The term Various Artists is used in the record industry when numerous singers and musicians collaborate on a song or collection of songs. Most often on Last.fm, compilation album tracks appear under the name of Various Artists erroneously because the individual artist is not listed in the album's ID3 information.
Compilation albums, for example.
Sometimes, single releases may be credited to Various Artists when their profits are going to charity and, usually in high-profile cases, are sometimes known by a group name. Examples include Band Aid with their releases of Do They Know It's Christmas? and USA for Africa with We Are The World.
Various Artists is also an actual performance name for Torsten Pröfrock, who runs the German DIN label. Torsten performs also as Dynamo, Erosion, Resilent, Traktor besides some others. He's a good friend of Robert Henke and since the Fall of 2004, he is a member of Monolake.
Various Artists was also a short-lived Bristol punk band formed by brothers Jonjo and Robin Key (originally from Birmingham). Other members were also simultaneously in Art Objects who went on to become The Blue Aeroplanes, the latter the Key brothers also co-wrote some songs and were involved in. When Various Artists imploded, the Key brothers went on to form Either / Or.
Various Artists also appear on tracks from musical theater soundtracks, due to the nature of having many cast members on one song, as well as an ensemble in some cases.
Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
Various Artists Lyrics
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At the Christmas party hop
Mistletoe hung where you can see
Every couple tries to stop
Rocking around the Christmas tree,
Let the Christmas spirit ring
Later we'll have some pumpkin pie
And we'll do some caroling.
You will get a sentimental
Feeling when you hear
Voices singing let's be jolly,
Deck the halls with boughs of holly
Rocking around the Christmas tree,
Have a happy holiday
Everyone dancing merrily
In the new old-fashioned way.
You will get a sentimental
Feeling when you hear
Voices singing let's be jolly,
Deck the halls with boughs of holly
Rocking around the Christmas tree,
Have a happy holiday
Everyone dancing merrily
In the new old-fashioned way.
The song "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" by Various Artists is a classic Christmas song that has been enjoyed by generations. It talks about Christmas celebrations where people come together and dance around the Christmas tree. The song starts with the line "Rocking around the Christmas tree, at the Christmas party hop". It goes on to describe the various elements of the party like the mistletoe and the pumpkin pie. The song suggests that people should let the Christmas spirit take over and enjoy the festivities.
The chorus talks about the sentimental feeling that one gets during Christmas when people sing and spread joy. The lines "Voices singing let's be jolly, deck the halls with boughs of holly" evoke a sense of cheer among the listeners. The song ends with the same chorus and reminds people to have a happy holiday.
In summary, "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" is a joyous song that celebrates the spirit of Christmas. It talks about people coming together to dance, sing, and enjoy the festive season. The song promotes the idea of spreading joy and having a good time with loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
Rocking around the Christmas tree
Gyrating around the evergreen foliage centerpiece of the holiday season
At the Christmas party hop
Participating in the festivity of the yuletide gala
Mistletoe hung where you can see
The parasitic plant is displayed prominently for all to witness
Every couple tries to stop
Each duo attempts to interrupt their boogying long enough for a smooch beneath the mistletoe
Rocking around the Christmas tree,
Continuing to bust a move around the holly-jolly tree
Let the Christmas spirit ring
Allow the joyous essence of the holiday to resound
Later we'll have some pumpkin pie
After the jubilation, a scrumptious dessert composed of a spiced squash mixture shall be served
And we'll do some caroling.
Additionally, there will be a group singing of traditional Christmas songs in the neighborhood
You will get a sentimental
One will experience a nostalgic and romantic
Feeling when you hear
Sensation upon hearing
Voices singing let's be jolly,
Enthusiastic vocals proclaiming 'let us be merry,'
Deck the halls with boughs of holly
Adorn the doorways with branches of evergreens
Rocking around the Christmas tree,
Once more, boogieing around the festive shrub
Have a happy holiday
Wishing that all have a joyous and festive celebration
Everyone dancing merrily
All individuals swaying joyfully
In the new old-fashioned way.
Employing traditional dancing styles from bygone ages but with a modern twist
Contributed by Evelyn R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.