The original members were :-
Johnny Moore (b. John Dudley Moore, 20 October 1906, Austin, Texas - d. 6 January 1969, Los Angeles, California)
Charles Brown (b. 13 September 1920, Texas City, Texas – d. 21 January 1999, Oakland, California)
Eddie Williams (b. 12 June 1912, San Augustine, Texas – d. 18 February 1995, Los Angeles)
Johnny Moore (who was not related to the singer with The Drifters) and his younger brother Oscar grew up in Texas and then Phoenix, Arizona, where they both started playing guitar and formed their own string band. In the mid 1930s they relocated to Los Angeles, where Oscar Moore, who had become influenced by Charlie Christian and turned to jazz, joined the King Cole Trio.
Johnny remained devoted to rhythm and blues, his guitar style being considered to be an influence on Chuck Berry. He joined and formed several groups, before forming The Three Blazers with two fellow Texans, bassist Eddie Williams and pianist and singer Charles Brown, who was newly arrived in the city. After the Cole Trio moved from Atlas Records to Capitol in 1943, Oscar suggested to Atlas boss Robert Scherman that he replace them with his brother Johnny’s group. Scherman agreed to record the Blazers if Oscar would play with them, and the recordings were released as by "Oscar Moore with The Three Blazers". Although this upset Johnny, it brought the group some exposure, and in 1945 they had their first hit, backing Ivory Joe Hunter on "Blues At Sunrise".
In 1946, they had greater success with "Drifting Blues", sung by Charles Brown. Although Brown was clearly the group’s star attraction, Johnny Moore refused to allow him his own credit on the records. He also refused to sign an exclusive contract with any label, so that the group’s early records appeared on various labels, particularly Philo, Exclusive and Modern. The group followed up the success of “Drifting Blues” with a number of other big R&B hits, including “Sunny Road” (1946), “New Orleans Blues” (1947) and “Merry Christmas Baby” (1947, but also a hit in 1948 and 49).
In 1948, frustrated by his lack of recognition and financial reward, Charles Brown left the group for a successful solo career. The remaining two Blazers continued with a succession of vocalists, notably Billy Valentine, Mari Jones, Floyd Dixon, and, in the mid-1950s, Frankie Ervin. After the Cole Trio broke up, Oscar Moore also played occasionally as a guest musician with the group. Johnny Moore and his group continued to record occasionally for small labels until the early 1960s
Merry Christmas Baby
Johnny Moore's Three Blazers Lyrics
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Merry Christmas, baby, you really did treat me nice
Gave me a diamond ring for Christmas, now I'm living in paradise
Well, I'm feelin', mighty fine, I got good music on my radio
Well, I feel so fine, I got good music on my radio
Yes, I want to hug and kiss you baby
While you're standing beneath the mistletoe
Left all these pretty presents that you see before me
Merry Christmas baby, you really been good to me.
I will always love you baby
Now I'm happy as I can be
The song "Merry Christmas Baby" by Johnny Moore's Three Blazers feat. Charles Brown is a soulful and romantic Christmas tune about the joy of the holiday season, the warmth of love, and the excitement of receiving gifts. The lyrics express the happiness of the singer as he enjoys the festive ambiance, with good music on the radio, the sight of the beautiful presents received, and the chance of hugging and kissing his beloved baby under the mistletoe. He particularly feels grateful for the diamond ring she got for him, which has made his life feel like paradise.
The song starts with the nostalgia of the Christmas past of the singer, how his baby has always been good to him, and how she has treated him nicely throughout. He then goes on to express his present joy, how Santa has visited him by coming down the chimney, leaving behind pretty presents. The singer's voice is full of passion and soulful melody that blends with a jazzy piano tune and lively drums, creating a festive and romantic atmosphere.
Line by Line Meaning
Merry Christmas, baby, you really did treat me nice
The singer is expressing gratitude towards the listener for treating them nicely during the holiday season
Gave me a diamond ring for Christmas, now I'm living in paradise
The singer received a valuable gift for Christmas and is now living in a state of perfect happiness
Well, I'm feelin', mighty fine, I got good music on my radio
The singer is feeling great while listening to good music on their radio
Yes, I want to hug and kiss you baby, while you're standing beneath the mistletoe
The singer expresses a desire to physically show affection towards the listener while they are under the mistletoe
Santa came down the chimney, 'bout a half past three, left all these pretty presents that you see before me
The singer is referencing the traditional idea of Santa Claus coming down the chimney and leaving presents, emphasizing the abundance of gifts they have received
Merry Christmas baby, you really been good to me.
The singer is reiterating how well the listener has treated them during the holiday season
I will always love you baby, now I'm happy as I can be
The singer says they will always love the listener because of how happy they have made them feel
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lou Baxter, Johnny Dudley Moore
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@brendajeannewyche2294
Charles Brown’s vocals are velvet.❤️😁
@miguelosvaldofloresdomingu8911
Smooth guitar playing!
@ronwalker2353
Superb original
@rrockhard1
J.moore on the guitar..Charles brown on the piano n the mic....🔥
@jimmyhendrixs2799
I think this is the original but the best version of the song
@walterclaven5556
It's The Original 4 Sure
@LS-ti1rz
@Walter Claven Indeed it is!
@calibahi
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merry_Christmas_Baby
This is the coolest Christmas song there ever was! I love the celeste in the intro...really sets the mood.
@hestheMaster
Damn 1947 was a good year for the Christmas blues..
@markherron1407
Happy Birthday to Charles Brown! Go HUG someone today IF they're been vaccinated or not 🚫 Blessings and Hugs 💖💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕!