Here’s part 2 of my little mini-series – a cover for each day until Christmas. To see part 1, check the link after the videos. Enjoy
For this holiday entry we have Cee Lo Green and Christina Aguilera definitely amp up the sexy playfulness of this classic. I knew Cee Lo has great musicianship but this was unexpected. Christina has such a … booming over the top style of singing that she could easily overpower a lesser partner, but Cee Lo matches her very very well.
For the Lady Gaga – Joseph Gordon-Levitt version they do a nice role reversal. Usually it’s the male singer imploring his female partner to stay, but this time it’s Gaga trying to entice Joseph. This number is from Gaga’s recent holiday special with The Muppets. (Kermit has a nice little bit with JGL before the song).
Here’s a nice older duet version featuring the legendary Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Jordan. It’s not overly produced and the record sounds a bit tinny, in accordance with the production tools available at the time (1949) but it’s enjoyable, comforting and the harmonies are nice.
Please Come Home For Christmas (Pt 1)
... but I digress 