“If Every Day Was Like Christmas” by Elvis Presley
“If Every Day Was Like Christmas” is a Christmas song recorded by Elvis Presley in 1966. The song was written by Red West, a friend and frequent collaborator of Elvis, and produced by Felton Jarvis.
The song has a classic holiday sound, with a mix of rock, gospel, and country elements. It features Elvis’s signature voice backed by a choir and a brass section, creating a festive and uplifting atmosphere.
The lyrics of the song convey a message of love, kindness, and unity, with lines like “Why can’t every day be a holiday, and peace reign on earth? If every day could be just like Christmas, what a wonderful world it would be”.
The song has become a holiday classic, and is played on radio stations and in stores around the world during the Christmas season. Elvis’s version of “If Every Day Was Like Christmas” is a beloved part of his Christmas music catalogue, and continues to bring joy and cheer to listeners of all ages.