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"Misc Christmas" is not a specific artist or album, but rather a category that includes various Christmas songs performed by different artists. Here are some interesting facts about Christmas songs in general:
"Jingle Bells" Origin: "Jingle Bells" is one of the most popular Christmas songs, but it was originally written for Thanksgiving, not Christmas. It was composed by James Lord Pierpont in the mid-19th century.
"White Christmas" by Bing Crosby: Bing Crosby's rendition of "White Christmas" is the best-selling single of all time. It has sold over 50 million copies worldwide.
"Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer": The song "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" was created as a marketing gimmick for Montgomery Ward, a department store. It was written by Robert L. May in 1939.
"All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey: Mariah Carey's modern classic, "All I Want for Christmas Is You," was released in 1994 and has become one of the most enduring and popular Christmas songs of all time.
"The Little Drummer Boy": The popular Christmas song "The Little Drummer Boy" was written in 1941 by Katherine Kennicott Davis and was originally titled "Carol of the Drum."
"Feliz Navidad": "Feliz Navidad" is a famous Christmas song by Jose Feliciano that blends English and Spanish lyrics. It has become a beloved multicultural holiday song.
"Carol of the Bells": "Carol of the Bells" is based on a Ukrainian folk chant called "Shchedryk." The song's English lyrics were written by Peter J. Wilhousky in 1936.
"Do They Know It's Christmas?": The charity single "Do They Know It's Christmas?" by Band Aid was released in 1984 to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia. It featured contributions from numerous British musicians.
"Last Christmas" by Wham!: "Last Christmas" by Wham! is known for its catchy melody. Interestingly, the music video was filmed in Switzerland, even though the song has a strong association with Christmas.
"Carol Singing Record": The record for the most people singing Christmas carols together was achieved in 2013 in Wexford, Ireland, with 6,651 participants.
These are just a few fascinating facts about Christmas songs. There's a rich history and a wide variety of songs that contribute to the joyous atmosphere of the holiday season.