The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You)
Ray Conniff · Songs For Christmas [2010]
It is the celebration of the birth of the Christ child!
This we will never forget!
Oh, this we will never forget!
But there are other little things too!
Yes, there are other little things too!
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire,
Jack Frost nipping at your nose,
Yuletide carols being sung by a choir
And folks dressed up like eskimos.
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
Help to make the season bright.
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow
Will find it hard to sleep tonight.
They know that Santa's on his way
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
And every mother's child is gonna spy
To see if reindeer really know how to fly.
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
To kids from one to ninety-two
Although its been said many times, many ways:
Merry Christmas! Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas to you! Merry Christmas to you!
To you!
Merry Christmas everybody and a Happy New Year!
To you!
The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You)
Ray Conniff's rendition of "The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You)" stands as a quintessential example of his signature orchestral pop style. Known for his lush arrangements and the distinctive sound of the Conniff Singers, Conniff transformed this classic holiday standard into a warm, sophisticated recording that emphasizes vocal harmony and instrumental texture. The track appears on the compilation *Songs For Christmas [2010]*, showcasing his enduring ability to reinterpret beloved material with elegance. Conniff's approach to this piece avoids excessive ornamentation, instead focusing on the song's inherent charm and nostalgic atmosphere. This recording reflects his broader discography, which often blended jazz, pop, and easy listening elements to create accessible yet musically rich works. The performance remains a staple of holiday playlists, demonstrating Conniff's lasting influence on the genre of vocal jazz and orchestral pop music.