“Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” by Darlene Love

Introduction

“Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” is a quintessential holiday song performed by the celebrated singer Darlene Love. Known for its infectious energy and heartfelt plea, the song has become a staple of Christmas music. Love’s powerful vocals, combined with the song’s emotional lyrics and upbeat arrangement, capture the essence of longing and festive cheer, making it a beloved favorite during the holiday season.

“Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” by Darlene Love Lyrics

Lyrics

The snow’s coming down
(Christmas) I’m watching it fall
(Christmas) Lots of people around
(Christmas) Baby, please come home

The church bells in town
(Christmas) All ringing in song
(Christmas) Full of happy sounds
(Christmas) Baby, please come home

They’re singing “Deck The Halls”
But it’s not like Christmas at all
‘Cause I remember when you were here
And all the fun we had last year

Pretty lights on the tree
(Christmas) I’m watching them shine
(Christmas) You should be here with me
(Christmas) Baby, please come home

They’re singing “Deck The Halls”
But it’s not like Christmas at all
‘Cause I remember when you were here
And all the fun we had last year

If there was a way
(Christmas) I’d hold back this tear
(Christmas) But it’s Christmas day
(Please) Please (please), please
(Please) Please (please), please
(Please) Please (please), please
(Please) Baby, please come home

Baby, please come home
(Christmas) Baby, please come home
(Christmas) Baby, please come home
(Christmas) Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
(Christmas) I need you, I need you
(Christmas) Please come home

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History

Originally released in 1963, “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” was written by Ellie Greenwich, Jeff Barry, and Phil Spector, who also produced the track. It was featured on the compilation album A Christmas Gift for You from Phil Spector, which is renowned for its influence on holiday music. The album showcased Spector’s signature “Wall of Sound” production style, creating a rich and dynamic sound that perfectly complemented Darlene Love’s passionate performance.

Despite its initial release, the song did not achieve major commercial success at the time. However, its enduring quality and appeal led to its revival in popularity over the years. Love’s annual performances of the song on “The Late Show with David Letterman” starting in 1986 helped reintroduce it to new audiences and solidified its status as a Christmas classic. Her performances on the show became a cherished holiday tradition, further embedding the song into the fabric of Christmas music.

Conclusion

“Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” by Darlene Love is more than just a holiday song; it is an enduring symbol of the Christmas spirit. Its blend of heartfelt lyrics and dynamic production captures the emotional depth and joy of the season. Darlene Love’s passionate rendition continues to resonate with listeners, ensuring that the song remains a cherished part of holiday celebrations and a testament to the lasting power of classic Christmas music.