“Holly Jolly Christmas!” “Holly Jolly Christmas” was written by Johnny Marks in 1962 and first recorded by Burl Ives for Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. It later became a beloved holiday classic. 🎄 | Steve Arnold

"Holly Jolly Christmas" Origins and Famous Covers

“A Holly Jolly Christmas” was written in 1962 by Johnny Marks and became widely known through Burl Ives in the television special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Over the years, it has been recorded by artists such as Michael Bublé, Frank Sinatra, and Perry Como, helping it remain a cheerful part of the season. Not really a carol, but one of those songs that instantly lifts the mood and signals that the holidays are here. Hope you enjoy this lighthearted Christmas tune, and wishing you a bright

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