Christmas Island
Ella Fitzgerald · Other Songs - Ella Fitzgerald
Let's get away from snow
Let's make a break some Christmas, dear
I know the place to go
How'd ya like to spend Christmas on Christmas Island?
How'd ya like to spend the holiday away across the sea?
How'd ya like to spend Christmas on Christmas Island?
How'd ya like to hang a stocking on a great big coconut tree?
How'd ya like to stay up late, like the islanders do?
Wait for Santa to sail in with your presents in a canoe
If you ever spend Christmas on Christmas Island
You will never stray for everyday your Christmas dreams come true
How'd ya like to stay up late like the islanders do?
Wait for Santa to sail in with your presents in a canoe
If you ever spend Christmas on Christmas Island
You will never stray, for everyday your Christmas dreams come true
On Christmas Island your dreams come true
Christmas Island
Ella Fitzgerald's rendition of "Christmas Island" captures the warmth and elegance that defined her extensive discography. As a cornerstone of the vocal jazz tradition, Fitzgerald possessed an unparalleled ability to imbue standard material with fresh emotional resonance. This recording showcases her signature clarity and rhythmic precision, hallmarks that cemented her status as the First Lady of Song. The track reflects her mastery of the Great American Songbook, demonstrating how she could elevate a composition through subtle phrasing and impeccable tone. While often associated with holiday themes, Fitzgerald's approach to such material remained grounded in sophisticated swing and timeless artistry. This performance stands as a testament to her enduring influence on vocal jazz, offering listeners a glimpse into the refined craftsmanship that characterized her celebrated career.