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Merry Christmas, Baby

Rod Stewart · 2012

52 min · 15 tracks · new wave · R&B · blues rock

A warm blend of classic holiday tunes infused with Rod Stewart's distinctive raspy vocals and smooth arrangements.

Why listen to this

Best for
warm, nostalgic holiday vibes for cozy gatherings gentle background ambiance
Context
By the time 'Merry Christmas, Baby' was released in 2012, Rod Stewart was enjoying a resurgence in popularity after his successful album 'Time' earlier that year. This Christmas album followed a series of standards and covers that had characterized his later career, showcasing his ability to reinterpret beloved songs with a contemporary flair.
If you like
new wave, R&B, blues rock

Merry Christmas, Baby is an album by Rod Stewart, released in 2012. A warm blend of classic holiday tunes infused with Rod Stewart's distinctive raspy vocals and smooth arrangements. The album debuted at number 3 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking Stewart's highest-charting holiday album to date. It received positive reviews for its nostalgic yet fresh take on Christmas classics, contributing to the ongoing popularity of holiday music releases by established artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Merry Christmas, Baby sound like?

A warm blend of classic holiday tunes infused with Rod Stewart's distinctive raspy vocals and smooth arrangements. Rooted in new wave and R&B.

What makes Merry Christmas, Baby by Rod Stewart notable?

The album debuted at number 3 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking Stewart's highest-charting holiday album to date. It received positive reviews for its nostalgic yet fresh take on Christmas classics, contributing to the ongoing popularity of holiday music releases by established artists. By the time 'Merry Christmas, Baby' was released in 2012, Rod Stewart was enjoying a resurgence in popularity after his successful album 'Time' earlier that year. This Christmas album followed a series of standards and covers that had characterized his later career, showcasing his ability to reinterpret beloved songs with a contemporary flair.

Who is Merry Christmas, Baby for?

Merry Christmas, Baby works well if you're into warm, nostalgic holiday vibes, for cozy gatherings and gentle background ambiance.

How many songs are on Merry Christmas, Baby?

Merry Christmas, Baby has 15 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·52:44

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Standout 4:31
  • 2 Santa Claus Is Coming to Town Standout 2:47
  • 3 Winter Wonderland 2:26
  • 4 White Christmas 3:49
  • 5 Merry Christmas, Baby 3:53
  • 6 Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! 2:51
  • 7 What Are You Doing New Year's Eve? 3:43
  • 8 Blue Christmas 3:30
  • 9 Red-Suited Super Man 3:11
  • 10 When You Wish Upon a Star 3:47
  • 11 We Three Kings 3:27
  • 12 Silent Night Standout 4:24
  • 13 Auld Lang Syne 3:47
  • 14 Silver Bells 3:25
  • 15 Red-Suited Superman 3:09

Release Date

October 30, 2012

Genre

blues rock, new wave

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

52 min 44 sec