“I’ll Be Home for Christmas” is a classic Christmas song that Elvis Presley recorded for his 1957 Christmas album, “Elvis’ Christmas Album.” The song itself was written by Kim Gannon, Walter Kent, and Buck Ram, and it was first recorded by Bing Crosby in 1943 during World War II. The song has since become a holiday standard, evoking feelings of nostalgia and longing for home.
About The Song
In Elvis’s rendition, he delivers a heartfelt and poignant performance. The lyrics express the desire to be home for Christmas, highlighting the emotional connection to family and the warmth of being together during the holiday season. Elvis’s smooth and emotive vocals add a personal touch to the song, capturing the sentiment of those who may be separated from loved ones during Christmas.
“I’ll Be Home for Christmas” is a timeless and sentimental holiday classic, and Elvis’s interpretation remains a cherished part of his Christmas catalog. The song has been covered by numerous artists over the years, but each rendition carries its unique emotional resonance. Elvis Presley’s contribution to the song reflects the universal theme of love, hope, and the importance of being surrounded by loved ones during the festive season.
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I’ll be home for Christmas
You can plan on me
Please have snow and mistletoe
And presents for the treeChristmas Eve will find me
Where the love light leads
I’ll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
(I’ll be home for Christmas)