CHRISTMAS MUSIC! Who doesn't love Christmas music during the holidays? It's so festive and pretty and sets the mood for what the holidays should be. And the best thing is that, at least in my experience, is that I can listen to it all season and not get tired of it, because there are so many different versions of songs. And, who could forget? "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear" --Buddy the Elf
There are a few that are classics, like Rudolph the Red Nosed Reigndeer and Jingle Bells. I have loved these since I was a kid, and get so excited to sing along to them. There are also ones like Drummer Boy and Away in a Manger, that are more true to the Christmas story, and bore biblical. These are beautiful too. I hear carolers singing these and I have to stop and listen, whether I'm in the grocery store, the mall, or out in the street. I feel compelled to appreciate what they are doing by spreadin Christmas cheer. No, I'll admit, I'm not a religious person, but remembering the true meaning of Christmas is important to me.
There are a few songs, however, that I don't quite like called Christmas music. I think they are more love songs that want to be Christmas music. These are songs like "Last Christmas" and "All I Want For Christmas Is You." The only thing really festive about them is the music behind it that might have jingle bells and twinkly sounding instruments, and the word Christmas. Yes, I do still appreciate these, but that's not what I choose to listen to all the time.
I love hearing the same song over and over, but listening to different artists' versions of it. Every time, it sounds like a different song. Some are better than otbers, but it's still fun to hear. Some of it is slow and calm, and super peaceful. Others make songs be really upbeat and fast and make you want to dance. I like this mix, because I get something different every time. I also like hearing older Christmas music, versions from the 50's. These are just odd and unique and different from what I hear the rest of the year.
Christmas music is what makes me jolly. There isn't anything better that driving around town, Christmas music playing, Santa hat on, buying presents for friends and family. Donating toys to Toys for Tots, or an angel tree, spreading joy to everyone around me. So this year, channel your inner Elf, and remember, "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing lobs for all to hear." Santa's sleigh will appreciate it!