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"Last Christmas" celebrates 40 years, interesting facts from the famous holiday hit
2024-12-07 13:10:53 / JETË
The iconic song "Last Christmas" by the British band Wham! turns 40 in 2024, being one of the most beloved and popular songs of the festive period. Launched on December 3, 1984, it became an instant classic and continues to be a symbol of Christmas for millions of people around the world.
Interesting facts about the song:
1. The song was written by George Michael and recorded during the summer of 1984. It is a perfect combination of a sweet melody with the melancholy lyrics of a broken heart.
2. According to George Michael's associate Andrew Ridgeley, the idea for the song was born in the summer of 1984 at George Michael's parents' house. George suddenly began improvising the melody and lyrics on a small keyboard.
3. The song was recorded in August 1984, in a London studio. George Michael handled every detail of the production, including the drum programming and the iconic keyboard line that makes the song recognizable.
4. Although it did not reach number one in the UK charts due to competition from the song "Do They Know It's Christmas?" of Band Aid, "Last Christmas" became one of the best-selling songs in music history without reaching the top of the charts.
5. The song has sold over 10 million copies globally.
6. The music video was filmed in a winter resort in Switzerland and tells a love story against the background of a festive gathering among friends.
7. In 2021, "Last Christmas" reached number one in the British charts for the first time, a full 37 years after its release.
8. The song has inspired movies, numerous cover versions by various artists and has been used in commercials and TV shows.
9. The nostalgic melody and soulful lyrics create an emotional connection with listeners. Despite the theme of a broken heart, it also conveys a sense of hope and warmth that fits the spirit of Christmas.
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