Sleigh Ride In July
Bing Crosby · Other Songs - Bing Crosby
Let's look at the snow
We're riding in a wonderland of snow
Giddy-yap giddy-yap giddy-yap it's grand
Just holding your hand
(We're gliding along with the song of a wintry fairy land)
Our cheeks are nice and rosy
And comfy cozy are we
We're snuggled up together
Like two birds of a feather would be
Let's take the road before us
And sing a chorus or two
Come on, it's lovely weather
For a sleigh ride together with you
(There's a birthday party at the home of farmer Gray)
(It'll be the perfect ending of a perfect day)
We'll be singing the songs
We love to sing without a single stop
At the fireplace while we watch the chestnuts
(Pop, pop, pop, pop)
There's a happy feeling
Nothing in the world can buy
When they pass around the coffee
And the pumpkin pie
It'll nearly be like a picture print
By Currier and Ives
These wonderful things are the things
We remember all through our lives
Just hear those sleigh bells jingling
Ring ting tingling too
Come on, it's lovely weather
For a sleigh ride together with you
Let's take the road before us
And sing a chorus or two
Come on, it's lovely weather
For a sleigh ride together with you
Whoo, whoo there now
Steady, easy, whoo, everybody out
Sleigh Ride In July
Bing Crosby's 'Sleigh Ride In July' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery in blending traditional Christmas themes with a breezy, summery arrangement. Recorded during the golden era of radio and early television, the track exemplifies Crosby's signature style: a warm, intimate vocal delivery paired with a light, orchestral backdrop that evokes nostalgia rather than winter cold. While the title suggests a holiday setting, the musical composition captures the spirit of carefree summer days, a creative twist that highlighted Crosby's versatility as a performer. The song remains a staple of his discography, showcasing his ability to reinterpret familiar concepts with fresh energy. It reflects the mid-20th-century American musical landscape where vocalists often crafted songs that transcended seasonal boundaries, creating timeless appeal through melody and tone.