I still remember shopping with my dad right around Christmas time back when I was a kid at the local TSS (Times Square Store). I seriously couldn’t have been more then 10 years old at the time and CD’s were just becoming the newest way to listen to music. My dad had bought himself a huge stereo system a few months back that had a CD player.
On this day, he was looking for CDs that had some of the best Christmas music known to many of his generation. See he grew up and was a teen in the mid 1960s.
The first CD was by Phil Spector (yes that Phil Spector), but back then Phil Spector was married to Ronnie Spector of The Ronettes fame. This CD was a newer version of the record album my dad owned with all the best of Phil Spector’s artists from back in 1963.
I listened to this whole CD with my dad that year and many years after, but this first year was so special to me, because it was all new to me and yet just loved the music so very much. I tried to picture that time period and my dad as a teen during Christmas of 1963 and just felt so special to share this with my dad.
I had a few favorite songs on this CD. And would love to share them with you here today!
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Marshmallow World by the Darlene Love
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Parade of the Wooden Soldiers by The Crystals
And my all time favorite:
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Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) by Darlene Love
And of course my dad never just bought one CD at a time and also bought another one of his all time favorites that day and as right as rain also become an all time favorite to me, too. The second CD that still holds a special place in my heart is by the Beach Boys. This was of course The Beach Boys Christmas Album.
Which had four songs on this CD that I could truly listen to over and over at Christmas time still and not get tired of.
These songs are as follows:
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Little Saint Nick
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The Man with All the Toys
- Santa’s Beard
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Merry Christmas Baby
I must admit I hear any one of these Christmas songs above and I am transported back to Christmas time with my parents as a kid. Still have such great memories and recently I added one more to my list of Christmas song loves, but this was more an adult song not that of my childhood.
See, I have a huge love of Michael Buble and his singing abilities. And about 2 years ago, I truly fell in love with his Christmas Album titled aptly, “Christmas”.
My all time favorite song by Michael Buble on this album is his cover of Ave Maria. Not only is it a beautiful Christmas song, but was my grandmother’s favorite church hymn, which she even asked me to have playing at my wedding mass (I totally did for her by the way).
I heard this version originally, thought of her and felt so at peace. So now it is a must on my Christmas music listening each year, too.
So, without further ado, here is Ave Maria and hoping you enjoy my Christmas music picks, which I am also linking up today over with Jen Kehl over at Twisted Mixtape here.
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Ave Maria
Now that I shared some of my favorite Christmas songs, feel free to tell me some of yours, too!
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massholemommy says
I am a Christmas music junkie, so I love all the songs you have here. I would say The Ronettes version of Sleigh Ride might just be my favorite, though.
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Janine Huldie says
Total Christmas Music junkie and that was why when I remembered about Jen's linkup last night, I totally had to share this and wrote it on the spot. And Sleigh Ride by The Ronettes is great song and can't disagree with you on that!! π
@Mrs_KarenC says
I had a great CD for kids christmas songs that my mom gave me…can't find it and it stinks. I need to see if I can find it online.
LOVE xmas songs…so much fun to listen to and sing along with.
Janine Huldie says
Totally hope you can find that CD and I know so much fun listening to Christmas music. Seriously, I just can't get enough at this time of the year!! π
Linda Roy says
Ah…classics – all! This list requires a roaring fire and a nice glass of either hot cocoa or chardonnay, a warm blanket and a significant other. Perfect.
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Janine Huldie says
I like the way you think and seriously may need to do this one later on tonight now!! π
tiffanigoff says
I think I better buy that Michael Buble Christmas CD, I love his music. My grandmother's favorite song was Ave Maria, also. xox tiffani
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Janine Huldie says
The Michael Buble CD is awesome Tiffani and if you buy it, let me know what you think, because truly one of my favorites this time of the year and love that Ave Maria was one of your grandmother's favorites, too π
day-with-kt.com says
What a super fun post!!! I had never heard any of the first songs but love that lost one by Darlene Love. I do remember the Beach Boys Christmas CD – now I think I need to head over to iTunes.
And – Michael Buble is awesome!!
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Janine Huldie says
Kim, if it weren't for my father not sure I would have known all of these, but happy I do and have such great memories for sure. And totally agree about Michael Buble!! π
Niki (Glossy Blonde) says
I love them alllll! Especially Michael Buble! Yay so fun!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks so much Niki for stopping by and seriously so glad I am not the only one who loves these songs and especially Michael Buble!! π
Sue says
I love the Beach Boys. I had tons of their stuff unfortunately on cassettes that are not good anymore. I would love these on CD's π
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Janine Huldie says
Same here about the Beach Boys and will say I know they carry this one on iTunes and must also on Amazon. Hope you get a copy soon!! π
Billybuc says
Number one on my list is White Christmas….number two is Mary Did You Know…..I just wish Christmas music didn't start at Thanksgiving. π Have a great day.
Janine Huldie says
Two great songs and I am with you on the music starting too early, but now that it is December, I am truly loving my Christmas music once again!! Have a wonderful day once again, Bill!! π
eddy says
What a beautiful post Janine. I have Michael Bubble singing I am writing here. As you know I enjoy all your posts but this one has to be my favourite.
Lots of love to you my dear friend.
Eddy.
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Eddy and I actually have him playing as I am catching up here a bit. So love that we are doing the same thing right now! Love and wishing you a great rest of the day now, too!! π
The Dose of Reality says
That Darlene Love song is one of MY FAVORITE Christmas songs!! Great choice! I am going to check out some of these others! :)-Ashley
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Janine Huldie says
Thanks Ashley and I just love that Darlene Love song, too and hope you enjoy the rest on my list, as well now!! π
dianeroark says
Janine,
I am a huge Michael Buble fan. I have this Christmas CD my oldest daughter who is 22 just about wore it out last year. We also have a lot of his other CD's. They are all great!! I hope he does his Christmas special on TV like he has the past 2 years.
Great Post!
Blessings,
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Janine Huldie says
I truly hope Michael Buble does his special again this year, too and so glad you and your daughter (too) love him! Thanks for sharing and hoping you are having a great day, too!! π
Rosey says
You've got so many good ones here!! I Love a ton of these! Christmas music is awesome. π
Janine Huldie says
Thanks so much rosy and I know Christmas music is totally awesome. Couldn't agree more!! π
Emmy says
Hi from Totally Posted Tuesday! And I LOVE playlists. Especially Michel Buble and The Beach Boys. So great!
Janine Huldie says
Thank you Emmy for stopping by and I know I too love playlists and was so happy to share this one!! π
tinarobmorley says
I have a Celine Dion Christmas album, a Josh Groban one, and an Il Divo one too, but not a Michael Buble one. That will be next on my Christmas wish list. π Thanks for sharing!
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Janine Huldie says
Totally my pleasure in sharing Tina and I don't have the ones you listed and may have to take a look at a few of those now myself, too!! π
Lanaya says
Because I never celebrated Christmas as a kid I don't know the songs all that well. But I'm trying to make sure that Reagan and I learn them this year! I love Christmas songs .. until they get played over and over and over and then I want to shoot myself!
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Janine Huldie says
I know there will so come a point when I get tired of the Christmas music, but right now it is all new and fresh to me again, because I just started playing them again for this year!! π
tamaralikecamera says
I'm getting so many flashbacks from my childhood! I suppose many are from when my parents (or grandparents???) were kids but I grew up with the classic Christmas songs too. I love this week's mix tape theme!
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Janine Huldie says
I know so am I now and was actually just talking to mom about this recently. I love remembering all the good times and will say this week's mix tape truly brought back such good moments back to me!! π
Dream says
I was listening to the Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) searching my brain to remember where else I'd heard it. While I do enjoy the original, I love the U2 cover. Very nice list.
Janine Huldie says
U2's cover of this is pretty good too and definitely do enjoy listening to it, as well. Thanks so muh for sharing and stopping by today!! π
lizzy allan says
What a fun post! I hadn't actually ever heard lots of these songs before. They've got me into the Christmas spirit … now I'm off to do some online Chrissy shopping π
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Janine Huldie says
Have fun Christmas shopping Lizzy and happy I put you in the mood!! π
jenkehl says
Oh my goodness Janine! I couldn't have asked for better! I love all of these songs, and love the glimpse inside your past. Michael Buble really is amazing isn't he? He just has a way of creeping into your heart. I really love you for playing this week, thank you so much!!
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dishofdailylife says
I don't think I will ever get tired of the Beach Boys either!
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Janine Huldie says
Me neither Michelle and will say I could listen to them over and over. Glad it isn't just me!! π
Michelle Liew says
Just love that Buble number, J9! All the others brought back memories too! Thanks for the little trip down memory lane!
