He first appeared on the local scene as the Host & Singer of a Television show called "9 Teeners" of ABS-CBN in 1966. His first single Afterglow was released in 1967 and became popular in the Philippines even though foreign songs dominated the airlanes. His first long playing album "Deep in My Heart" was issued in 1969. In 1973 he represented the Philippines in the World Popular Song Festival in Tokyo with his song "Can We Just Stop and Talk A While". From 1970 to 1975, he composed more than 20 theme songs for movies, some of which earned for him several nominations at the Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences Award. He also wrote several well-loved commercial jingles among which is the Philippine Air Lines "Love at Thirty Thousand Feet" and the ALASKA Milk jingle. Between 1974 and 1975 he was the Star of a series of Television Network Specials spotlighting his words and music. In 1975 he moved to the United States for his sugar business and remained there for 11 years. Coming back in 1986, UNIVERSAL Records released a compilation of his hits along with a brand new composition "Tell Me Your Name" which re-introduced him to a younger audience. In 1989, his album "Constant Change" not only was named Album of the Year by the Awit Awards,the local equivalent of the American Grammy Awards, but it also achieved unprecedented status for having reached the Diamond Record in terms of sales, or 10 TIMES Platinum. It also sold in other Asian countries such as Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. Its carrier single "Beautiful Girl" was a regional hit and covered by Asian stars like Aaron Kwok. Other artists in the region that recorded his songs were Paula Tsui (Hong Kong) Sally Yee (Hong Kong) Tomomi Akimoto (Japan) Sandy Lam(Hong Kong) Kamahl (Australia) and Yasuo T. (Japan). In 1990 his Christmas album "Christmas In Our Hearts" was released. It reached triple platinum status that same year, eventually becoming the unprecedented holder of the Double Diamond Record Award equivalent to 20 TIMES Platinum. His 2003 album "A Heart's Journey" won ALBUM OF THE YEAR in the AWIT AWARDS. In 2005 he was commissioned to write "We're All Just One", the theme song of the 2005 Southeast Asian Games. As a concert performer he has performed at the New York's Carnegie Hall, the Bellagio in Las Vegas, The Show Boat Casino in Atlantic City, The Silver Legacy in Reno, Nevada, Washington D.C., Rhode Island, Cherry Hill New Jersey, Chicago, Virginia, Seattle, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, Los Angeles, Guam, Vancouver, Toronto, London, Zurich, Vienna, Paris, Oslo, Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Seoul, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bandung, Hong Kong, and Jakarta.
He is currently Chairman and CEO of BISCOM Inc. and A.Chan Sugar Corp. and is one of the leaders in the Philippine sugar industry.
A Christmas Carol
Jose Mari Chan Lyrics
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For the time of Christmas is here
Look around about you and see
What a world of wonder
This world can be
Sing a Christmas carol
(Sing a Christmas carol)
Sing a Christmas carol
Sing a Christmas carol like the children do
And enjoy the beauty
All the joy and beauty
That a merry Christmas can bring to you
Sing a song of gladness and cheeer
For the time of Christmas is here
Look around about you and see
What a world of wonder
This world can be
Sing a Christmas carol
(Sing a Christmas carol)
Sing a Christmas carol
(Sing a Christmas carol)
Sing a Christmas carol like the children do
And enjoy the beauty
All the joy and beauty
That a merry Christmas can bring to you
The lyrics of Jose Mari Chan's "A Christmas Carol" express the joy and wonder that the holiday season brings. The song is an invitation to sing and celebrate the spirit of Christmas, reminding us of the beauty and joy that can be found in the world around us.
The first stanza establishes the tone of the song, urging the listener to sing a song of gladness and cheer because Christmas has arrived. The second stanza encourages us to take a moment to look around and appreciate the world's wonder and beauty during this magical time. The song's chorus is an invitation to sing a Christmas carol like the children do, reminding us to be childlike in our celebration, enjoying the beauty of the holiday season's joy and happiness.
By singing a Christmas carol, the song emphasizes the importance of people coming together to celebrate the spirit of Christmas. The song's message is a call for people to open their hearts, share love and happiness with one another and embrace the beauty of the world during the holiday season.
Line by Line Meaning
Sing a song of gladness and cheer
Let's all sing a happy and joyful song.
For the time of Christmas is here
This is the season of Christmas, a time for celebration.
Look around about you and see
Take a moment to observe and appreciate your surroundings.
What a world of wonder
There is so much beauty, magic, and amazement in this world to discover.
This world can be
Our world has the potential to be full of happiness and positivity.
Sing a Christmas carol
Let's join together and sing a traditional Christmas song.
(Sing a Christmas carol)
Repeat after me, sing along!
Sing a Christmas carol like the children do
Sing with the innocent joy and excitement of a child.
And enjoy the beauty
Take pleasure in the loveliness and wonder of this festive occasion.
All the joy and beauty
Experience all of the delight and wonder that Christmas has to offer.
That a merry Christmas can bring to you
May this season of cheer and goodwill make you happy and fill you with warmth.
Writer(s): leslie bricusse
Contributed by Lucy N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ritchiepetemendoza1481
"A Christmas Carol"
(originally from "Scrooge" musical)
Sing a song of gladness and cheer
For the time of Christmas is here
Look around about you and see
What a world of wonder
This world can be
Sing a Christmas carol
(Sing a Christmas carol)
Sing a Christmas carol
(Sing a Christmas carol)
Sing a Christmas carol like the children do
And enjoy the beauty
All the joy and beauty
That a merry Christmas can bring to you
Sing a song of gladness and cheer
For the time of Christmas is here
Look around about you and see
What a world of wonder
This world can be
Sing a Christmas carol
Sing a Christmas carol
Sing a Christmas carol like the children do
And enjoy the beauty
All the joy and beauty
That a merry Christmas can bring to you
Sing a song of gladness and cheer
For the time of Christmas is here
Look around about you and see
What a world of wonder
This world can be
And enjoy the beauty
All the joy and beauty
That a merry Christmas can bring to you
@HappyHits-ue7kp
My favorite singer is Jose Mari Chan, Freddie Aguilar, Gary valenciano, Ariel rivera
@gerichohisoan
Composer: Leslie Bricusse
From the Christmas musical: Scrooge (1970)
@HappyHits-ue7kp
amazing voice. a christmas carol is the best songs of Jose Mari Chan. thanks so much for your voice and I'll support for you 🎤🎤
@seanfrancoobcemane8622
RIP Leslie Bricusse (1931-2021) Very Through The Years Is Music Legend Broadway.
@ljhinacay
this was our piece during Christmas Choral Competition before here in Davao City....we bagged 1st runner-up the Bagong Sibol Chorale Group of Maryknoll High School of Kapalong...that was year 1993.....
@PoklongElectronAerial
Merry Christmas every one from Yumbing City 😇
@francisignacio371
The Ateneo de Manila College Glee Club (Ateneo Glee Club, or ACGC) is a choir based in the Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines. Sila rin yung back up choir ni NONOY ZUNIGA sa album na HANGGANG LANGIT.
@merlefi6162
One of my most favorite Christmas songs!!! September na, kaya ipapatugtog ko ito ng ipapatugtog! :)
@bazprincess
thank you so much for posting jm chan's christmas songs, i can feel the joy of this season by listening to his songs, not just during this time but every time i hear his songs i feel christmas everywhere.
@naotodate3159
Beautiful