Elvis Presley, the iconic King of Rock and Roll, had a remarkable ability to infuse his charismatic voice into any genre.
His rendition of the Christmas classic “Merry Christmas Baby” is a testament to his versatility and the embodiment of holiday cheer.
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Released during a time when Elvis was already a music legend, this track showcases his distinctive blend of rock, blues, and soul.
Let’s unwrap the magic of “Merry Christmas Baby” and explore how Elvis made this holiday favorite uniquely his own.
Did You Know?
- “Merry Christmas Baby” is originally a rhythm and blues Christmas song written by Johnny Moore and Lou Baxter and first recorded by Johnny Moore’s Three Blazers in 1947.
- Elvis Presley’s rendition of “Merry Christmas Baby” was featured on his 1957 Christmas album, “Elvis’ Christmas Album,” which became one of the best-selling Christmas albums in history.
- Elvis’s version brings a rock and blues flavor to the holiday season, making it a standout track that captures both the festive spirit and his signature sound.
“Merry Christmas Baby”
Sure did treat me nice
I said merry Christmas, baby
Sure did treat me niceGave me diamond rings for Christmas
Now I’m living in paradiseWell, I’m feeling mighty fine
Got good music on my radio
Well, I’m feeling mighty fine
Got good music on my radioWell, I want to kiss you, baby
While you’re standing ‘neath the mistletoe
I said, merry, merry, merry, merry Christmas, baby
You sure did treat me nice, yes, you did
Yes, you did, yes, you did, yes, you did
I said merry, merry Christmas baby
Sure did treat me nice
Gave me a diamond ring for Christmas
Now I’m living in paradise
I said, merry, merry, merry Christmas, baby
You sure did treat me nice
I said, merry, merry Christmas, baby
Girl, you sure did treat me nice
Gave me a diamond ring for Christmas
Now I’m puttin’ it through Al’s mike
Well, I’m feeling mighty fine
Got good music on my radio
Well, I’m feeling mighty fine
Got good music on my radio
Well, I want to kiss you, baby
While you’re standing ‘neath the mistletoe
Well, I’m feeling mighty fine
Got good music on my, on my radio
Well, I’m feeling mighty fine
Got good music on my radio
Well, I want to kiss you, baby
Underneath your mistletoe
I said merry Christmas, baby
Girl, you sure did treat me nice
I said, merry, merry Christmas, baby
Girl, you sure did treat me nice