There’s something about Christmas that is all about homecoming, nostalgia, and those timeless tunes we’ve hummed since childhood. And let’s face it, when it comes to Christmas music, Brenda Lee’s “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” is a jewel in the holiday crown.
It’s been 65 years since this classic hit the airwaves, and now, Brenda Lee is bringing us a brand-new music video. That’s right, a fresh visual spin on our old favorite is everything we need to kick off the festive season.
Let’s rewind to November 24, 1958. Brenda Lee was 13 years old when she recorded this track, earning the nickname “Little Miss Dynamite.” However, this song did not become an instant hit. It became a Christmas anthem after returning year after year like the best holiday tradition.
This song’s got it all – rockabilly vibes, a nod to those cozy Christmas dances, and lyrics by Johnny Marks, the guy who gave us ‘Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer’ and ‘A Holly Jolly Christmas.’ It’s like a Christmas card come to life, complete with caroling and mistletoe kisses.
Now, let’s talk about the video clip. Brenda Lee, still vibrant at 78, shows us how to enjoy Christmas. There she is, baking cookies and trimming the Christmas tree, and Santa makes an appearance, too.
And that is not it. We even get cameos from country stars like Tanya Tucker and Trisha Yearwood. In a throwback to her early days, Brenda shared in an interview that she had no idea why Marks chose her for this song.
But we are glad that he did. With Brenda’s raspy voice, this track has become a staple of Christmas, selling over 25 million copies globally. There is also a scene in Home Alone with the little Kevin outsmarting the burglars. It wouldn’t be the same without this song playing in the background.
This tune is a Christmas ambassador, featuring in everything from “Last Christmas” to “Jingle All the Way.” So, here’s the thing. This video clip isn’t just a throwback; it’s a bridge connecting generations. It’s Brenda Lee, in her element, reminding us why this song rocks our Christmas year after year.
Share this video with friends and family because, in these few minutes, you’ll find a piece of Christmas that never grows old. It’s a timeless classic, a festive gem that brings back the warmest memories and creates new ones, wrapped in the season’s joy.
