Introduction
“Happy Holidays” is a festive and cheerful Christmas song that has become synonymous with the holiday season. Andy Williams, a legendary American singer, brought this song to life with his warm and engaging voice, making it a beloved classic. Williams’ rendition of “Happy Holidays” is a staple in holiday music playlists, capturing the joyful spirit and celebratory atmosphere of Christmas.
Happy Holidays by Andy Williams Lyrics
Happy holiday (happy holiday)
Happy holiday (happy holiday)
While the merry bells keep ringing
Happy holiday to you (happy holiday)
(Happy holiday)
It’s the holiday season
And Santa Claus is coming ’round
The Christmas snow is white on the ground
When old Santa gets into town
He’ll be coming down the chimney, down
(He’ll be coming down the chimney, down)
It’s the holiday season
And Santa Claus has got a toy
For every good girl and good little boy
Santa’s a great big bundle of joy
When he’s coming down the chimney, down
(When he’s coming down the chimney, down)
He’ll have a big fat pack upon his back
And lots of goodies for you and for me
So leave a peppermint stick for old St. Nick
Hanging on the Christmas tree
It’s the holiday season (the holiday season)
So hoop-de-do and dickory dock
And don’t forget to hang up your sock
‘Cause just exactly at twelve o’clock
He’ll be coming down the chimney, down
(He’ll be coming down the chimney, down)
He’ll have a big fat pack upon his back
And lots of goodies for you and for me
So leave a peppermint stick for old St. Nick
Hanging on the Christmas tree
It’s the holiday season (the holiday season)
So hoop-de-do and dickory dock
And don’t forget to hang up your sock
‘Cause just exactly at twelve o’clock
He’ll be coming down the chimney
Coming down the chimney
Coming down the chimney, down
Happy holiday
(Happy holiday) Happy holiday
While the merry bells keep ringing
Happy holiday to you
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History
“Happy Holidays” was originally written by Irving Berlin and was first introduced in the 1942 film Holiday Inn, where it was performed by Bing Crosby. The song quickly became popular, with its catchy melody and upbeat lyrics embodying the excitement of the holiday season. Andy Williams recorded his version of the song for his 1963 Christmas album, The Andy Williams Christmas Album, which has since become one of the most iconic holiday albums of all time.
Williams’ smooth and charismatic vocal style perfectly complemented the song’s lively tone, and his rendition quickly became a holiday favorite. Over the years, “Happy Holidays” has been covered by numerous artists, but Andy Williams’ version remains one of the most enduring and widely recognized. The song is often associated with his holiday television specials, where Williams would perform it with his signature charm, further cementing its place in Christmas music history.
Conclusion
“Happy Holidays” by Andy Williams is more than just a Christmas song; it’s a timeless celebration of the joy and warmth of the holiday season. Williams’ version has become a defining feature of Christmas music, bringing a sense of nostalgia and happiness to listeners around the world. As the holiday season approaches, “Happy Holidays” continues to be a cherished anthem, spreading cheer and reminding everyone of the festive spirit that makes this time of year so special.
