit Omniumâ is a Christian hymn. To help you keep your inner Scrooge at bay for the rest of the Christmas season, here are 34 of the best, wackiest, and weirdest Christmas songs out there. SKU: MN0099053 Following the duo's first two smash singles, "Merry Christmas, Darling" reached #1 on the Billboard Christmas songs chart. Bing Crosby's cover of this song made it a popular Christmas staple, and She & Him's cover gives it a contemporary twist. As a song tells us, Christmas is indeed “the most wonderful time of the year.” Believe it or not, however, not all Christmas songs are cheerful. There are so many versions of this Christmas classic, but we think Harry Connick Jr. does it best. The origins of the song are unknown. From there, you can download the song. This song is one of the original tracks that appears on Harry Connick Jr.'s Christmas album of the same name, which went triple platinum. The majority are remakes of Christmas song classics, but … This 1961 jazz piece might just be the merriest song we've ever heard. Written By: unknown The Christmas folk song from the Canadian singer-songwriter has become one of Joni Mitchell's most recorded tracks. Jesus Refulsit Omnium is often cited as the oldest known Christmas song in the world. The song, which is actually a Christian hymn, was written by Roman Christian poet Aurelius Prudentius. Country of Origin: unknown, somewhere in Europe â original song is Latin. Kelly O’Sullivan is the content strategy editor for The Pioneer Woman and manages the website’s social channels, in addition to covering entertainment and lifestyle news. Darlene Love performed this song live every year (except one, due to a writer's strike) from 1986 to 2014 on Late Night with David Letterman. This song was written for the movie The Polar Express and has quickly become a Christmas favorite. âIn dulci jublioâ is another traditional Christmas carol dating back to medieval times. Created: circa 1328 Whether you're trying to shake your Grinch mood on your drive to the office, on the hunt for a sing-along soundtrack while you deck the halls with all your favorite holiday decorating ideas, or baking holiday cookies for your annual Christmas party, you’ll want all the best Christmas songs playing in the background to get you into the spirit of the holidays. Over the years, artists from Perry Como to Bruce Springsteen have covered it, but for many, the Jacksons' 1970 version, which can be found on the "Jackson 5 Christmas Album," is the best. Neale called âGood Christian Men, Rejoice.â, Created: unknown â believed to be around the 13th or 16th century If you're like us, you probably start blasting Christmas music soon as you can—after all, there's no such thing as too soon when it comes to Christmas tunes. By the release of Old Man Gloom's third long-player, Christmas, in late 2004, their fans knew exactly what to expect: violent emotional release through impossibly heavy yet, at the same time, strangely beautiful explosions of post-metalcore firepower, interspersed with the mounting tension brought on by conversely peaceful stretches of ambient/electronic near silence. Lyrics to 'Jolly Old St. Nicholas' by Christmas Song: Jolly old St. Nicholas, Lean your ear this way! The oldest known written copy of the song appears in the Moosburg Gradual of 1360. Over the years, the song has been recorded by several famous singers including Burl Ives, Harry Belafonte, Johnny Cash, and Garth Brooks. The most popular English version of the song was written in 1841, âResonet in laudibusâ is a traditional Christmas carol from 14, he song’s exact origins are unknown, but Heinrich Seuse is typically credited as the song’s author, The song may have been inspired by the Book of Isiah chapter 1 verse 3, The song, which is actually a Christian hymn, was written by Roman Christian poet Aurelius Prudentius, Jesus Refulsit Omnium is often cited as the oldest known Christmas song in the world, Christmas celebration took place in 336 AD, 8 Oldest Monotheistic Religions in The World, 9 Oldest Copies of the Torah in the World, 10 Oldest Protected Areas in the United States, 10 Oldest Avengers in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Do You Know How to Hang Christmas Lights? Not much is known about the song other than the fact that it originated in France. When you're putting together your ultimate Christmas playlist, make sure to include the most popular Christmas songs of all time, from old-school original hits like "White Christmas" (so nostalgic!) "This Christmas" is a song by American soul musician Donny Hathaway released in 1970 by Atco Records. Joel isn't just any lump of coal, he's Santa's favorite, and in this song, we follow the two on their journey to bring all the kids toys on Christmas Eve. Country Living editors select each product featured. "Blue Christmas" is a Christmas song written by Billy Hayes and Jay W. Johnson and most famously performed by Elvis Presley; it was first recorded by Doye O'Dell in 1948. 1. Your email address will not be published. For three years Tarraconensis ( modern-day Northern Spain ) the British supergroup Aid. A rock Christmas favorite originally written in Latin by St. Hilary as the song after old man christmas song! 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