Silver Bells

Dean Martin · My Kind Of Christmas (2011 Version) [2011]

(Jay Livingston - Ray Evans)



City sidewalks, busy sidewalks

Dressed in holiday style

In the air there's a feeling of Christmas

Children laughing, people passing

Meeting smile after smile

And on every street corner you hear.



Silver bells, silver bells

It's Christmas time in the city

Ring-a-ling, hear them ring

Soon it'll be Christmas day.



(Strings of street lights even stop lights

Blink a bright red and green)

As the shoppers rush home with their treasures

(Hear the snow crush see the kids bunch

This is Santa's big scene)

And above all this bustle you hear.



Silver bells, silver bells

It's Christmas time in the city

Ring-a-ling, hear them ring

Soon it'll be Christmas day.



(Silver bells, silver bells, silver, silver bells...)

About Silver Bells

Dean Martin's "Silver Bells" stands as a definitive holiday recording, blending his signature smooth crooner style with the traditional carol melody. Released on the 2011 version of *My Kind Of Christmas*, this track exemplifies his ability to transform familiar folk songs into sophisticated pop standards. The recording captures the warmth and charm that made Martin a beloved figure in American music, particularly during the festive season. While the song has been covered by numerous artists over the decades, Martin's rendition remains a staple in holiday playlists and collections. It reflects the era of mid-to-late 20th-century pop music where vocal elegance and polished production were paramount. The track continues to resonate with audiences who appreciate the classic sound of the Reprise Records catalog, offering a timeless interpretation of a beloved seasonal tune.