branched out into music, but that is the opposite of how they began. After first being brought to life in Bagdasarian's 1950s novelty recordings under the name David Seville and the Chipmunks, the characters were an unprecedented success, and the singing Chipmunks and their manager were given life in several animated cartoon series and motion pictures.
The voices of the group were all performed by Bagdasarian, who sped up the playback to create the higher pitched, squeaky voices. This process was not entirely new; Bagdasarian had also used it for a previous novelty song project, "The Witch Doctor", but it was so unusual and well executed it earned the "trio" two Grammy Awards for engineering. Although the characters were fictional, they did release a long line of "real" albums and singles, with "The Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don't Be Late)" becoming a number-one hit single in the United States. After his death in 1972, the voices of the Chipmunks were subsequently recorded by his son, Ross Bagdasarian, Jr., and his wife, Janice Karman, in all subsequent incarnations to date.
White Christmas
Alvin and The Chipmunks Lyrics
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Just like the ones I used to know
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
To hear sleigh bells in the snow
Oh, I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
With every Christmas card I write
May your days be merry and bright
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
With every Christmas card I write
May your days be merry and bright
And may all your Christmases
All your Christmases
May all your Christmases be white
The song 'White Christmas' is a classic holiday song that encapsulates the longing for a happy white Christmas with its nostalgic and emotional lyrics. The opening line 'I'm dreaming of a white Christmas' evokes a sense of longing and wistfulness, as the singer reflects on Christmas memories from their past where they experienced a festive and snowy atmosphere. The use of the metaphor 'treetops glisten' intensifies the idea of Christmas that is bright and joyful, as if the winter scenery is perfectly illuminated with the sparkling lights.
Moreover, the line 'to hear sleigh bells in the snow' emphasizes the innocence and excitement of children at Christmas time, who listen intently for the sound of Santa's sleigh bells. The singer then wishes that everyone has a merry and bright holiday season. The repetition of the line 'May all your Christmases be white' reaffirms this desire and hope for a happy Christmas that is full of snow, love, and warmth.
Overall, the lyrics of the song 'White Christmas' are filled with a sense of nostalgia and longing for a happy holiday. It brings to mind feelings of warmth, light, and joy that are associated with the festive season.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
I long for a snowy Christmas
Just like the ones I used to know
The pleasant memories of the snowy Christmases in the past
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
Tall trees reflecting light on their snowy branches, and cildren keen to hear the sound of the sleigh bells
To hear sleigh bells in the snow
To perceive the wonderful sound of the sleigh bells amidst the white snow
With every Christmas card I write
For all the Christmas cards I write
May your days be merry and bright
Wishing the recipient a happy and joyful time
And may all your Christmases be white
Hoping that all Christmases to come will be snowy and delightful
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: IRVING BERLIN
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