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How did Ross Bagdasarian Sr. create the iconic high-pitched chipmunk voices for this song? Learn!
"Christmas, Don't Be Late" is the full title of the Chipmunk Christmas song you're referring to. Here are some interesting facts about it:
Release Date: The song was released by The Chipmunks in 1958. It became a massive hit and reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Pop Singles chart.
Creator: The Chipmunks are fictional characters created by Ross Bagdasarian Sr., who is also known by his stage name, David Seville. Bagdasarian not only wrote and produced the song but also provided the voices for the Chipmunks.
Recording Technique: The distinctive high-pitched voices of the Chipmunks were achieved by speeding up the playback of the recording. This technique became known as "The Chipmunk Effect."
Alvin, Simon, and Theodore: The Chipmunks are named Alvin, Simon, and Theodore. Alvin is the mischievous troublemaker, Simon is the intellectual one, and Theodore is the chubby, lovable character.
Grammy Award: "Christmas, Don't Be Late" won three Grammy Awards in 1959, including Best Comedy Performance, Best Children's Recording, and Best Engineered Record, Non-Classical.
Pop Culture Impact: The success of the Chipmunks' Christmas song led to the creation of an animated television series called "The Alvin Show" and later to several animated TV series and movies featuring the Chipmunks.
Timeless Appeal: Despite being released decades ago, the Chipmunk Christmas song remains a holiday classic and is still enjoyed by audiences of all ages during the Christmas season.
These facts highlight the cultural significance and enduring popularity of "Christmas, Don't Be Late" by The Chipmunks.