Mariah Carey and Brenda Lee, two iconic voices in the world of music, recently made headlines after a heartwarming exchange on Instagram. Mariah, known for her hit "All I Want for Christmas Is You," sent a bouquet of flowers and a heartfelt message to Brenda, who made history with her 1958 hit "Rockin' around the Christmas Tree."
The holiday single, originally released 65 years ago, soared to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 charts, a testament to its timeless appeal. Brenda shared a post on her Instagram, thanking Mariah for her thoughtful gift and message. The post included a photo of the flowers, a card bearing the message: "Congratulations, dear Brenda, on your historic first place! Wishing you a joyous first Christmas at the top!" The post also featured a clip of Mariah's hit song, "All I Want for Christmas Is You."
The song has been a staple in Mariah's repertoire for the past four years, consistently ranking high on the Christmas charts. However, it was Brenda's hit that managed to reclaim the top spot. Despite Mariah's impressive run, "Rockin' around the Christmas Tree" proved to be an unstoppable force.
Brenda, who was just 13 when she recorded the song, couldn't hide her joy. She shared her feelings, expressing gratitude for all the hard work that had led to this achievement, acknowledging the fast-paced changes in the music industry. "Despite all the changes, my brand has worked," she said, as the song reached the top spot.
Meanwhile, Mariah's song secured the second spot on the charts. Other classic Christmas tunes also made their appearance in the Top 10, including "Jingle Bell Rock" by Bobby Helms, "Last Christmas" by Wham!, "A Holly Jolly Christmas" by Burl Ives, and "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" by Andy Williams.
Both "All I Want for Christmas Is You" and "Rockin' around the Christmas Tree" continue to captivate audiences, thanks to their infectious melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and resonance with the festive spirit.
Fun Fact
Mariah's hit has been a moneymaker, earning her $2 million in royalties every year since its release, making it the most successful Christmas song of all time.
