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We Need a Little Christmas

Andy Williams · 1995

44 min · 12 tracks · country · jazz · easy listening

A comforting collection of holiday classics delivered with Andy Williams' warm, smooth vocals and timeless arrangements.

Why listen to this

Best for
warm holiday nostalgia steady pacing for gatherings sing-along favorites for families
Context
By the time 'We Need a Little Christmas' was released in 1995, Andy Williams was well into his career, having established himself as a beloved entertainer since the late 1950s. This album marked his return to seasonal music, following a series of successful Christmas albums in previous decades, reinforcing his status as a quintessential voice of holiday cheer.
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country, jazz, easy listening

We Need a Little Christmas is an album by Andy Williams, released in 1995. A comforting collection of holiday classics delivered with Andy Williams' warm, smooth vocals and timeless arrangements. This album is significant for its blend of traditional carols and contemporary Christmas songs, showcasing Williams' enduring appeal during the holiday season. It features tracks that have become staples in holiday playlists, contributing to Williams’ legacy in Christmas music and ensuring his presence on the charts each festive season. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does We Need a Little Christmas sound like?

A comforting collection of holiday classics delivered with Andy Williams' warm, smooth vocals and timeless arrangements. Rooted in country and jazz.

What makes We Need a Little Christmas by Andy Williams notable?

This album is significant for its blend of traditional carols and contemporary Christmas songs, showcasing Williams' enduring appeal during the holiday season. It features tracks that have become staples in holiday playlists, contributing to Williams’ legacy in Christmas music and ensuring his presence on the charts each festive season. By the time 'We Need a Little Christmas' was released in 1995, Andy Williams was well into his career, having established himself as a beloved entertainer since the late 1950s. This album marked his return to seasonal music, following a series of successful Christmas albums in previous decades, reinforcing his status as a quintessential voice of holiday cheer.

Who is We Need a Little Christmas for?

We Need a Little Christmas works well if you're into warm holiday nostalgia, steady pacing for gatherings and sing-along favorites for families.

How many songs are on We Need a Little Christmas?

We Need a Little Christmas has 12 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·44:51

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

  • 1 Mary's Little Boy Child 4:13
  • 2 I'll Be Home for Christmas Standout 3:21
  • 3 Up on the Housetop 3:08
  • 4 Away in a Manger 3:01
  • 5 We Need a Little Christmas 3:32
  • 6 Angel Medley 4:40
  • 7 The Christmas Song Standout 4:02
  • 8 It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Standout 3:34
  • 9 Jolly Old St. Nicholas 2:33
  • 10 I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day 3:08
  • 11 What Child Is This 4:09
  • 12 Silent Night 5:27

Release Date

June 19, 1995

Genre

easy listening, jazz

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

44 min 51 sec