10 Classic Christmas Songs Written By Jewish Songwriters

Jews may not celebrate Christmas, but they can still get into the spirit.These songwriters practically wrote the soundtrack for the holiday season.

1. "White Christmas" written by Irving Berlin

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Irving Berlin also wrote 'God Bless America' in 1938.

2. "You're A Mean One Mr.Grinch" composed by Albert Hague

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Fun Fact: The lyrics were actually written by Dr.Suess.

3. "Rudolf The Red-Nosed Reindeer" written by Johnny Marks

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The song is based on a short story penned by Mark's brother-in-law who invented our favorite reindeer.

4. "Run Rudolph Run" Written by Johnny Marks

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This tune was made famous by singer Chuck Berry and went on to became one of the most covered songs in music due to the simplicity of the 12-bar blues.

5. "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree" also written by Johnny Marks (He was the man)

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Brenda Lee, who became famous for her country music, recorded this song when she was only 13 years old.

6. "Silver Bells" written by Jay Livingston and Ray Evans

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The song was inspired by the Salvation Army bell ringers around the city.

7. "Let It Snow" written by Jule Styne and Sammy Cahn

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The writers were born Julias Stein and Sammy Cohen. Although this song went to #1 in 1946, the lyrics never actually mention Christmas.

8. "Winter Wonderland" written by Felix Bernard and Richard B.Smith

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One version of the song features the original lyrics, " pretend that he is Parson Brown," while later versions went with, " pretend that he's a circus clown." Today many recorded versions actually include both lines.

9. "The Christmas Song" composed by Mel Torme

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Often called ' the velvet fog' mel croons out the line, " chestnuts roasting on an open fire." He composed the music and co-wrote the lyrics with Bob Wells.

10. "I'll be Home For Christmas" Composed by Walter Kent

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Buck Ram previously wrote a poem and song with the same title, and following a lawsuit he was credited as a co-writer of the song.

Warm Happy Fuzzy Feelings For Everyone

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