White Christmas is an Irving Berlin song reminiscing about an old-fashioned Christmas setting. It was first sung by Bing Crosby in the 1942 musical film Holiday Inn and won the Academy Award for Best Original Song. The version sung by Crosby became the best-selling single worldwide, with estimated sales exceeding 50 million copies.
"White Christmas," written by Irving Berlin in 1942, is one of the best-selling songs of all time. The Drifters' 1950s doo-wop cover introduced a rhythmic swing style and vocal harmonies, diverging from the original's traditional arrangement. This brass quintet version emulates their iconic take, blending swing and straight rhythms for a modern twist.
Irving Berlin's "White Christmas," immortalized by Bing Crosby, evokes nostalgia for idealized holiday scenes and became a cultural icon during WWII.
"White Christmas" is a timeless holiday classic composed by Irving Berlin, first performed in 1942. It remains the world's best-selling single, with over 50 million copies sold across versions.
Irving Berlin's "White Christmas" became one of the most iconic seasonal songs, famously performed by Bing Crosby. It reflects both nostalgic longing and wartime sentiment.