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Janine Huldie says
Truly my pleasure Michelle and just so happy to be able to take you on a bit of a trip down memory lane with this one!! π
MrsTee says
What great picks! I LOVE Michael Buble! I fell in love with his sound last year…him and Harry Connick Jr. remind me of the good old school type Christmas music (Bing Crosby types)…
Janine Huldie says
I totally agree that Michael Buble and Harry Connick Jr do definitely remind me of the old timers like Bing Crosby. And just so happy to share threes with all!! π
Christy Birmingham says
Awww, I like Michael Buble too! He actually grew up my cousin which is pretty cool π Hugs to you, J!!
Janine Huldie says
That is truly awesome that he grew up with your cousin. He is actually playing locally on my wedding anniversary next year, but my husband is not really a fan. But just thought it was funny he was playing on that date here π
writingpaddad says
You crack me up, Janine! I remember mix tapes! I grew up listening to Perry Como singing Christmas songs and have recently downloaded his Christmas albums on iTunes. We love Michael Buble's Christmas CD in this house too. In fact, I can hear him in the background as I am typing this. I would add that I love Linda Eder's Christmas CD. WOW, what a voice!
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Janine Huldie says
Justin, I felt old as first admitting it, but seriously such great memories from all of these songs. And by the way, I have been writing and catching up on the computer the last few days indeed listening to Michael Buble's Christmas! π
pfchico says
I loooove Christmas songs. This is a great list. I am visiting from the blog hop. Please hop on over & say hi. Your children are absolutely adorable by the way.
Janine Huldie says
Thank you for stopping by and visiting me today. You never left a link to your blog and would definitely love visiting you back. Please drop me that information if you can π
pfchico says
Thanks for writing back & asking for my link. Here it is.. thepinterestedparent.wordpress.com
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Janine Huldie says
My pleasure and heading over to you now!! π
Stephanie says
I love the story behind the songs you chose…what great memories. And Ave Maria – one of my favorite songs, which we also had played at our wedding. It was a must-have!
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Janine Huldie says
Thanks Stephanie and truly a must have with Ave Maria and happy to hear you had it playing at your wedding, too. And also very happy to share my memories here with all!! π
Leah says
I love the beach boys!!! I can always listen to them!
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Janine Huldie says
Same here Leah and can never get enough of the Beach Boys!! π
Nellie says
You have got some great choices for christmas music here Janine!! I love Michael Buble!
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Janine Huldie says
I love Michael Buble too Nellie and just so happy to share my favorites here with you!! π
Karly KIm says
Yay, mix tapes and Christmas songs π !!
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Janine Huldie says
Thanks Karly and I love Christmas mix tapes a ton. So my pleasure sharing!! π
cgacad says
yes, the beach boys are so soothing. perfect for a winter's night!
Janine Huldie says
Totally agree Catherine and thanks as always!! π
Susan says
I confess: I have a thing for Herb Albert and the Tijajana Brass Band's Christmas album. At least one song from there belongs on your mix tape. π
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Janine Huldie says
Susan, I think you may be right and might have to look into this now!! π
gigigirl says
Thanks for sharing and bringing such wonderful music to the holidays season for us. Love…..
Janine Huldie says
Totally my pleasure Aunt Gloria and love to you, too!! π xoxo!
Rachel G says
Those are some very lovely songs!! I was only introduced to Michael Buble's music a year or two ago, but he can really sing!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks so much Rachel and I know couldn't agree more about Michael Buble!! π
Brittnei Washington says
Aw! Christmas music is so signature of that time of year. We love listening to old songs from people like Nat King Cole and the typical Christmas movies. Thanks for sharing with us at Countdown in Style! Don't forget to stop by to see if you are featured on Friday! xo
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Janine Huldie says
Totally my pleasure in sharing and love Christmas music so this one was so much fun to write and share, too!! π
katherines corner says
I grew up in the 60's too and love these songs . I have been listening to Michael Buble's cd since Thanksgiving:-) He makes me swoon…Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop. ♥
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Janine Huldie says
My pleasure sharing and so glad we have these awesome artists in common. Thanks as always for hosting again, Katie!! π
spiritedlife says
Love the post and the songs. The part that sucks most is that I hate spending money on CDs and DVDs, so I don't because Pandora does it all for me. But it means that these memories don't happen. π
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Janine Huldie says
Totally my pleasure in linking up and Kevin uses Pandora, but I still can't resist iTunes!! π